1. Textile Trends and Choices
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2. Learning Outcomes
3.8 Discuss the influences of trends and choices on textile and clothing, including ethical and ecological considerations.
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3. 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.
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4. Key Skills
Managing Information and thinking- thinking creatively and critically about textile choices.
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Working with others- contributing to making the world a better place by choosing sustainable textiles
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Managing Myself- developing the skills needed to be a discerning consumer.
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5. Key Words
Textiles
Fashion Fads
Fashion Trends
Couturiers
Synthetic

6. 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
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7. Fire safety measures for upholstered fabrics
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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.

8. Properties of Textiles
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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

9. Soft Furnishings
are items made from textiles that add the finishing touches to a room i.e. cushions, curtains, rugs
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10. 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

11. 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

12. Classification of Fibres
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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.

13. 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

14. 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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