Question 5 of 10beginner💡 UnderstandShort Answer2 marks

Where else can we use running stitches in daily life?

Correct Answer

Running stitches are used in daily life for various practical and creative purposes.

For mending torn clothes, sewing buttons, and hemming garments, running stitches provide a simple and effective solution for everyday clothing repairs.

Joining fabric pieces for quilts or mats is another common use, as shown in Activity 8 of the chapter.

Making decorative items like coasters and tablecloths, as well as creating embroidery patterns, showcases the creative applications of this basic stitch.

The stitch is versatile and can be used wherever two pieces of fabric need to be joined temporarily or permanently.

Exercise: Activity 8 | Q: 1 | (Page Page 11)
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Explanation

The chapter describes the running stitch as a basic stitch where the needle goes up and down in a straight line. Activity 8 shows how running stitches can join cloth pieces to create items like table cloths, mats, coasters, and cleaning cloths.

Solution Steps

  1. Mending torn clothes

  2. Sewing buttons

  3. Hemming garments

  4. Joining fabric pieces for quilts or mats

  5. Making decorative items like coasters and tablecloths

  6. Creating embroidery patterns

  7. Temporary or permanent joining of fabric pieces