| A | B |
| seam ripper | removes unwanted stitches |
| seam gauge | measures 6 in or less |
| tape measure | used for body measurements |
| shears | flat blade with bent handle |
| Pinking shears | zigzag cut to keep raw edge from fraying |
| 5/8 in | standard seam allowance |
| backstitch | 3-4 stitches taken at beginning and end of seam to lock stitch |
| pins | used to hold 2 pieces of fabric together |