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A temporary stitching used to hold pieces of fabric together before the final stitching.

A strong hand stitching technique used to create a firm seam that can withstand stress.

A folded and sewn wedge of fabric that gives shape to a garment to fit body curves.

A fabric manipulation technique that creates fullness by drawing fabric together along a thread.

A fabric layer applied to the facing or wrong side to provide structure and support.

A material used to cover the inside of a garment to provide a clean and finished look.

A small cut in the edge of fabric pieces that serve as a guide for matching seams together.

A type of fold formed by doubling fabric back upon itself and securing it in place.

A long rounded seam sewn into women's blouses or dresses to add body contouring and shape.

To finish the edge of fabric with an overlocking stitch to prevent fraying.

A row of stitching just inside the seam line that stabilizes fabric to prevent stretching.

A row of stitching on the outside of a garment close to a seam or an edge, often decorative.

Stitching that secures the facing to seam allowances to keep facings from rolling out.

A small cut in the material with stitched edges where a button will pass through.

A series of looped stitches that form a chain-like pattern, commonly used for embroidery.

The edge of the fabric that is turned under and sewn, usually at the bottom of a garment, to create a finished edge.

The direction of the fabric that runs parallel to the selvage; important in pattern layout for proper fit and drape.

The tightly woven factory edge of the fabric that runs along each side, used as a guide for grainline.

The slit and finishing on the lower edge of a sleeve that allows a hand to pass through and accommodates a cuff closing method.