Winter Accessories Second paper – 8 th June 10 marks.

Knitting Loops linked to rows above and below. Insulating – traps air in-between loops Warm Stretches – loops extend Unravels and forms ladders Crease resistant Circular knitting Flatbed knitingHand knitting Crocheting

Knitting Different textures can be created as there are a lot of different stitches. Patterns can be created by introducing different coloured yarn into the stitches. Different textured yarns also create pattern and texture. Computers control knitting machines making it easy to create pattern and shape.

Properties of wool Insulates – warm to wear Crease resistant Stretches Absorbent – dyes easily, soaks up sweat/damp. Resistant to static build up. Not very strong – nylon is often blended with wool to make it stronger. Becomes stronger when twisted into a yarn. Sustainable, biodegrades.

Acrylic Similar to wool but manmade. Cheaper than wool Easier to wash than wool. Not as warm as wool Soft, doesn’t itch Slightly stronger than wool

Decoration Hand Embroidery Machine Embroidery Knitted pattern Appliqué Quilting - warm

Components Elastic – stretches and grips to shape Velcro – easy to do up/undo, fibres get stuck in it stopping it working. Not a strong fastening, adjustable. Buttons – Strong fastening, difficult to do up, decorative. Toggles- Adjustable, grip cord. Buckles – Strong, adjustable, decorative.

Overlocked seam Used on knitted products as it stretches with the fabric Strong – combination of 3 or 4 threads Neatens seam as cuts off and overstitches raw edge More expensive than normal lockstitch as more thread used Complicated to thread machine

Pom poms Embroidery Blanket stitch Tassels Fringes

Fabric Finishes Brushing – A series of wire covered rollers brush the fabric to raise the fibres to form a pile. Produces a soft fluffy fabric which is warm to wear. The process weakens the fabric and makes it more flamable. Often used for the lining fabric of gloves. Waterproofing – Silcone is applied to the fabric to form a barrier to water. Easy care – chemicals applied to the fabric to make it easier to wash and iron. Anti felting – Wool fibres felt or matt together if not washed properly. Anti felting finishes stop this happening by either softening the scales on the wool so they don’t grip each other or covers the wool with a polymer film to stop the gripping.

Technological Textiles Thinsulate- micro fibre which traps air to insulate from the cold, is breathable, moisture-resistant, both machine washable and dry-cleanable. Performs better than wool. Goretex – waterproof but breathable membrane that protects from the cold. Used for high performance outdoor wear.

The Osprey GTX combines warmth and waterproofness to produce a classic snowsport glove using some of the finest components and materials available. Features: Gore-Tex® liner provides a waterproof and breathable inner layer Leather palm, fingers and wrapped-over finger ends Sonic welded patches on knuckles maximum protection Primaloft® insulation soft handle and high warmth retention, low bulk Polysoft lining comfortable, soft and warm with excellent wicking properties Elasticated wrist provides a close and comfortable fit Pre-shaped fingers provides a great fit, maximising comfort Zippered pocket on right hand cuff safe storage of lift pass and other small items

Trekmates® Thermal Pro® Balaclava provides warmth without the weight and offers excellent breathability and quick drying to minimize heat loss. Provides comfort and warmth and is appropriate for a broad range of activities. Highly breathable Traps air to retain body heat Dries quickly

The heated gloves have built in heating elements which become warm within about 3 minutes of connecting the batteries. Each glove is powered by 1 D battery which fit snugly on the back of your wrist. For added warmth, the gloves have a thermal lining and water resistant outer. Ideal for skiing or just cold days The gloves have adjustable cuffs to keep the warmth in and have 3M 40 gram Thinsulate™ insulation. You also have a choice of two heat settings, high and low, 6 hours on high and up to 8 hours on low Thinsulate Heated Gloves and Mitts