Textile Trends and Choices @clemono2/unsplash.org

Learning Outcomes 3.8 Discuss the influences of trends and choices on textile and clothing, including ethical and ecological considerations. @RG104/creativecommons.org

What will I learn Uses of textiles in the home. The importance of fire safety in textiles. Properties and functions of textiles used in soft furnishings. Considerations when choosing household textiles. What is meant by fashion, fashion trends and fashion fads. Functions of clothing and factors that influence clothing choices. @RG104/creativecommons.org

Key Skills Managing Information and thinking- thinking creatively and critically about textile choices. @frankes/creativecommons.og Working with others- contributing to making the world a better place by choosing sustainable textiles @mazeo/creativecommons.org Managing Myself- developing the skills needed to be a discerning consumer. @rejon/creativecommons.org

Key Words Textiles Fashion Fads Fashion Trends Couturiers Synthetic

Household Textiles Examples Examples Draught Excluders Tablecloths Hand & bath towels Carpets and rugs Blankets Pillows Curtains & blinds Kitchen cloths Oven gloves Upholstered furniture i.e. sofas Sheets Upholstery - outer covering of fabric and textiles on sofas/other furniture and the filling inside @algotruneman/creativecommons.org

Fire safety measures for upholstered fabrics @netalloy/creativecommns..org Many textiles used are flammable- means they bun quickly and easily. Fire safety laws apply to textiles used in furniture to reduce the risk of fires i.e. sofas Fire safety measures for upholstered fabrics Flame retardant finishes on the outer covering fabric, so it doesn’t catch fire. An inter-liner between the covering fabric and foam filling that helps prevent the foam from catching fire. Fire retardant foam that does not give off toxic fumes when it catches fire.

Properties of Textiles @intergrapher/creativecommons.org Properties/characteristics relate to How it looks & feels How it reacts to Heat & H20 How much wear & tear it can withstand Cool Smooth Fire resistant Warm Stretchy Crease resistant Absorbent Light Strong Rough Heavy Elastic Sustainable

Soft Furnishings are items made from textiles that add the finishing touches to a room i.e. cushions, curtains, rugs @anarres/creativecommons.org @liftarn/creativecommons.org

Functions of Soft Furnishings Make a room more interesting by introducing colour, pattern & texture Let us express our personal taste in interior design Functions of Soft Furnishings Give character and style to a room Add warmth and comfort to a home

Considerations for choosing household textiles Ecological impact Function- suitable for purpose Considerations for choosing household textiles How ethical is the textile production Cost Durability Colour, pattern & style Ease of cleaning

Classification of Fibres @glotch/creativecommons.org Natural Manmade Animal Wool Silk Plant Cotton Linen Nylon Polyester Viscose Acrylic Blend- mixture of fibres i.e. polyester cotton- gives the fabric extra properties & reduce the cost.

Natural Fibres Fibre Properties Uses of household textiles Clothing Cotton Cool Absorbent Strong Easy to wash & dry Towels Upholstery Curtains Sheets, pillow cases Shirts Dresses Jeans Socks Wool Warm Soft Irritates the skin Durable Damaged by washing at high temperatures. Blankets Carpets Rugs Scarves Jumpers Suits

Man-made Fibres Fibre Properties Uses of household textiles Clothing Polyester Durable Quick Drying Light-weight Sheets Duvet covers Cushions Jackets Shirts Dresses Acrylic Soft and warm Easy to wash and dry Carpets and rugs Upholstery Blankets Jumpers Socks

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