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Textiles and Garment Construction

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Formation of Appearance of rs
overlock stitch overlock stitch

Activity 3.15 (ii) Hold the thread firmly under your
1. Search a reliable video clip or thumb and insert the needle back into
the same hole, bringing it out a short
from other sources showing how distance ahead.
to neaten raw edges using machine
stitches.
2. Take three garments of your choice,
look at the raw edges of each
garment, and identify the stitches
used to neaten the raw edges.
A
Embroidery stitches
Embroidery stitches are used for
decorative purposes. They may be simple
or elaborated with a little knowledge to (iii) Pass the thread under the needle.
make an interesting design. An interesting
design can be formed using different
embroidery stitches and coloured threads.

The following are simple embroidery
stitches that a beginner can work with:
(a) Chain stitch: A series of looped
stitches form a chain-like pattern. The rs
stitch is used as an outline on tablecloths
or tray cloths. It can also be used in B A
holding hems and for pulling a shape. It
is worked towards you from right to left (iv) Pull out the needle now to tighten
or top to bottom. the loop slightly and you will get
Procedure for working on chain stitch the first part of the chain. Do not

(i) Fasten on using a few running pull the thread too tight; otherwise,
stitches. the shape of the stitch will be spoilt.

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