A 45-degree angle to the warp and weft threads. Fabric cut on the true bias has lots of stretch and drape and conforms nicely to contours. (See also Bias Binding and Grain.)

The grooved “teeth” on a sewing machine bed directly below the presser foot that hold the fabric against the presser foot while stitches are being formed and also move the fabric through the machine a [..]

A piece of fabric sewn either by hand or machine to a larger piece of fabric, often for embellishment. When attaching an appliqué by machine, we suggest using a satin stitch. (See Satin Stitch.)

A piece of fabric sewn either by hand or machine to a larger piece of fabric, often for embellishment. When attaching an appliqué by machine, we suggest using a satin stitch. (See Satin Stitch.)

Backstitching can be sewn by machine or hand, and the purpose of each stitch is very different. Backstitching by machine involves sewing a few stitches in reverse at the beginning or end of a seam to [..]

Closely set zigzag stitches sewn to reinforce areas of a garment or project subject to stress, such as pocket openings or buttonholes.

See Basting Stitch.

Long stitches, frequently used to hold multiple layers of fabric together or in position temporarily during construction, which can be easily removed later. Basting can be done by machine by simply se [..]

The middle layer of a quilt sandwich, usually made of cotton or wool fibers that have been processed and wadded or “flattened” into loose rolls or sheets. Batting can be purchased in a variety of size [..]

Any straight line that doesn’t run directly on the fabric’s straight or cross grain can be referred to as being on bias or off-grain. Fabric cut on the bias has more stretch and drape than fabric cut [..]