Textiles

Question 1

3 types of weaves

Answer 1

Plain, satin and twill

Question 2

Plain weave form

Answer 2

One over, one under

Question 3

Satin weave form

Answer 3

3 over 1 under

Question 4

Twill weave form

Answer 4

Two over, two under, used for jeans

Question 5

Two types of knitted textiles

Answer 5

Warp and weft

Question 6

Warp knit properties and products

Answer 6

Used for products such as swimwear or underwear, made by machine only and doesn’t ladder when snagged, stretchy

Question 7

Weft knit properties and products

Answer 7

Used for products such as socks, t-shirt and jumpers, can be made by hand or machine, products tend to ladder if the yarn drops. Stretches and can retain heat

Question 8

Two types of non-woven textiles

Answer 8

Felted wool fabric and bonded fibres/webs

Question 9

Felted wool fabric properties and products

Answer 9

Made from animal hair or wool fibres matter together using moisture heat and pressure. Felt has no strength, drape or elasticity but it’s warm and doesn’t fray. Wool felt is expensive and used for hats and slippers and in handcrafts.

Question 10

Bonded fibres/webs properties and products

Answer 10

Made of webs of synthetic fibres bonded together with heat or adhesive (glue). It’s cheap to produce but not as strong as knitted or woven fabrics. Bonded fibre fabrics are mainly used for interfacing. They’re easy to sew, create resistant, don’t fray and stable when washing or dry cleaning.