sewing method
[ˈsoʊɪŋ ˈmɛθəd]
nounpl: sewing methods
método de costura
1. A specific technique or procedure used to join fabric pieces together using needle and thread
The running stitch is the most basic sewing method for beginners.
O ponto corrido é o método de costura mais básico para iniciantes.
2. A particular approach or style of stitching characterized by distinct patterns and purposes
Hand sewing methods differ significantly from machine sewing methods.
Os métodos de costura à mão diferem significativamente dos métodos de costura à máquina.
3. Traditional or specialized techniques passed down through craftsmanship
Traditional sewing methods are still valued in haute couture and tailoring.
Os métodos de costura tradicionais ainda são valorizados na alta costura e alfaiataria.
Sewing methods hold significant cultural importance in both Brazilian and American contexts. In Brazil, traditional sewing is often passed down through families and is deeply connected to craftsmanship culture. In the USA, there has been a resurgence of interest in sewing methods as part of the DIY and sustainable fashion movements. The terminology varies between professional tailors who use more technical language and hobbyists who use more colloquial expressions.
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