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Which tool is best used for taking long, straight measurements on paper?

Sewing Gauge
Tape Measure
Ruler or Yard Stick (correct)
L-square

What is the main purpose of a HemMarker/Skirt Marker?

Marking hems evenly from the floor (correct)
Dividing garments into desired measurements
Measuring body dimensions
Making short space measurements

How does a Tailor Chalk differ from a Sewing Gauge?

Tailor Chalk is used for measuring while Sewing Gauge is used for marking.
Tailor Chalk is used for temporary marks while Sewing Gauge is permanent. (correct)
Tailor Chalk is used for marking while Sewing Gauge is a measuring tape.
Tailor Chalk is a ruler while Sewing Gauge is used for calibrating.

Which tool can function like a tape measure and is marked in both inches and centimeters?

Sewing Gauge (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the key function of an L-square or Tailor's square?

Dividing garments into desired measurements (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a tracing wheel in sewing?

To transfer pattern markings onto fabric (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended application for a smooth tracing wheel?

Delicate fabrics prone to snagging (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which tool is ideal for cutting silk, nylon, and hard-to-cut fabrics?

Electric shears (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of pinking shears?

To add a ravel-resistant seam finish to loosely woven fabric (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct way to care for scissors and shears based on the text?

Wipe them with a dry cloth after each use (B) Signup and view all the answers

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