FabricsApparel 2 obj. 1.02

Fabric Construction: Weaving and Knitting

Woven FabricsInterlacing 2 sets of yarns at right angles to each other

Plain WeaveSimplest of all weavesMost commonOver, under; over, under**broadcloth, gingham, poplinmuslin, and many others

Twill WeaveDiagonal weave**denim, gabardine**firm, heavy weave

Satin WeaveShiny, reflects lightSmooth and slipperyFrays a lot**lustrous appearance

Leno WeavePairs of threads crossed overLooks openFruit bags, mosquito netting

Pile WeaveRaised surfaceLoopy or furryVelvetCorduroy

KnitsWeft one yarnWarp several yarnsPurl looks the same on both sidesPurl KnitWarp KnitWeft Knit

Weft Knit**Uses one yarn**Single knit, ribbed and jersey

Double Knit2 yarns and 2 sets of needlesHeavier and sturdierDoesnt run or ravel

Ribbed KnitVertical ribs on front and backNeck and wrist bands on sweaters

Jersey KnitMost common knitPlain, single knitT-shirts

Tricot KnitVery fine vertical wales on the right sideStable knit lies flatDoesnt run or ravelLingerie, underwearVery fast to weave

Raschel KnitUses extra yarn to create a pattern

Non-wovenLeather, lace, felt, disposable fabricsHeat, moistureAdhesive, bondingYarns and layers

Non-wovenInterlocking fibersDont fray or ravelFlexibleMight tear easily

FeltingHot washing and drying woolShrinksSoft and fluffy

InterfacingVery light to very heavy and stiffPadding (quilting)Fusible or sew-in

Fabric FinishesSpecial treatments applied to improve a fabrics appearance, texture or performance

Gray GoodsBefore any color or finish is added to the product.

BleachingUsed to remove impurities in fabric to ensure a true dye.

Yarn DyedYarns are dyed before weaving or knitting.Good for plaids, checks, and stripes. **

Fiber Dyed **AKA Stock DyeingNatural fibers dyed before spun into yarnUniform color and good color fastness

Piece Dyed**Fabric dyed after weaving or knitting

Garment DyedFabric is cut and sewnEntire garment or item is dyed

Printing TechniquesColor is transferred to surface of fabric to form a pattern

RollerPrinting pres with circular rollersOne for each color

Rotary ScreenFast, inexpensive3500 yards per hourGood for large designs**

Texture and Performance FinishesImproves surface feel of fabric

Improve comfort and wear ability

NappingRaised, Fuzzy Fabric

SizingExtra body and weightAdds Starch

WeightingA textured finish applied to make the garment stiffer and heavier looking than it isAdvantage is to use a cheaper lighter weight fabric and make it appear stronger than it really is