From pin cushions to darts, think you know all there is to know about sewing? This quiz was made just for you! Click now to start.
Question 1/12
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What were the earliest sewing needles made of (between 25,000 and 30,000 years ago)?
Turtle shell
Animal bone
Dog teeth
Question 2/12
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What decade was the electric sewing machine invented in?
1850's
1890's
1910's
Question 3/12
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On American sewing patterns, what is the common seam-allowance?
1 inch
5/8 of an inch
3/4 of an inch
Question 4/12
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What tool do you need if you make a mistake in sewing and want to correct it?
Seam ripper
Stitch overlay
Thread baring
Question 5/12
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What part of a sewing machine holds the fabric in place?
Reverse lever
Bobbin winder
Presser foot
Question 6/12
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Which of these is NOT a part of a common sewing machine?
Take-up lever
Stitch opener
Stitch selector
Question 7/12
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Which of these is NOT a type of sewing stitch?
Float
Invisible
Loophole
Question 8/12
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In sewing terms, what are "darts?"
Marks used to distinguish the hemline
Handsewn stitches made to not be seen on a garment
Folded and stitched wedges of fabric that shape a garment over curves
Question 9/12
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If someone asks you to give her the "selvage" end of the fabric, which end would you hand her?
The cut edge
The finished edge
The edge with the make/manufacturer of the fabric on it
Question 10/12
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How do you create a back-stitch using a modern sewing machine?
Turn over the fabric and proceed to sew
Hold down the reverse lever or button
From your current stitch, put in a top-stitch then continue sewing
Question 11/12
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In sewing terms, what are "notions?"
Sewing accessories needed to complete a garment
Patterns used to aid in garment making
Measuring devices needed to follow sewing patterns
Question 12/12
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Which of these is the oldest sewing machine brand?
Singer
Kenmore
Brother
Seems like you've just begun realizing the fun in sewing! Keep practicing - you'll be an expert seamstress one day!
C+, Beginning Sewer
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You definitely own a sewing kit, and maybe even a sewing machine! Great job on this quiz. I can tell that sewing is one of your many hobbies!
B+, Sewing Hobbyist
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From darts to types of needles, you know it all! I'd love to have some clothes made by you one day. Amazing job on this quiz, expert seamstress.
A+, Expert Seamstress
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1
What were the earliest sewing needles made of (between 25,000 and 30,000 years ago)?
Turtle shell
Animal bone
Dog teeth
2
What decade was the electric sewing machine invented in?
1850's
1890's
1910's
3
On American sewing patterns, what is the common seam-allowance?
1 inch
5/8 of an inch
3/4 of an inch
4
What tool do you need if you make a mistake in sewing and want to correct it?
Seam ripper
Stitch overlay
Thread baring
5
What part of a sewing machine holds the fabric in place?
Reverse lever
Bobbin winder
Presser foot
6
Which of these is NOT a part of a common sewing machine?
Take-up lever
Stitch opener
Stitch selector
7
Which of these is NOT a type of sewing stitch?
Float
Invisible
Loophole
8
In sewing terms, what are "darts?"
Marks used to distinguish the hemline
Handsewn stitches made to not be seen on a garment
Folded and stitched wedges of fabric that shape a garment over curves
9
If someone asks you to give her the "selvage" end of the fabric, which end would you hand her?
The cut edge
The finished edge
The edge with the make/manufacturer of the fabric on it
10
How do you create a back-stitch using a modern sewing machine?
Turn over the fabric and proceed to sew
Hold down the reverse lever or button
From your current stitch, put in a top-stitch then continue sewing
11
In sewing terms, what are "notions?"
Sewing accessories needed to complete a garment
Patterns used to aid in garment making
Measuring devices needed to follow sewing patterns
12
Which of these is the oldest sewing machine brand?
Singer
Kenmore
Brother
