Embroidery Tools and History

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What is the primary function of a stiletto in embroidery?

  • To thread a needle
  • To protect the middle finger
  • To measure distances
  • To make an eyelet in fabric (correct)

Who introduced monochromatic blackwork embroidery in England?

  • Queen Mary I
  • Queen Victoria
  • Queen Kathrine of Aragon (correct)
  • Queen Elizabeth I

What is the name of the weaving device mentioned in the text?

  • Loom
  • Tapestry
  • Jaquard loom (correct)
  • Sashiko

What is the name of the oldest surviving embroidered tapestry mentioned in the text?

<p>Bayeux tapestry (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who introduced embroidery in the Philippines?

<p>Spanish conquistadors (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The _______________ dynasty established the silk route.

<p>Han</p> Signup and view all the answers

A _______________ is used to make an eyelet in the fabric to be embroidered.

<p>stiletto</p> Signup and view all the answers

A _______________ is used to threading the needle easier.

<p>needle threader</p> Signup and view all the answers

Queen _______________ of Aragon introduced monochromatic blackwork embroidery in England.

<p>Katharine</p> Signup and view all the answers

The _______________ is a form of decorative reinforcements in Japan.

<p>Sashiko</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

Embroidery Tools

  • Tracing paper: a type of paper used for tracing needle threader to make threading easier
  • Needle threader: a tool used to thread a needle effortlessly
  • Stiletto: a tool made of wood or plastic used to create an eyelet in fabric for embroidery
  • Pounce: a fine powder used in the prickling method to transfer designs
  • Tape measure: a tool used to measure distances over one foot
  • Thimble: a protective covering made of metal or plastic worn on the middle finger while sewing

Embroidery History

  • Han Dynasty: established the Silk Route
  • Bayeux Tapestry: the oldest surviving embroidered tapestry
  • Queen Katharine of Aragon: introduced monochromatic blackwork embroidery in England
  • Sashiko: a form of decorative reinforcement in Japan
  • Spaniards: introduced embroidery in the Philippines
  • Jaquard Loom: a weaving device

Embroidery Tools

  • Tracing paper: a type of paper used for tracing needle threader to make threading easier
  • Needle threader: a tool used to thread a needle effortlessly
  • Stiletto: a tool made of wood or plastic used to create an eyelet in fabric for embroidery
  • Pounce: a fine powder used in the prickling method to transfer designs
  • Tape measure: a tool used to measure distances over one foot
  • Thimble: a protective covering made of metal or plastic worn on the middle finger while sewing

Embroidery History

  • Han Dynasty: established the Silk Route
  • Bayeux Tapestry: the oldest surviving embroidered tapestry
  • Queen Katharine of Aragon: introduced monochromatic blackwork embroidery in England
  • Sashiko: a form of decorative reinforcement in Japan
  • Spaniards: introduced embroidery in the Philippines
  • Jaquard Loom: a weaving device

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