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Quiz about A Stitch in Time Saves Nineor Ten Questions

A Stitch in Time Saves Nine...or Ten Questions Quiz


Using the pictures and descriptions, identify the type of sewing stitch.

A photo quiz by bernie73. Estimated time: 3 mins.
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Author
bernie73
Time
3 mins
Type
Photo Quiz
Quiz #
387,401
Updated
Dec 03 21
# Qns
10
Difficulty
Average
Avg Score
8 / 10
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495
Awards
Top 35% Quiz
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Question 1 of 10
1. This stitch is sometimes called a straight stitch but goes by another name that would seem to relate to quickness. Which stitch is this? Hint


Question 2 of 10
2. This type of stitch is commonly used in embroidery or needlework. Which type of stitch is it? Hint


Question 3 of 10
3. This stitch picture is more complex. The red represents the thread on this side of the fabric and the pink represents the thread on the other side of the fabric. The blue arrows and numbers represent the order of the various stitches. Which type of stitch is this? Hint


Question 4 of 10
4. With this type of stitch, the red represents the thread on our side of the fabric and the pink represents the thread on the other side of the fabric. Notice that most of the thread is hidden on the other side. What type of stitch is this? Hint


Question 5 of 10
5. This type of stitch almost spells out its answers. It is often done on sewing machines. What type of stitch is it? Hint


Question 6 of 10
6. For this stitch, I have used a black line to represent the edge of our piece of fabric. This type of stitch sounds like the weather is not quite right, but not TOO bad. What type of stitch is it? Hint


Question 7 of 10
7. You need to link the thread to name the type of stitch that can be used in embroidery work on a single layer of fabric. What is this type of stitch? Hint


Question 8 of 10
8. The key to naming this stitch is knowing that it involves two threads and is usually done nowadays on a sewing machine. What type of stitch is this? Hint


Question 9 of 10
9. This type of temporary stitch is sometimes called a basting stitch. What is this type of stitch? Hint


Question 10 of 10
10. Sometimes you want to see a stitch and sometimes you do not want to see a stitch. This stitch is meant to almost be unseen. What type of stitch is it? Hint



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1. This stitch is sometimes called a straight stitch but goes by another name that would seem to relate to quickness. Which stitch is this?

Answer: Running Stitch

The running stitch is a basic hand stitch that could be used for a variety of purposes such as assembling the pieces of a quilt together. The red marks represent the thread that is on this side of the fabric and the blank areas in between represent where the thread has gone through the fabric and is on the other side. With a running stitch it is common for more thread to be visible than hidden.
2. This type of stitch is commonly used in embroidery or needlework. Which type of stitch is it?

Answer: Cross Stitch

If you have looked at a sampler that features alphabets, sets of numbers, and the like you have seen examples of cross stitches. Depending on your angle, the pairs of stitches are in an x or + shape, with the second stitch "crossing" the first stitch. In many parts of the world, the sampler with its many cross stitches was used to show the skill of the embroiderer.
3. This stitch picture is more complex. The red represents the thread on this side of the fabric and the pink represents the thread on the other side of the fabric. The blue arrows and numbers represent the order of the various stitches. Which type of stitch is this?

Answer: Back Stitch

With the back stitch, the individual stitches go in a different direction than the general movement of the stitch line. This type of stitch can be used in embroidery to add detail or outline something. Examples of this type of stitch, which has several varieties, can be found in cloth items that are several hundreds of years old.
4. With this type of stitch, the red represents the thread on our side of the fabric and the pink represents the thread on the other side of the fabric. Notice that most of the thread is hidden on the other side. What type of stitch is this?

Answer: Pick Stitch

I must admit that I cheated a little when I used red/pink to mark out the pick stitch in this image. A pick stitch would often use a thread that is close/identical in color to the color of the fabric so that it would show as little as possible. One common use of a pick stitch is as a hem for a piece of clothing.
5. This type of stitch almost spells out its answers. It is often done on sewing machines. What type of stitch is it?

Answer: Zigzag Stitch

The zigzag stitch creates more strength at the seam than a simple straight stitch would. If you look at it the right way, the pattern of the stitch seems to be connected the "Zs" that are in zigzag. I must admit that I thought "Charlie Brown Stitch" was a clever fake answer since this stitch reminded me of the pattern on Charlie Brown's sweater.

A zigzag stitch is more commonly done on a sewing machine than by hand.
6. For this stitch, I have used a black line to represent the edge of our piece of fabric. This type of stitch sounds like the weather is not quite right, but not TOO bad. What type of stitch is it?

Answer: Overcast Stitch

The overcast stitch can be used used on a raw seam to prevent unraveling of the fabric. It can also be used to connect blocks of crocheting that will be used to create an afghan blanket. In an embroidery project, the overcast stitch can also be used to outline something.
7. You need to link the thread to name the type of stitch that can be used in embroidery work on a single layer of fabric. What is this type of stitch?

Answer: Chain Stitch

Chain stitches are used in both sewing and embroidery. The pressure of the needle on the fabric will cause the small loops of thread to form creating the links in a "chain-like" pattern. Several varieties of chain stitches, both hand-sewn and machine-sewn, exist. This type of stitching goes back hundreds, if not thousands of years.
8. The key to naming this stitch is knowing that it involves two threads and is usually done nowadays on a sewing machine. What type of stitch is this?

Answer: Lock Stitch

The lock stitch gets its name because the two threads intertwine or lock. This is the most common type of stitch done on a sewing machine. The upper thread is held on a spool on top of the machine and the lower thread is held on a bobbin in the machine. There are several varieties of lock stitch including straight, zigzag, and blind.
9. This type of temporary stitch is sometimes called a basting stitch. What is this type of stitch?

Answer: Tacking Stitch

A tailor might use a tacking stitch like this to temporarily set something like a hem in place before a more permanent stitch was used. This type of stitch can also be used on a part of a piece of clothing that would be separated from the main article before cleaning. On occasion, a tacking stitch can even be used to reinforce another type of stitch.
10. Sometimes you want to see a stitch and sometimes you do not want to see a stitch. This stitch is meant to almost be unseen. What type of stitch is it?

Answer: Blind Stitch

A blind stitch is meant to be as unnoticeable as possible. This type of stitch is sometimes used on hems. This type of stitch can be done both by hand sewing and machine sewing. The secret is for the thread to catch as small a piece of the material as possible with each stitch.
Source: Author bernie73

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