forward stitch
[FOR-werd stitch]
nounpl: forward stitches
ponto de costura para frente
1. A basic sewing technique where the needle is pushed through fabric in a forward direction, creating a continuous line of stitches
The forward stitch is the most fundamental sewing technique for beginners.
O ponto de costura para frente é a técnica de costura mais fundamental para iniciantes.
2. In hand sewing, a stitch made by inserting the needle through the fabric and pulling it out ahead of the previous stitch
She used a forward stitch to hem the dress with small, even stitches.
Ela usou um ponto de costura para frente para fazer a bainha do vestido com pontos pequenos e uniformes.
The forward stitch is a foundational skill taught in sewing classes throughout Brazil and the United States. In Brazilian culture, hand sewing remains an important traditional craft, often passed down through generations, particularly in quilting communities and among artisans. The term is universally understood among people engaged in textile crafts, fashion design, and home economics in both countries.
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