Career Pathways Clothing & Textiles

Key Vocabulary Textiles– fiber, fabric or yarn. Fiber– what fabric is made of. Fabric– yarns woven or knitted together. Construction – sewing fabrics together. Interior Design– plan/decorate a room. Fashion– what is in style right now.

Job Description Grow & produce fibers Produce yarns & fabric Design Sew Market & Sell Clean

textiles & textile products originally applied to woven fabrics now generally applied to any flexible material that is composed of: thin films of polymers fibers, yarns, or fabrics products made of films, fibers, yarns or fabrics

textiles & textile products polymer: very large molecule made by connecting many small molecules together almost all fibers are polymers made of organic materials some polymers are formed into thin films and used as textiles EXAMPLE: vinyl upholstery is a film, often applied to a more traditional textile knit or woven material for added durability

textiles & textile products fiber: natural or manufactured smallest component—hairlike in nature—that can be separated from a fabric can be: absorbent—cotton or rayon stretchy—spandex warm & bulky—wool very strong & abrasion resistant—nylon or polyester

textiles & textile products yarn: assemblage of fibers twisted or laid together to form a continuous strand that can be made into a textile fabric can be used to make fabric: smooth & slick—satin soft & fuzzy—brushed denim

textiles & textile products fabric: flexible planar substance constructed from solutions, fibers, yarns, or fabrics in any combination range from: lightweight and sheer—chiffon heavy and sturdy—denim rigid and firm—carpeting

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textiles & textile products gray goods (also grey or greige goods): any fabric that has not been finished consumers rarely see gray goods except for muslin

textiles & textile products coloration: any dyeing or printing process used to add color with dyes or pigments to a textile adds interest and fashion appeal to apparel and interiors http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7z6B7ismg3k http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6PUZRhskYN0 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cFH5ijdhu4A

textiles & textile products finish: any process that modifies appearance or enhance performance of gray goods comfort—brushing velveteen to make softer surface performance—stain-resistance

textiles & textile products soft goods: products constructed of textiles and other flexible materials including apparel, interior textiles & technical textiles

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textiles & textile products smart textiles: AKA smart fabrics, interactive textiles, intelligent textiles sense & react to the environment or stimuli of an electrical, chemical, thermal, mechanical, magnetic or other nature examples: deliver medication in slow controlled doses monitor pulse and body temp promote safety—seat occupancy in vehicles promote comfort—promote heat loss in warm weather, minimize heat loss in cool temps

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textiles & textile products technical or industrial textiles: include a broad range of materials that are widely used in special applications of a technical nature generally not considered apparel or interiors contribute to quality of life automotive industry: tire cords—smooth ride seat upholstery & carpeting—comfort, style, easy care head liners & window runners—noise reduction, finished interiors seat belts and shoulder harnesses--safety

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textiles & textile products: technical or industrial textiles

textiles & textile products everyday textile products include: apparel—clothing & fashion interior textiles—upholstered furniture, carpets, rugs, wall coverings, draperies & curtains, table linens, towels, bed linens technical or industrial textiles—toothbrushes, bandages, seat belts, gaskets & liners, medical textiles, landscape erosion control fabrics…

participation activity: textiles & textile products participation activity: …make a list of the textile products you have used today …group your list by apparel, interior textiles or technical textiles (chart on pg. 8) …compare your list with 2-3 other people—what do you have in common? uncommon? …answer the following questions: How do textiles contribute to your quality of life? What parts of your day would not have been possible without these textile products?

textiles & textile products: the global textile complex

What countries are you representing today? textiles & textile products the global textile complex What countries are you representing today?

Careers http://creativeskillset.org/creative_industries/fashion_and_textiles/job_roles

Clothing & Textile Skills Working with hands Technical (working with machines) Quality/Accuracy Focus Time Management Critical Thinking & Problem Solving Creativity School Skills– math, reading, science, art

Career Pathways- Agriculture Agriculture: Production/Processing: Animal Science Plant & Soil Science Science & Management: Farmer/Rancher Sales and Service Marketing Entrepreneurship: Retail Owner Purchasing Agent, Buyer Merchandise Displayer

Get the Facts– Agriculture Agriculture is the nation’s largest employer with more than 21 million workers. Production and Processing jobs are nontraditional for females Production & Processing jobs are high skill. Agriculture jobs pay high wages. Many post-secondary programs in Utah will accept high school courses towards a degree through concurrent enrollment.

Career Pathways- FACS Fashion Design, Manufacturing & Merchandising Fashion Designer Tailor/Seamstress Buyer Retail Sales Person FACS Teacher Interior Design Interior Designer Retail Manager Display Designer Furniture Designer

Get the Facts– Fashion Design Fashion Designers need to have a 2-4 year degree and be knowledgeable about textiles, fabrics, and fashion trends. 2/3 of fashions designers are employed in New York or California. The best job opportunities will be found in clothing for mass markets. Fashion Design is a high skill and high wage job. Fashion Design is nontraditional for males. Employment growth for fashion designers will stem from a growing population demanding more clothing, footwear, and accessories.

Get the Facts– Interior Design Interior Design is a small occupation with about 65,000 people in the profession. Interior design employment is expected to increase 9-17% by 2014. Interior Design is a high skill and high wage job. Economic expansion, growing homeowner wealth, and an increased interest in interior design will increase demand for designers. Many post-secondary programs in Utah will accept high school courses towards a degree through concurrent enrollment.

Related FACS Classes FACS Exploration Fashion Strategies Clothing 1 & 2 Designer Sewing/Fashion Design Interior Design 1 & 2 Advanced Interior Design Fashion Merchandising Sports Sewing Entrepreneurship in FACS

Fashion Strategies (9-12) Clothing 1 & 2 (9-12) Example: Change to fit the classes available in your area. Classes You Can Take FACS Exploration (8th) Fashion Strategies (9-12) Clothing 1 & 2 (9-12) Designer Sewing (10-12) Beginning and Advanced Interior Design (10-12) Fashion Merchandising (11-12) Check out the Fashion Institute at Taylorsville High School. Check out Animal Science at Wheeler Farm.