sewing
Joining fabric pieces
Sewing is the craft of joining fabric or other materials using needle and thread.
It encompasses everything from mending a torn seam to constructing garments from scratch.
A sewing machine automates the stitching process.
A sewing kit contains needles, thread, and basic supplies.
She took up sewing during the pandemic.
Pointed implement for sewing
- threadFiber for stitching
- thimblePitted cap for stitching
- scissorsPivoted twin-blade cutter
- pinPointed metal fastener
pincushion · fabric · pattern · seam · hem · baste · stitch · bobbin
Small cylindrical thread holder
- tensionStretched or strained state
- sergerEdge-finishing sewing machine
- overlockEdge-binding stitch
- treadleFoot-operated lever
pedal · Bernina · zigzag · straight stitch · buttonhole · threading · spool · mechanical
Restoring damaged items
- patchMaterial covering damage
- darningRepairing fabric by weaving
- hemmingSewing a fabric edge
- alterationsChanges made to something
tear · rip · hole · reweaving · reinforce · fixing · button replacement · elbow patch
Woven or knit material
- cottonPlant fiber for textiles
- silkFine woven insect fiber
- woolSheared animal fiber
- linenFlax-derived textile
denim · velvet · satin · chiffon · jersey · twill · organza · muslin
Fabric scraps sewn together
- battingSwinging at pitches
- piecingJoining separate parts
- blocksObstructs or sections
- bindingLegally or morally required
backing · basting · template · rotary cutter · jelly roll · layering · quilted · log cabin
Custom high-fashion design
- bespokeMade to individual specifications
- designerOne who plans appearances
- tailoringCustom clothing adjustment
- atelierCreative professional's workspace
fitting · collection · runway · ready-to-wear · silhouette · draping · haute couture · custom
needle
Pointed implement for sewing
pin · pincushion · fabric · pattern · seam · hem · baste · stitch · bobbin · seamstress
bobbin
Small cylindrical thread holder
treadle · pedal · Bernina · zigzag · straight stitch · buttonhole · threading · spool · mechanical · computerized
mending
Restoring damaged items
alterations · tear · rip · hole · reweaving · reinforce · fixing · button replacement · elbow patch · worn
fabric
Woven or knit material
linen · denim · velvet · satin · chiffon · jersey · twill · organza · muslin · gauze
patchwork
Fabric scraps sewn together
binding · backing · basting · template · rotary cutter · jelly roll · layering · quilted · log cabin
couture
Custom high-fashion design
- bespokeMade to individual specifications
- designerOne who plans appearances
- tailoringCustom clothing adjustment
atelier · fitting · collection · runway · ready-to-wear · silhouette · draping · haute couture · custom · made-to-measure
fitting
Suitable or proper
collar · cuff · waistband · placket · dart · pleat · gather · ease · muslin · toile
embroidery
Decorative stitching on fabric
- appliqueCutout sewn onto fabric
- beadingOrnamental small-sphere work
- smockingGathered fabric with ornamental stitches
ruching · piping · trim · ribbon · lace · rickrack · sequins · monogramming · topstitch · fringe
- gerundswalking, running, talking, eating, sleeping
- hobbiesknitting circles, skateboarding, model trains, write, writing
- pastimeshobbies, amusement, puzzles, cards, crafting
- textilescotton, wool, silk, fabric, thread
- Indoor pastimesboard games, card games, puzzles, video games, reading
- craftsknitting, painting, glue, scissors, paper
sewingunraveling
Process of coming undone
fraying · destroying · deconstruction · disassembly · destruction
- sewing machineDevice for joining fabric
- sewing needlePointed tool for stitching
- sewing kitStitching supplies container
- sewing upClosing with thread
- hand sewingJoining fabric manually
- sewing patternsPrinted garment-making guides