THE SOUL OF FASHION

fabric

fabrics

Fabrics are the underlyi

ng building blocks

for fashion

Fabric swatches

Fabrics material; fibers

Fabrics made from natural

fibers

Fabrics made from

synthetic / manmade

fibers

Blended fabrics

Fabrics structure

Woven fabric,

Example, chiffon, silk.

Non- woven fabric, Example , leather.

Knitting fabrics , Example, wool, acrylic.

Fabrics types

Woven fabrics Non-woven fabrics Knitting fabrics Silky fabrics Shiny fabrics Gauzy fabrics Needlepoint fabrics Daily use fabrics

Woven fabrics

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Non woven fabricsleather

Knitting fabrics

The common fabrics names

Lace & web like & tulleneedlepoint

Chiffon & gauze & organza

Shiny fabricstaffeta & satin & lame

Silky fabricssilk & charmeuse & crape

Corduroy & velvet & velveteen

Daily use fabricslinen & cotton & denim

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Acrylic

Boucle

Lycra spandex

Stylish fabrics

Tiger

Zebra

Snake

Leopard

argyle

plaid

stripe

Batik

Fabrics

Characteristics ofSome fabrics

Cotton

Cotton is soft, easy to take care of, doesn’t cost a lot, and durable. It is used mostly in everyday clothesCotton has the ability to have moisture pass through it or “breathe”.

Linen

Wrinkled easily durability colors do not fade after washing breathable

Polyester

Polyester is mixed usually with cotton and other fabrics . It is machine washable, durable, and retains its appearance after stretching. Polyester doesn’t absorb moisture well or “breathe” well

Silk

Silk is known for its smooth appearance and a luxurious handSilk is good for both summer and winter activities. It absorbs moisture for active sports and the summer and retains heat well for the winter.

rayon

Rayon has many of the same qualities as cotton. Because rayon has more of a luster and shouldn’t be washed as frequently as cotton, it would be best to have it as a “high fashion” clothes such as nicer shirts and pants.absorbs moisture, but doesn’t keep people warm, usually mixed with other fabrics,

Wool

Wool is porous and is water resistant; it is great for winter gear

Wool is superb at retaining heat.

Spandex

Spandex is used in many hosiery, support garments, and clothes to help modify the body to look leaner. Spandex is often used in sport garments for its resistance to oil & perspiration characteristics.

Quiz time

1- Batik is an art form which involves........A-GlueB-ClayC-Hot Wax

2- Which of these is a manufactured fibre

A-CottonB-NylonC-Silk

4-....... are the raw materials for all fabrics.A-RibbonsB-FibresC-Wood Pulp

5- what are the main types of fabric structure?

6- what are some characteristics of cotton?

7- name the fabric that jeans are made from?

9- is linen suitable for daily use, give some characteristics of linen?

Name this fabric style?

Name this fabric style?

Name this fabric style?

Finally, after reading the booklet attached, write a shorten article about ( cotton,

silk, rayon)