Textiles

Textiles materials are made in three stages:

There are three types of textiles fibres

What do Synthetic and regenerated fibres have in common?

Natural fibres are usually short staple fibres. What fibre is an exception to this rule? Why is it?

Where do natural fibres come from?

Where do these come from
cotton
linen
wool
silk

What do Acrylic, Nylon and Polyester come from?

What are used in Synthetic fibre manufacturing?

Where do regenerated fibres come from?

Define: Handle

Define: Drape

Define: Poo / Good Absorbency

Define: Durable

Define: Breathable

Define: Lustrous

Define: Fibre

Define: Fabric

Define: Biodegradable

Define: Bonded

Define: Closed-loop process

Define: Blended Fibre

Define: Mixed Fibres

Define: Organic Fibres

Define: Recyled

Define: Recycled

Define: Target market

When choosing materials, why is it important that they are fit for purpose?