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Textiles

Any cloth, woven or knitted fabric; especially the raw materials that are used to make clothing.

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tailor's chalk

Hobbies; Sewing

A piece of chalk used to mark fabric.

tassel fringe

Hobbies; Sewing

A decorative trim that consists of a gimp or braid portion combined with a fringe comprised of tassels.

tension

Hobbies; Sewing

The balance between the bobbin and needle threads on a sewing machine; correct tension ensures a perfect stitch.

thimble

Hobbies; Sewing

A thimble is a protective shield worn on the finger or thumb.

thread

Hobbies; Sewing

Thread is a fine type of yarn.

toile

Hobbies; Sewing

Toile is the British English term for a test garment, frequently made from this fabric. The equivalent American English term is muslin.

top stitching

Hobbies; Sewing

Stitching close to the edge of a seam (on the right side, or 'top' of the piece) to stop seam allowances and facings from rolling or moving. Gives a professional finish, ...

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