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A stitch sewn in reverse to anchor stitches at the beginning and end of a seam.

Temporary long stitches used to hold fabric in place before final sewing.

The 45-degree angle across the weave of the fabric, which has more stretch than the straight grain.

A small spool that holds the lower thread in a sewing machine.

A fold sewn into fabric to give shape to a garment, typically at the bust, waist, or hip.

A piece of fabric used to finish raw edges of a garment, typically around the neck, armhole or front opening.

A technique to draw fabric together by pulling on threads to create fullness.

The direction of the weave of a fabric (either parallel or perpendicular to the selvage).

The finished edge of a piece of fabric, typically folded under and stitched down.

A piece of fabric sewn between the lining and the outer fabric to provide shape and support.

A mark made on fabric to indicate a point of alignment for construction.

A fold in the fabric, often pressed, that can add fullness or style to a garment.

The unfinished, cut edge of the fabric that can fray, often finished with seams or hems.

A gathered section of fabric used for decoration or to provide a better fit.

The area between the fabric edge and the seam line where the garment pieces are sewn together.

The factory-finished, tightly woven edges of fabric that run parallel to the warp.

A type of stitch that encloses the seam allowance on the edge of fabric to prevent fraying.

Sewing along the seam line through all layers of fabric to create a nearly invisible stitch.

A row of stitching visible on the right side of the garment, often used as a decorative detail.