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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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