1. Basic Sewing Techniques
FID 1

2. Understanding Fabric

3. Fabric Basics
True bias- fabric grain that runs at a 45 degree angle, allows the greatest amount of stretch in a woven fabric
Selvage- side edges of a woven fabric, very strong and will not ravel, used in the fabric making process

4. Fabric Basics Lengthwise grain- runs parallel with selvage
Widthwise/crosswise grain- runs perpendicular to selvage
Off grain- the lengthwise and widthwise yarns of the fabric are not at 90 degrees, low quality
*Sketch in notes

5. Sewing Techniques

6. Seam and Seam Allowance
Seam - joining of pieces of fabric together with stitching
Seam allowance- width between the fabric edge and the seam line
*Both are extremely important in the overall look and fit of a garment

7. Stitching
Backstitching- sewing backwards and forwards in the same place to secure stitching
Staystitching- a line of regular machine stitching on a single thickness to stabilize curves and prevent stretching
Directional stitching- stitching with the grain to preserve the position of the grain

8. Stitching and Finishing
Basting- temporarily joining layers of fabric together
Gathering- tiny, soft folds of fabric formed when a larger piece of fabric is sewn to a small piece of fabric, use a basting stitch and then pull threads to create folds
Seam finishes- treatment of a seams edges to prevent raveling and to make the seam stronger and longer wearing

9. Seam Treatments
Trimming- evenly cutting away part of the seam allowance
Grading- Trimming each seam allowance to a different width

10. Seam Treatments
Clipping- making straight cuts into a seam allowance so that curved seams will lie flat
Notching- clipping v-shaped sections from the seam allowance on seams that curve outwardly

11. Notions
Notions- items other than fabric that become part of a garment

12. Review
Look over your parts sewing machine parts notes and these notes from today.
Quiz coming up tomorrow!