1. Collect 4 samples
of
textiles, which are as different from each other as possible. In your group
you should have 12 different pieces of fabric.
2. Carefully cut
a piece 4cms X 8cms from each sample.
3. Staple the samples
into the four boxes below and label them as Samples 1, 2, 3, 4.
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4. Describe each sample using some of the following words: Light, heavy, thick, woolly, silky, lacy, scratchy, crisp, limp, fluffy, stretchy etc. You can get more help from the Textiles word bank, which is attached.
Sample 1 _________________________________________________________________________________________
Sample 2 _________________________________________________________________________________________
Sample 3
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Sample 4
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5. Examine one of your samples in detail and look at how it is put together – Construction. Fill in the details below.
Sample No.
Woven /Knitted/ Bonded
Are all the threads the
same? Yes/ No
Does it have a Nap like
velvet or cord? Yes /No
Untwist a thread and separate
out one or two fibres. Are they:
Long or Short
Sellotape them to this
sheet.
What else can you say about
the sample?
6. Look carefully
at each of your samples and state:
(a) what would it
be best used for (suitable for) ______________________________
(b) what would it be unsuitable for. _______________________________________
Sample 1
Suitable______________________________________________________________
Unsuitable____________________________________________________________
Sample 2
Suitable______________________________________________________________
Unsuitable____________________________________________________________
Sample 3
Suitable______________________________________________________________
Unsuitable____________________________________________________________
Sample 4
Suitable______________________________________________________________
Unsuitable____________________________________________________________
7. Bring in any garment
or household item which has a fabric identification label, E.g. Tea towel,
Pillowcase, Apron, Cushion cover, Blouse, T-shirt etc….
Name the item and the fabric
from which it is made _________________________
Describe the fabric using terms from the word bank.____________________________________________________________________________________
State why you think it is suitable/unsuitable for its purpose / end use. _________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
Could any of the samples
you investigated earlier be used for this function? Yes/ No
If yes which ones and why?
________________________________________________________________________________________
| Term/Word/Characteristics | Meaning |
| Absorbent | Soaks up moisture relatively easily |
| Aesthetic qualities | What it looks like/pleasing/displeasing to the eye |
| Attractive | Nice to look at/pretty/pleasing to the eye |
| Clingy | Attaches to/adheres to the body |
| Colourfastness | Dyed fabrics resistance to colour running and/or fading |
| Comfortable | Snug/ easy to wear |
| Cool | Light in weight and suitable for activity wear – does not cause perspiration. |
| Crisp | Stiff finishes, sharp creases, and smooth surface |
| Crease resistance | Does not wrinkle easily |
| Durable | Long lasting/sturdy/hardy/well made |
| Feel | Examine by touch – describe the characteristics |
| Finished well | Secure seaming/presented well/ironed neatly |
| Flame resistant | Fabric burns very slowly |
| Flammable | The fabric or item burns easily |
| Functional | Performs a specifically desired function/job |
| Handle | The feel of the fabric when touched e.g. crisp, dry, silky. Also refers to level of control when working with the fabric |
| Heavy | Weight of the fabric feels relatively heavy. |
| Insulating | Prevents heat loss from the body/keeps warm |
| Lacy | Light delicate fabric with lots of decoration/trimming |
| Light | Feels relatively light for the size of the piece of fabric. |
| Rough | Abrasive to touch, not smooth |
| Silky | Luxurious and soft to touch |
| Soft | Not hard to touch |
| Smooth | Surface/texture not rough or coarse |
| Specifications | Detailed description of the desired end product |
| Stain resistance | Does not stain easily |
| Stretchy | Elastic properties in the fabric – can extend. |
| Thick | Fabric is constructed of dense/compact yarn |
| Warm | Feels comfortable in cooler weather |
| Washability | Is not affected by frequent washing without damage |
| Waterproof | Does not allow water through to the other side. |
| Water repellent | Finish, which helps shed water but air permeable |
| Well made | Constructed carefully/secure stitching/ |
| Windproof | Keeps the wind out |
| Woolly | Fuzzy, fleecy yarn. |