Fashion Merchandising 1.02 Understand the basics of textile fabrics and finishes.
Essential Questions What are the characteristics, care, and uses of natural fibers for apparel? What are the characteristics, care, and uses manufactured fibers for apparel? What are the common methods of fabric construction of apparel? What are some examples of fabric finishes for apparel?
___________________Fibers Natural Fibers come from natural sources such as plants, animals, and insects. __________ fibers-Fibers from plants Protein fibers- Fibers from _____________ https://vimeo.com/77795980
manufactured fibers Manufactured fibers are created from various ______________ and chemicals through technology in ______________.
Characteristics, care, and uses of natural fibers for apparel Cellulosic fibers ______________ Flax Fur _________________ Protein fibers Silk and wool
Characteristics, care, and uses of manufactured fibers __________ Acrylic _________ Lyocell
Characteristics, care, and uses of manufactured fibers… Cont. Modacrylic __________ Polyester Spandex
Examples of Common fabric construction methods and examples of fabric finishes Waterproof:__________________________ Water- repellent_________________________________ Mildew resistant________________