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substances such as plastic wrap, water soluble plastic "foil", and open weave fabric which is chemically treated to disintegrate with the application of heat. FILL STITCH Series of running stitches commonly used to cover large areas. Different fill patterns can be created by altering the angle, length, and repeat sequence of the stitches. FINISHING Processes performed after embroidery is complete. Includes trimming loose threads, cutting or tearing away excess backing, removing facing, cleaning any stains, pressing if needed, and packing for sale or shipping. FLAGGING Up and down motion of goods under action of needle, named after the motion of a waving flag. Often caused by improper framing of goods, flagging may result in poor registration, unsatisfactory stitch formation and "birdnesting". FOX TEST Method of testing thread tension and soundness of timing. Sew the word FOX in 1 inch satin block letters with each needle, then examine the reverse side for skipped stitches and correctly balanced ratio of top thread to bobbin thread. The correct balance is generally considered to be a one-third ratio of bobbin to two- thirds top thread. These letters are used because they require the movement of the pantograph in all directions, increasing the likelihood that the beginnings of timing irregularities will be discovered. FRAME Holding device for insertion of goods under an embroidery head for the application of embroidery. May employ a number of means for maintaining stability during the embroidery process, including clamps, vacuum devices, magnets or springs. See Hoop. GEFLECT A fill pattern in which all lines of stitches are parallel to each other. GUIDE STITCH A series of stitches used to line up placement of subsequent embroidery in multiple hooping situations, or assist in placement of fabric pieces for applique. I TEST A thread tension test in which one 1 inch capital letter I is stitched out in each of the color threads available on the machine, after which all I's are compared for consistent and correct tension. www.hsi.us care@hsi.us 228