Logo
Pattern

Discover published sets by community

Explore tens of thousands of sets crafted by our community.

Sewing Techniques for Costuming

25

Flashcards

0/25

Still learning
StarStarStarStar

Blind Hem

StarStarStarStar

A hemming technique that makes the stitching almost invisible on the right side of the fabric.

StarStarStarStar

Stay Stitching

StarStarStarStar

A line of stitching just within the seam allowance to stabilize fabric.

StarStarStarStar

Dart Manipulation

StarStarStarStar

A tailoring technique to shape fabric to fit body contours.

StarStarStarStar

Bias Binding

StarStarStarStar

A strip of fabric cut on the bias used to enclose the raw edge of fabric.

StarStarStarStar

Pleating

StarStarStarStar

A technique used to fold fabric back on itself, creating a pleat.

StarStarStarStar

French Seam

StarStarStarStar

A seam finishing technique where the raw edges are enclosed.

StarStarStarStar

Piping

StarStarStarStar

A fabric tube inserted into seams or edges for decorative purposes or to define a structure.

StarStarStarStar

Backstitch

StarStarStarStar

A strong hand stitching technique that creates a firm seam.

StarStarStarStar

Flat Felled Seam

StarStarStarStar

A very durable seam made by sewing fabric edges flat against the garment.

StarStarStarStar

Topstitch

StarStarStarStar

A row of stitching visible from the outside of the garment, often for decorative purposes.

StarStarStarStar

Understitching

StarStarStarStar

A technique used to keep the facing or lining from rolling out to the front.

StarStarStarStar

Ruching

StarStarStarStar

A decorative technique to gather fabric in a repeat pattern.

StarStarStarStar

Pad Stitching

StarStarStarStar

Hand-stitching layers of fabric together, mainly in tailoring for shaping lapels and collars.

StarStarStarStar

Rolled Hem

StarStarStarStar

A very narrow hemming technique, often used on lightweight or sheer fabrics.

StarStarStarStar

Slip Stitch

StarStarStarStar

A hand sewing stitch used to join two pieces of fabric so the stitch is barely visible.

StarStarStarStar

Gathering

StarStarStarStar

A technique used to create fullness in a garment by shortening the length of a strip of fabric.

StarStarStarStar

Couching

StarStarStarStar

An embroidery technique where a heavier thread or cord is laid on fabric and sewn in place.

StarStarStarStar

Basting Stitch

StarStarStarStar

A temporary stitch used to hold fabric in place before final sewing.

StarStarStarStar

Shirring

StarStarStarStar

Multiple rows of gathering that create a stretchable texture.

StarStarStarStar

Smocking

StarStarStarStar

A form of embroidery that gathers fabric so it can stretch.

StarStarStarStar

Zigzag Stitch

StarStarStarStar

A machine stitch that goes back and forth to create 'Z' shapes, often used for stretch fabrics or finishing raw edges.

StarStarStarStar

Buttonhole Stitch

StarStarStarStar

A hand or machine stitch technique for creating a reinforced hole for a button.

StarStarStarStar

Overlocking

StarStarStarStar

A method of finishing raw edges to prevent fraying, using a serger.

StarStarStarStar

Applique

StarStarStarStar

A technique where decorative pieces of fabric are sewn onto a larger base fabric.

StarStarStarStar

Twin Needle Stitching

StarStarStarStar

Using two needles on a sewing machine to create parallel rows of stitching.

Know
0
Still learning
Click to flip
Know
0
Logo

© Hypatia.Tech. 2024 All rights reserved.