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A technique used to draw fabric together, creating fullness in the garment.

A piece of fabric used between layers to provide shape and support to neckline, collar, waistband, cuff and other areas.

The finished edge of a piece of fabric that is folded under and sewn to prevent fraying.

The process of adding a layer of fabric to the inside of a garment to provide a clean finish, hide construction details, and sometimes add warmth.

The difference between the body measurement and the garment measurement, which allows for movement and comfort within the garment.

A fold in the fabric that is either pressed, ironed, or sewn into place.

The direction on a piece of woven fabric at 45 degrees to the warp and weft where the fabric is most stretchy.

The opening in the garment to which the sleeve is attached.

A layer of fiber on the surface of fabric, such as velvet or corduroy, that has a direction which must be considered when laying out pattern pieces.

Temporary long stitches used to hold fabric in place before final sewing, which are removed after the seam is sewn.

A line where two pieces of fabric are sewn together in a garment.

A folded and sewn wedge of fabric that helps to shape a garment to the body.

A type of sewing machine that overlocks the edge of fabric to prevent fraying and gives a finished look.

A row of stitching used to keep the facing or lining from rolling to the outside of the garment.

A template from which the parts of a garment are traced onto fabric before cutting and assembling.

The tightly woven edge of a fabric that runs parallel to the warp, preventing the fabric from unraveling.

A small opening in the fabric that is bound with small stitches to prevent fraying and allows a button to pass through.

An arrow on a pattern piece that indicates the direction the pattern should be placed on the fabric, relative to the weave.

A mark made on the fabric to help align pieces to be sewn together, ensuring proper construction.