PPT2 TLE

Embroidery

like painting with a needle and thread. It is the application of stitches to fabric in order to create a decoration.

- it is the ornamentation of textiles.

- derived from the old French "embroiders" meaning 'edge & 'border'

- was introduced into the Orient by the Netherlanders in the 15th century. It was then introduced to Filipinos by the Spaniards. The first to practice embroidery are nuns.

- it reached its highest development during the middle ages.

Gauge

used to measure short distances.

Tape Measure

used for measuring more than one-foot.

Thimble

protects the middle finger while also pushing the needle while doing embroidery work. (6-12 sizes)

Embroidery Hoop/Stiletto

makes eyelets in the fabric, also keeps it stretched.

Embroidery Scissors

small, sharp, and pointed. Used for trimming scallops, threads, and cutting large eyelets.

Needle Threader

used for easier threading.

Pounce

fine powder used for transferring designs.

Crewel

1-10, sharp pointed, medium length, large eye.

Chenille

13-26, sharp, thicker, longer, and has larger eyes.

Tapestry

also 13-26, unlike chenille, it is blunt.

Water Colo Brush

transfers design (pricking & pouncing method.)

Pin Cushion

holds pins & needles.

Tracing Paper

traces designs.

Sewing Box

keeps all embroidery tools together.

Fabric

sometimes referred to as cloth.

Common Weave

tightly woven, smooth surface, best used for articles w/ decorative stitches.

Even Weave

intended for hardanger embroidery.

Basket Weave

used by beginners & ramie linen.

Thread

differ in terms of texture, fiber, content, number of strands, & color.