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b Sewing Jargon

Sewing terms explained clearly with photos.

Backstitch (pdf)Download
Bagged Lining (pdf)Download
Baize (pdf)Download
Balance Points (pdf)Download
Ballpoint needle (pdf)Download
Basting (pdf)Download
Beadwork (pdf)Download
Bargello (pdf)Download
Basket weave (pdf)Download
Basic Sewing Kit (pdf)Download
Batting-Wadding (1) (pdf)Download
Beads (1) (pdf)Download
Bag Charm (1) (pdf)Download
Bag handles (1) (pdf)Download
Bag buckle (1) (pdf)Download

Sewing jargon b CONT

Sewing terms explained clearly with photos.

Bearding (pdf)Download
Blind hem stitch (pdf)Download
Block (pdf)Download
Bobbin caseswinders (pdf)Download
Bodice (pdf)Download
Bonding Webbing (pdf)Download
Border print (pdf)Download
Bound buttonhole (pdf)Download
Box Pleats (pdf)Download
Breaks (pdf)Download
Broderie Anglais (pdf)Download
Buckram (pdf)Download
Bust adjustment (pdf)Download
Buttonhole stitch (pdf)Download
Buttons (2) (pdf)Download

b - CONTINUED

Brushes (pdf)Download

C SEWING JARGON

Sewing terms explained clearly with photos.

Calyx Needle (pdf)Download
Canvas (1) (pdf)Download
Cap Sleeve (pdf)Download
Carabiner-slip-D-ring (1) (pdf)Download
Casing (pdf)Download
Chain Off (Overlocker) (pdf)Download
Chain Stitch (overlocker) (pdf)Download
Chalk Marker (1) (pdf)Download
Chambray (pdf)Download
Checked woven fabric (1) (pdf)Download
Chenille Needle (pdf)Download
Chiffon (pdf)Download
Chinese Frog Closures (1) (pdf)Download
Chino (pdf)Download
Circle rulers (1) (pdf)Download

c continued

Sewing terms explained clearly with photos.

Clapper (pdf)Download
Clipping Curves (pdf)Download
Clips (1) (pdf)Download
Closures (pdf)Download
Collar points & stands (pdf)Download
Collar Styles (pdf)Download
Collar (pdf)Download
Collars (pdf)Download
Colourfastness (pdf)Download
Compasses (1) (pdf)Download
Cone Thread (1) (pdf)Download
Construction (pdf)Download
Converted (Overlocker) (pdf)Download
CordingCouching (1) (pdf)Download
Corduroy (pdf)Download

C CONTINUED

Sewing terms explained clearly with photos.

Cotton (1) (pdf)Download
Cotton canvas (1) (pdf)Download
Couture (pdf)Download
Cover stitch (pdf)Download
Cowl Neckline (pdf)Download
Crewel Work (pdf)Download
Crochet Hook (1) (pdf)Download
Cross grain (pdf)Download
Cross-stitch sampler (1) (pdf)Download
Cuff (pdf)Download
Curtain Corner Sampler (1) (pdf)Download
Curtain Fabric - canvas (1) (pdf)Download
Curtain Header Tape (1) (pdf)Download
Curtain Pleating Hook (1) (pdf)Download
Curtain Sampler (1) (pdf)Download

C CONTINUED

Curtain Tie-back (1) (pdf)Download
Curved needle (1) (pdf)Download
Curved Quilting Ruler (1) (pdf)Download
Cushion Cover Sampler (1) (pdf)Download
Cut-Away Stabliser (pdf)Download
Cutting Line (pdf)Download
Cutting Mat (1) (pdf)Download
Cutting Out (pdf)Download
Cutwork (pdf)Download
Cleaning brushes (1) (pdf)Download

D sewing jargon

Sewing terms explained clearly with photos.

Darning Foot (pdf)Download
Dart (pdf)Download
Dear Jane tools (pdf)Download
Decorative Stitching (pdf)Download
Devore Fabric (pdf)Download
Differential Feed (Overlocker) (pdf)Download
Directional Prints (pdf)Download
Display (pdf)Download
Doll needle (pdf)Download
Dolman sleeve (pdf)Download
Dot marks (pdf)Download
Double Gauze (pdf)Download
Double-sided seam tape (pdf)Download
Drafting (pdf)Download
Drape (pdf)Download

D CONTINUED

Sewing terms explained clearly with photos.

Draw string bag (pdf)Download
Dress form (pdf)Download
Dressmaking Shears (pdf)Download
Dressmaking techniques (pdf)Download
Dressmaking Tools (pdf)Download
Drill (pdf)Download
D-rings (pdf)Download
Drop-in bobbin (pdf)Download

E SEWING JARGON

Sewing terms explained clearly with photos.

Ease Stitch (pdf)Download
Ease (pdf)Download
Edge of Fabric (pdf)Download
Edge Stitch Foot (pdf)Download
Elastic shirring (pdf)Download
Elastic Thread (pdf)Download
Elastic (pdf)Download
Embellishment Listing (pdf)Download
Embellishment (pdf)Download
Embroidery Hoops (pdf)Download
Embroidery scissors (pdf)Download
Embroidery Tools (pdf)Download
Embroidery Types (pdf)Download
Embroidery (pdf)Download
Empire waistline (pdf)Download

E continued

Sewing terms explained clearly with photos.

English Paper Piecing (EPP) (pdf)Download

f sewing jargon

Sewing terms explained clearly with photos.

Fabric - 1950s Arthouse cotton canvas (pdf)Download
Fabric - 1950s handkerchiefs (pdf)Download
Fabric - African Artists stamp (pdf)Download
Fabric - African print panel (pdf)Download
Fabric - African style print (pdf)Download
Fabric - Camo cotton canvas (pdf)Download
Fabric - Checked woven (pdf)Download
Fabric - Cotton (pdf)Download
Fabric - Cute Cat Print (pdf)Download
Fabric - Designer pre-cuts (pdf)Download
Fabric - Fat Eighth (pdf)Download
Fabric - Fat Quarter (pdf)Download
Fabric - Gingham (pdf)Download
Fabric - half metre (pdf)Download
Fabric - Japanese embossed (pdf)Download

f continued

Sewing terms explained clearly with photos.

Fabrics (pdf)Download
Facing (pdf)Download
Fagotting (pdf)Download
Fasturn (pdf)Download
Feed Dog Teeth (Overlocker) (pdf)Download
Feed dogs (pdf)Download
Feeddogs (pdf)Download
Fell seams (pdf)Download
Felt (pdf)Download
Fibres (pdf)Download
Finger pressing (pdf)Download
Five-inch Square (pdf)Download

F CONTINUED

Sewing terms explained clearly with photos.

Fabric - Net (pdf)Download
Fabric - plaid (pdf)Download
Fabric - Sari (pdf)Download
Fabric - Tapestry (pdf)Download
Fabric - Tweed (pdf)Download
Fabric - upholstery hessian (pdf)Download
Fabric - Upholstery Jacquard (pdf)Download
Fabric - velvet (pdf)Download
Fabric Care (pdf)Download
Fabric from the bolt (pdf)Download
Fabric Glue (pdf)Download
Fabric markings (pdf)Download
Fabric Selvedge (pdf)Download
Fabric Support (pdf)Download
Fabric (pdf)Download

F CONTINUED

Sewing terms explained clearly with photos.

Fabrics (pdf)Download
Facing - Copy (pdf)Download
Facing (pdf)Download
Fagotting (pdf)Download
Fastube Foot (pdf)Download
Fasturn (pdf)Download
Feed Dog Teeth (Overlocker) (pdf)Download
Feed dogs (pdf)Download
Feeddogs (pdf)Download
Fell seams (pdf)Download
Felt (pdf)Download
Fibre content (pdf)Download
Fibres (pdf)Download
Finger pressing (pdf)Download
Five-inch Square (pdf)Download

F CONTINUED

Sewing terms explained clearly with photos.

Flannel (pdf)Download
Flap (pdf)Download
Flare (pdf)Download
Flat button (1) (pdf)Download
Flat button (pdf)Download
Flat felled seams (pdf)Download
Flatlocking (Overlocking) (pdf)Download
Fleece (pdf)Download
Flexible ruler (pdf)Download
Flounce (pdf)Download
Flowerhead Presser Foot (pdf)Download
Fly front zipper (pdf)Download

f continued

Sewing terms explained clearly with photos.

Foundation Paper Piecing (pdf)Download
French Darts (pdf)Download
French seam (pdf)Download
Fullness (pdf)Download
Fusible Thread (pdf)Download

f continued

Sewing terms explained clearly with photos.

Fusible Webbing tape (pdf)Download
Fusible (pdf)Download

G SEWING JARGON

Sewing terms explained clearly with photos.

Garment Measurements (pdf)Download
Gathering (pdf)Download
Gauges (pdf)Download
Glass head pins (pdf)Download
Glue Tape (pdf)Download
Glue (pdf)Download
Godets (pdf)Download
Goldwork (pdf)Download
Grading (pdf)Download
Grain of fabric (pdf)Download
Grid Lines (pdf)Download
Grommet (pdf)Download
Groove of needle (pdf)Download
Grosgrain ribbon (pdf)Download
Gusssets (pdf)Download
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