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Alter Apparel Applique To change or revise a pattern or garment to suit individual sizing or desires. This could be making an item larger or smaller, adding darts, lengthening a bodice, etc. General term used to describe garments made by a person who sews. Sewing a piece of fabric atop another after folding under a small bit of the fabric to create a clean edge. When done by machine, many use a satin stitch (tight zig zag). By hand, blind stitching is often used. Applique can be done with or without a fusible or stabilizer. Armhole. The story has it that the word is derived from the term "arm's eye", as in the eye of a needle. In this case, though, the arm goes through, not the thread. Tool with pointed tip used to push out corners when fabric is turned (for example, when making a collar).

Armscye Awl

Backing Backstitch Ballpoint needle Bar tack

Generally a quilting term that defines the fabric used as the back layer of the quilt. Can also be used to describe the layer of fabric used inside a wearable art vest, ets. Used at the beginning and end of a machine sewn seam to anchor the seam in place; it involves a couple of extra stitches back and forth. Ballpoint needles are designed to penetrate knit fabrics without nicking or damaging the fabric. A group of closely sewn stitchs (back and forth from side to side a la zig zag) that is used to tack a belt loop or similar item in place, and is often used in buttonhole making. This is not a basting stitch and should be repeated several times on the machine to make a very short run of satin stitching. Temporary stitching used to hold a sewing project in place and is removed when the permanent sewing is done (usually long or large stitches). Fiberfill, cotton, wool, or other material that is flattened and usually on a roll and purchased in precut lengths or by the yard. Uses of batting range from filling for placemats or vests to quilts. Simply, batting is the "fluff" inside the quilt or garment. Runs diagonally to the straight grain of the fabric. This is the stretchiest part on the fabric. Strips of fabric cut on the bias, often turned under and pressed, and used for bindings, facings, or other application where there is a need for stretch or accomodation to curves. .

Baste/basting Batting

Bias Bias tape Binding (seam)

Binding (blanket, Encasing the raw edges of a blanket or quilt with another piece of fabric. Binding also refers to quilt, etc.) the fabric that is folded and used for the encasing of the raw edges. Blanket stitch Blind hem stitch Used to neaten the edge of a buttonhole, blanket, vest edge, or other seamline. A blanket stitch can be done by hand or machine. Sewing stitch that is not meant to be seen on the right side of the fabric, usually accomplished by picking up one thread of the fabric at a time rather than going through the full fabric or several threads before completing a hand stitch or machine stitch. Many sewing machines come with a blind hem attachment and the manual is the best guide for how to use it and produce virtually invisible hems. A block is the individual unit used in a quilt top. Blocks can also be made to create pillows or a length of fabric from which a garment is cut. Blocks make interesting pockets and embellishment on an otherwise less-than-exciting garment. The piece of your sewing machine that holds the bottom thread (the bobbin thread) and is placed in the bobbin case. It generally is under the area the needle penetrates and it loops with the needle thread to form a locked stitch. The part of a pattern or garment which runs from shoulder to waist. A large roll of fabric which can be on a tubular roll or a rectangular form. Fabric is usually folded right sides together lengthwise on a bolt. Strong, heavy woven fabric used for stiffening baseball cap brims and some drapery applications. Bringing two edges together so they touch but do not overlap. A bound slit in the fabric to allow the passage of a button for closure. Buttonholes are mostly made by machine these days, but many people do still prefer to make them by hand, using a special buttonhole stitch.

Block

Bobbin

Bodice Bolt Buckram Butting Buttonhole

Casing

Fabric envelope of sorts for encasing elastic, a drawstring, or similar material, usually along a waistline, cuff, hem. Elastic waist slacks have a casing into which the elastic is woven. Sweat pants have a turned up casing into through which elastic is encased (if there are not ribbed cuffs).

Clothes and Accessories

Clothes clothes, garments, wear, dress, outfit; ladies' wear, men's wear, children's wear, baby clothes; footwear, headgear, underwear, beachwear, sportswear, sleepwear; winter clothes, summer clothes; casual clothes, formal clothes; expensive clothes, cheap clothes; nice clothes, shabby clothes; designer clothes, hand-made clothes, ready-made clothes; fashion, vogue, haute couture; Outer garments winter coat, warm coat, fur coat, sheepskin coat, storm coat, parka, snowsuit; coat, topcoat, overcoat, trench coat; raincoat, waterproof (coat), slicker; leather jacket, bomber jacket, car coat, windbreaker, windcheater, sports jacket; Ladies' clothes casual dress, formal dress; summer dress, woolen dress; cocktail dress, low-cut dress, evening dress, evening gown; business suit, pants suit; button-through dress, pinafore dress, house dress; maternity wear, maternity dress; sweater, jersey, cardigan; jacket, vest;

blouse, shirt, tunic, T-shirt, tank top, halter top; skirt, miniskirt, long skirt, pleated skirt, black skirt, culotte; pants, slacks, trousers, jeans, denims, shorts; bathing suit, swimsuit, bikini; jumpsuit, warm-up suit; Men's clothes business suit, three-piece suit; tuxedo, tail coat, tails; black tie, white tie; trousers, slacks, jeans, denims, shorts; jacket, blazer, vest; sweater, turtleneck sweater, pullover, jumper, sweatshirt; shirt, polo shirt, T-shirt, tank top; warm-up suit, training suit, trunks, bathing trunks, swimtrunks; overalls, work clothes, uniform; Underwear, hosiery, sleepwear, robes panties, bra, slip, half slip; briefs, underpants, T-shirt, undershirt; pantyhose, tights, leggings, stockings, socks, slouch socks, knee-high socks; pajamas, sleepshirt, nightgown; housecoat, robe, bathrobe, terry-cloth robe; Parts of clothes and their types collar, turtleneck collar, shawl collar, stand-up collar, V-neck, crew neck, collarless;

sleeve, long sleeve, short sleeve, sleeveless; padded shoulders, cuffs; pocket, front pocket, back pocket, side pocket, patch pocket; slash pocket, inside pocket; Fabric and material cotton, linen, silk, wool, mohair; velvet, corduroy, denim, suede, leather; synthetics, nylon, polyester, Lycra, spandex; artificial fur, natural fur, mink, fox, sable, chinchilla, beaver, rabbit, astrakhan, sheepskin; knitted, knitted cap (socks, sweater, etc.); embroidery, embroidered dress (blouse, shirt, etc.) Patterns and colors floral pattern, floral print, animal print, paisley print, bright print, allover print; print skirt, print shirt, printed top, printed sleeves; striped, checked, checkered, plaid, polka dot, paisley; bright colors, colorful, pastel colors, soft colors; light-blue, dark-green, bright-red, black-and-white; black, blue, brown, gray, green, navy, pink, orange, red, yellow, white; Accessories bag, handbag, purse, clutch, briefcase, attache case; wallet, pocketbook, billfold, purse; make-up kit, cosmetic case, shaving kit, travel kit; travel bag, carry-on bag, flight bag, duffel bag, sport bag, backpack, rucksack, tote bag;

suitcase, garment bag, Pullman bag, trunk; belt, suspenders, straps, umbrella; zipper, buckle, clasp, Velcro, button; hat, fur hat, beret, cap, baseball cap, hood, headband, helmet; scarf, kerchief, silk scarf, woolen scarf, knitted scarf, muffler, shawl; gloves, mittens, earmuffs; handkerchief, sunglasses, glasses, contact lenses; necktie, tie, silk tie, bow tie; Shoes winter boots, ladies' boots, hiking boots, rubber boots; walking shoes, Oxfords, loafers, moccasins; pumps, evening shoes, patent leather shoes; high-heel shoes, low-heel shoes, flat-heel shoes; sandals, open-toe shoes, slippers, mules, rubber thongs; tennis shoes, running shoes, sneakers, training shoes, trainers, athletic shoes; sole, insole, lining, cushioning, heel, tongue, buckle, shoe laces; Jewelry gold ring, diamond ring, engagement ring, wedding ring; necklace, bracelet, brooch, earrings; chain, pendant, charms; cuff links, tie tack, tie pin; precious stone, semiprecious stone, jewel, gem, gemstone; diamond, ruby, sapphire, emerald, alexandrite, opal, topaz, pearls; watch, wristwatch.

Related phrases Maria is wearing a red dress and a black suede jacket today. Natasha is wearing a dark gray suit and a white blouse today. Anna is wearing a black skirt, a light-blue blouse, and high-heeled black shoes. There is a colorful scarf around her neck. Ella is wearing a skirt and a sweater. Tanya is dressed in a pant suit. Tom is wearing a dark-gray business suit, a white shirt and a gray silk tie. Anton prefers casual clothes. He usually wears blue jeans and a sweater to class. What are you wearing today? What do you usually wear to work? (Phrases for situations in a department store are listed in Shopping in the section Phrases.) ( Shopping Phrases.)

Types of Clothing
1 long-sleeved shirt 2 short-sleeved shirt 3 sleeveless shirt 4 turtleneck (shirt) 5 V-neck sweater 6 cardigan sweater 7 crewneck sweater 8 turtleneck sweater 9 knee-high socks 10 ankle socks 11 crew socks 12 pierced earrings 13 clip-on earrings

Types of Material
14 corduroy pants 15 leather boots 16 nylon stockings 17 cotton T-shirt 18 denim jacket 19 flannel shirt 20 polyester blouse 21 linen dress

22 silk scarf 23 wool sweater 24 straw hat

Patterns
25 striped 26 checked 27 plaid 28 polka-dotted 29 patterned/ print 30 flowered/ floral 31 paisley 32 solid blue

Sizes
33 extra-small 34 small 35 medium 36 large 37 extra-large

Describing clothes - Clothes, Fashion Picture Dictionary

Parts of clothes and shoes

1 collar 2 lapel

3 sleeve 4 buckle 5 shoelace 6 heel 7. buttonhole 8. button 9. hood 10. sole

11. hemline 12. pocket 13. seam 14. zipper 15. cuff 16. waistband ADJECTIVES

17. short-sleeved 18. long-sleeved

19. wide 20. narrow 21. baggy 22. loose 23. tight

CLOTHING PROBLEMS AND ALTERATIONS

1-2 long-short 3-4 tight loose/baggy 5-6 large/big small 7-8 high low 9-10 fancy-plain 11-12 heavy-light 13-14 dark-light 15-16 wide narrow 17 stained collar 18 ripped/torn pocket 19 broken zipper 20 missing button 21 shorten the skirt 22 lengthen the sleeves 23 take in the jacket

24 let out the pants 25 fix/repair the seam

Getting dressed
Tom puts on some underwear, a T-shirt, some socks, some pants, and a shirt.

Putting on a Pair of Pants

Tom steps into his pants then he pulls them up. He fastens the waistband and zips up the fly. He slips a belt through the belt loops and buckles it.

Putting on a Shirt
Tom slips an arm into each sleeve. He buttons the shirt and the cuffs. He straightens his collar. He tucks his shirt into his pants.

A? Some? A pair of?

some pants/a pair of pants , some socks/ a pair of socks some shorts/ a pair of shorts, some underwear/ some underpants/ a pair of underpants. a T-shirt/ some shoes, a pair of shoes a jacket, some pajamas/ a pair of pajamas a shirt, some glasses/ a pair of glasses

You snap things together. You zip something up. You button something. You lace something up and then you tie the laces. You clasp things together / You fasten something. You buckle something.