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Symbol Syntax

Directions: On the line below, write the meaning of the pattern symbols used for
laying out, cutting and marking your fabric.

1. Straight of grain

2. Place on fold

3. Cutting line

4. Notches

5. Buttonholes

6. Markings to transfer dots and circles

7. Lengthen or shorten here in multi-size patterns

8. Lengthen or shorten here in one-size patterns

9. Dingle-end dart and double-end dart

10. Pleat and gathering lines

11. Stitching line

12. What is a selvage? The woven edge of the fabric.

13. Why should you preshrink your fabric before cutting it

out? To eliminate having the garment shrink when
washed.
14. What do the terms nap or directional design mean you
should do when laying out? Face the tops of the pattern
pieces all in the same direction.
15. What is the difference between lengthwise and crosswise
grain? Lengthwise threads are parallel to selvage—
crosswise threads are perpendicula.