Clothing Management Textiles

1. blends -in clothing, a term to refer to combining different fibers into one yarn 2. care label -a label inside a garment describing its fiber content and how to care for it 3. cellulose fibers -fibers made from plant (wood) sources 4. fabric finish -treatment given to clothing to improve appearance, texture, or performance 5. fiber -a basic unit from which fabric is made 6. grain line -a line on a pattern piece with arrows that show how to place the pattern on the straight grain of the fabric 7. gray (greige) goods -unfinished fabric that lacks color when it first comes from the loom 8. hang tag -a tag providing information about the garment to which it is attached, such as price and size

9. knitted fabric -fabric made by looping yarns together 10. manufactured fiber -fibers not found in nature 11. natural fiber -a fiber that comes from plants or hair of animals 12. non-woven fabric -fabric made using heat, moisture, and/or adhesive 13. permanent finish -a fabric finish that lasts the entire life of the garment 14. pill -small balls of fiber that form on the surface of fabric 15. ply yarn -yarn made by twisting two or more single yarns together 16. woven fabric -made by interlacing lengthwise and crosswise yarns 17. yarn -fibers twisted together or laid side by side

2.1 Name textile uses Clothing is not the only use of textile products. Textiles are used to make sheets, towels, upholstery, carpets, umbrellas, filters, space suits, etc.. Football turf is made from textiles. Artificial hearts use textiles as well. Textiles are used for everything from blouses to buildings.

Natural Fibers Natural fibers come from plants or the hair of animals. Cotton, linen, wool,and silk are the most common natural fibers. Quality varies on the type of plant or animal and the growing conditions. They have unique characteristics that cannot be copied by science. 2.2 Differentiate between natural and manufactured fibers

Examples of Natural Fibers Cotton is a natural cellulosic fiber obtained from the cotton plant. Advantages- strong, launders well, inexpensive, comfortable, wide variety of uses Disadvantages- shrinks in hot water, mildews if out in damp storage, wrinkles easily Uses- outer wear, underwear, home furnishing

Flax is the fiber used to make linen. Advantages-strongest of natural fibers, durable, lint free, stands high temperatures Disadvantages-expensive, wrinkles easy unless treated, has color loss Uses- Clothing (suits, handkerchiefs) Home furnishings (draperies, tablecloths) Egyptian flax linen fabric

Ramie comes from a plant often grown in China and India. Often called “China Grass.” Advantages-strong, durable, dries quickly, absorbs moisture Disadvantages-wrinkles easily, stiff and wire like, and coarse Uses- cords, can be combined with other fabrics to make home furnishings, and combined with other natural and manufactured fibers in wearing apparel Ramie is often blended with cotton ramie plant

Jute is used to make rope and burlap. Hemp is used to make rope, cording for jewelry making, clothing and accessories. Other uses of Natural Fibers

Wool is made from the fleece of sheep or lambs. Advantages-warmest of all fibers, wrinkle resistant, durable, combines with other fibers successfully Disadvantages-expensive, shrink and mat when moisture applied, absorbs odors Uses-clothing (outerwear, sweaters) home furnishings(blankets, rugs, upholstery)

Silk is obtained by the unwinding of a silkworms cocoon. Advantages-strong but lightweight, soil resistant Disadvantages-dry-cleaning, yellows with age, expensive Uses-Clothing (wedding dresses, blouses) home furnishings(lampshades, wall hangings)

Specialty Hair Fibers alpaca angora goat llama vicuna guanaco cashmere goat camel’s hair

Manufactured Fibers Manufactured fibers are not found in nature. They surround you. They are in your clothes, on your furniture, at your school, and in your car. Rayon was the first commercially produced fiber.

Rayon Rayon is very much like cotton. Advantages-drapes well, comfortable, soft, inexpensive Disadvantages-weak when wet, stretches, will mildew Uses-Blouses, dresses, curtains, bedding

Acetate It looks and feels luxurious. It takes dye well. Advantages- drapes well, inexpensive, easy to dye Disadvantages- weak, special care for cleaning, heat sensitive Uses-dresses, scarves, shirts

Triacetate Triacetate is similar to acetate in appearance. Advantages-easy to care for, does not shrink, resists wrinkles and fading Disadvantages-weak, nonabsorbent Use-blouses, dresses, lightweight knits

Nylon Nylon is very strong and durable. Advantages-lightweight,dries quickly, retains shape, easy care Disadvantages-damaged by sun, surface pills, heat sensitive Uses-casual tops, camisoles, slips, windbreakers

Polyester Very versatile. Almost any appearance and texture can be achieved. Advantages-easy care, resistant to wrinkles, strong/durable, easy to dye Disadvantages-takes oily stains, low absorbency, static buildup Uses-underwear, carpets, children’s wear

Olefin Lightest fiber made. Floats on water and has very low absorption Advantages-Strong/durable, inexpensive, very lightweight Disadvantages-heat sensitive, poor dye ability, non absorbent Uses- upholster, outdoor furniture

Acrylic Often used as a replacement for wool. It is soft, warm and lightweight Advantages-keeps it shape well, resists sunlight, chemicals and wrinkles Disadvantages-pills, static electricity Uses-sportswear, sweaters, blankets

Modacrylic Flame resistant, soft and warm Advantages-resists shrinkage and chemicals, retains shape, easy to dye Disadvantages-weak, static buildup Uses-fake fur, wigs, carpets, blankets

Spandex Elastic like rubber Advantages-very elastic, smooth, lightweight, easy care, resists sunlight, oil and perspiration Disadvantages-yellows with age, heat sensitive, harmed by bleach Uses-swimwear, skiwear, exercise and dance wear