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  2. Sewing table - Wikipedia

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    A sewing table or work table is a table or desk used for sewing. Generally it has large amounts of space and a full set of sewing tools. Nearby there will be a chair and a waste bin. A common attachment is a dropleaf to give expanded space.

  3. Cut and sew - Wikipedia

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    The term cut and sew is a manufacturing process used in the making of custom garments within the fashion industry. [1] A whole piece of any type of fabric is first placed on a cutting table or run through a cutting machine. A garment piece or shape is then cut out, which is next sent for sewing through the garment assembly.

  4. List of sewing occupations - Wikipedia

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  5. History of sewing patterns - Wikipedia

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    History of sewing patterns. A sewing pattern is the template from which the parts of a garment are traced onto woven or knitted fabrics before being cut out and assembled. Patterns are usually made of paper, and are sometimes made of sturdier materials like paperboard or cardboard if they need to be more robust to withstand repeated use.

  6. Sewing - Wikipedia

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    Seated woman sewing a kimono, Utagawa Kuniyoshi, in the early 19th century. Different cultures have developed diverse sewing techniques, from methods of cutting fabric to types of stitches. Sewing has an ancient history estimated to begin during the Paleolithic Era. Sewing was used to stitch together animal hides for clothing and for shelter.

  7. Pattern (sewing) - Wikipedia

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    Sewing patterns typically include standard symbols and marks that guide the cutter and/or sewer in cutting and assembling the pieces of the pattern. Patterns may use: Notches, to indicate: Seam allowances. (not all patterns include allowances) Centerlines and other lines important to the fit like the waistline, hip, breast, shoulder tip, etc.

  8. Patternmaker (clothing) - Wikipedia

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    Patternmaker (clothing) A patternmaker is a skilled worker who produces patterns on paper or fabric for use in the clothing industry. Apparel patternmakers draft patterns based on a designer's sketch of a style. The designer gives the sketch to the patternmaker, who can ask questions to determine details the designer is looking for.

  9. Jigsaw (tool) - Wikipedia

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    Jigsaw (tool) A power jigsaw. Battery-powered jigsaw. T-shank blades. A jigsaw is a saw which uses a reciprocating blade to cut irregular curves, such as stenciled designs, in wood, metal, or other materials. Jigsaws first emerged in the 19th century [1] and employed a treadle to operate the blade, which was thin and under tension, being ...

  10. Seam ripper - Wikipedia

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    A seam ripper is a small sewing tool used for cutting and removing stitches. The most common form consists of a handle, shaft and head. The head is usually forked with a cutting surface situated at the base of the fork. In some designs, one side of the fork tapers to a sharp point to allow easier insertion in tight stitching.

  11. Machine embroidery - Wikipedia

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    Machine embroidery. Machine embroidery is an embroidery process whereby a sewing machine or embroidery machine is used to create patterns on textiles. It is used commercially in product branding, corporate advertising, and uniform adornment. It is also used in the fashion industry to decorate garments and apparel.