1. Application of Textiles

2. Objectives
To compare processes for dyeing, printing and finishing used in the textile industry
To explain how finishes affect the characteristics of fabrics
To determine textile suitability for specific applications and uses

3. Tie dyeing and batik are two examples of
Methods of Dyeing
Cross Dyeing - two or more fiber types are colored by different classes of dye in the same solution
Resist Dyeing - part of the fabric is treated before to resist dye
Tie dyeing and batik are two examples of
resist dyeing
that you can do at home

4. Special Fabric Finishes
Mercerizing – used with cotton or cotton/rayon blends to improve strength and luster
Heat-setting – sets a crease or specific shape in fabric – pleats
Fulling – wool fabrics are subjected to moisture and heat to compact them
Beetling – pounding of fibers to make them soft and shiny – mainly linen

5. Can you think of more characteristics and uses?
Fiber Uses
Man Made Fibers
Could be used for..
Lustrous
Strong
Blouses
Hosiery
Lingerie
Draperies
Parachutes
Nylon
Easy to wash
Can you think of more characteristics and uses?

6. Basic Symbols Used on Care Labels
Machine
Wash
Tumble
Dry
Iron
Bleach
Dry
Dry Clean

7. Quiz
How can you tell the difference in a dyed piece of fabric and a printed piece of fabric?
List four methods of dyeing?
3. List five methods used to transfer patterns or color designs to fabric through printing?
Answers:
Dye – colors are usually the same on both sides
Printing – the side of the fabric that is printed is more distinct than the wrong side
2.Possible Answers: stock dyeing, solution dyeing, yarn dyeing, piece dyeing, cross dyeing, resist
dyeing
3.Roller printing, screen printing, transfer printing, flocking and digital color