Seams I Assignment

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This assignment is designed to help you practice identifying and understanding different types of seams used in garments. You will complete multiple choice questions to test your knowledge, and you will also analyze garments in your own wardrobe to identify different seams in real clothing. You can use your binder notes to complete this assignment. Are you ready? Let's get started.

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Which seam is the most commonly used for joining two pieces of fabric together, with the raw edges exposed and finished with a simple stitch?* This field is required.

Flat Felled Seam

Plain Seam

French Seam

Pinking Shears

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Which type of seam is often used for denim or heavy fabrics and involves folding the raw edges of the fabric and enclosing them within the seam for a clean finish?* This field is required.

Flat Felled Seam

Plain Seam

French Seam

Serger Seam

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Which seam finishes the edges of the fabric by trimming the raw edges with a zigzag stitch or an overlock stitch?* This field is required.

French Seam

Pinking Shears

Serger Seam

Flat Felled Seam

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Which seam is characterized by a clean, professional finish that hides the raw edges inside the garment, often used in delicate fabrics like silk?* This field is required.

Serger Seam

Plain Seam

French Seam

Pinking Shears

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Which of the following seams uses a specialized cutting tool to trim and seal the raw fabric edges to prevent fraying?* This field is required.

Pinking Shears

Flat Felled Seam

French Seam

Serger Seam

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Next, you will need to identify and document these seams in garments from your own wardrobe or a retail store. Follow the instructions to upload the required photos.

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Find a garment that uses a Plain Seam. Take a clear photo of the inside seam of the garment, showing the two pieces of fabric joined together. Make sure the raw edges are visible.* This field is required.Example garments: Basic t-shirt, casual pants, or a simple dress.

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Look for a garment that has a Flat Felled Seam, often used in heavier and denim fabrics. Take a clear photo of the inside seam of the garment.* This field is required.Example garments: Jeans, denim jackets, or chinos.

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Find a delicate garment, such as a blouse or a dress, that uses a French Seam. Take a clear photo of the inside seam of the garment.* This field is required.Example garments: Lightweight blouses, silk dresses, or flowy skirts.

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Find a garment that has a Serger Seam. Take a clear photo of the inside seam of the garment, showing the overlocking stitch.* This field is required.Example garments: Basic t-shirt, knitwear, or activewear.

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Find a garment with edges finished using Pinking Shears. Take a clear photo of the inside seam of the garment.* This field is required.Example garments: Skirts, blouses, or cotton tops.

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You're all done! Click the "SUBMIT" button to submit your Seams 1 Assignment.