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Why is a knot made in the end of a thread?
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A knot is made in the end of a thread to keep the thread from slipping through the work.
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When is a knot perfect?
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A knot is perfect when it is very small and the end of the thread is entirely twisted in.
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Are there other ways of fastening the thread beside making a knot?
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To fasten a thread besides making a knot, it can be sewed over and held down by another stitch or a couple of fastening stitches can be taken one over the other.
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What is the rule for running?
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The rule for running is take up two threads and skip two.
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Where should the line of sewing be?
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The line of sewing should be close under the basting.
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For what is running used?
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Running is used mostly for tucking and gathering, as it is not strong enough for a seam.
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What does it mean for a fabric to be dyed in the piece?
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Fabric that is dyed in the piece is first woven and then afterwards dyed.
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What is plain weave?
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Plain weave is a simple weave composed of a pattern of over one thread, under one thread, over and under across the cloth. The next row is woven over the thread that was under in the first row, and under the thread that was over, and so on across the cloth.
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