1. Introduction 1.1. Background In ancient times, mankind used to stitch animal skins for clothing and shelter. Thread in the form of leafs or long fur fibres of animals after twisting and needle made of bone was used for stitching. Weaving of cloth, introduction of line, silk and cotton threads and sewing machine put the stitching to a new level. The production of garments from tailor shop to mills started with industrial revolution [1]. Fabric and thread are two major elements of an apparel. Although thread have less than 1/1000th of its weight but still it is responsible for more half of the performance of apparel.[2] Life of apparel is equal to the minimum life of its any element. Thread is used to form stitches which helps in holding …show more content…
Theory To stitch the panel of fabrics together, thread is used. Sewing thread is a twisted ply yarn, which is treated with some finishes to make its surface resistant to friction and stresses when it passes through needle hole and material.[5] Different types of threads are used depending upon our garment design, life expectancy, quality, desired strength, fabric GSM, fabric construction, stitch and seam type, stitch density, machine speed, needle size and end use.[2] Sewing threads can be classified on the basis of type of fibre to be used, thread construction and finishes applied to the surface of thread. Threads can be manufactured form natural or synthetic fibres. Natural threads include cotton, linen and silk thread. Cotton thread is of three types: soft, glace and mercerized. Soft thread receives no special treatment other than bleaching or dyeing. Glace thread have a surface coating while mercerized thread is treated with caustic soda to produce thread with high lustre. Cotton thread have good sewability, good dye take-up but low strength. Linen thread have good strength and stiffness than cotton. Silk thread have high extensibility up to 20% which is an important factor adding to the strength of silk thread. It is available both in spun and filament form.[5] Most common synthetic threads include polyester and nylon. Both threads are stronger, more resistant to abrasion, mildew and ultraviolet radiation and have less shrinkage than cotton.[2] Moreover due to their …show more content…
Soft threads have low elastic modulus, low friction, large residual strain and low rigidity while hard threads have high elastic modulus, small residual strains, high friction and rigidity. For high speed stitching, hard threads is a better option.[9] Choosing a thread for stitching should fulfil two requirements: aesthetics and function. Factors affecting aesthetics of thread are colour, lustre, fineness, hue and shade matching, colour fastness, stitch selection and uniformity of stitch formation while factors affecting performance of thread include seam strength, abrasion resistance, elasticity, chemical resistance, flammability and colour
Different chemistries and production methods of these fibers give them certain advantages. as viscose’s ability to combine with other fibers to create new fabrics easily) and disadvantages. such as nylon’s quickly weakening fibers or natural silk’s difficulty of production. other that make them more or less suitable for certain purposes. For this reason, when? considering silk and artificial silk, it is illogical to pick one fiber that is superior to the others.
When examining textile damages, two common techniques are considered i.e. macroscopically (with the naked eye) and microscopically examining the area that might have possible damages to the fabric. Also, looking at the characteristics of the area to discover whether the textile has been torn, punctured, cut etc...
The strengths of the book come from its’ accessibility. The book is easy to follow and provides readers with a great deal of information about the production of mass-manufactured clothing. As well as brings awareness to its’ many issues which we inadvertently take part in when we purchase such products. The book is well written and thoroughly researched but does have its’ share of weaknesses.
With her story, "Everyday Use," Alice Walker is saying that art should be a living, breathing part of the culture it arose from, rather than a frozen timepiece to be observed from a distance. To make this point, she uses the quilts in her story to symbolize art; and what happens to these quilts represents her theory of art.(thesis)
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A person can acquire a variety of yarns and threads that are used to make a crochet product. There are different textures and colors he may choose depending on the type of pattern or design that he will create. There are basic types of yarns that are in the market nowadays. He may find baby/fingering, worsted weight, chunky, sport/baby, and the bulky types of yarns, which are commonly used in crocheting and knitting.
If you are a crafter or you just like to learn new things. Crocheting can be a great thing to learn about and I’m going to tell you why. Let's start off with the definition of crocheting. Crochet is a needlework technique using a crochet hook plus yarn or crochet thread, but it might also be fabric, wire, twine, or other innovative material. If you ever want a nice sweater or even hats, scarfs picking up the art of crocheting might be the thing for you. In this essay I’m going to explore the health benefits as well as the creative aspects.
Many, many things that we wear, sleep on, sleep under, walk on, or utilize in wound-care, etc., contain some percentage of cotton. It is a fiber that is used everyday, by everyone, in one way or another. It has qualities that have made it a choice crop for centuries around the world. Today though, cotton is being largely displaced by synthetic fibers that have qualities that exceed the natural crop plant. These fibers can also be mass-produced and sold at relatively lower costs.
From 2005 the textile segment has been made up of 2 companies, transforming raw materials into fabrics, from spinning to finishing and ennobling. Handicraft product quality and technological research development characterize this business segment which works with internationally recognized names of the apparel and fashion industry.
Weaving is a common thread among cultures around the world. Weaving is a way of producing cloth or textile. Today we have machines that weave large-scale textiles at cheap prices. Production of cloth by hand is rarely engaged in today’s Westernized societies. Not many people are thinking about how the fibers are actually constructed to make their clothes. However, in other cultures across the world the tradition of weaving still exists. By comparing three cultures that continue weaving as a part of their tradition we can see similarities and the differences between them. The reasons that each culture still weaves vary, as do the methods and materials. The desired characteristics of the cloth also vary around the world as each culture values different aesthetics.
First of all, the fibres can classified as natural or man-made fibres. Natural fibres are those obtained from the natural resources on the environment, whereas the man-made fibres could be synthetic or regenerated fibres. Synthetic fibres are completely made from chemicals while regenerated fibres are those originally from natural resources unsuitable to be used as fibres directly, processed chemically to be changed into textile fibres. In this assignment, we will study on the general textile manufacturing processes as listed below. Then, it is hoped that the knowledge on general process could help us understand more on the industry as well to relate it with the environment.
The first thing I ever made while sewing was a baby quilt One day when I was in sewing class I accidentally ran over my finger. The needle went through my nail and entire finger but the needle was still in the machine. I did not cry I waited for my mother to finish talking with my sewing teacher and asked her if she could help me. My mom completely freaked out and she took the needle out of the machine and my figure. Then put a Band-Aid on it and went home. Everyone has their hobbies some like to shop while others may enjoy playing video games. Mine just happens to be sewing.
As retired people are enjoying their retirement life and spending their time with their children and grandchildren, they should give them a gift as a reminder to the grandchildren that they love them unconditionally. Designing clothes by their own hands is unique and creative to express their feelings to the recipient. Not only do they show love unconditionally to their grandchildren but they can design whatever they desire since most parents struggle to find cute and stylish clothing for their children at the clothing department. In addition, sewing can save a lot of money since most people are unable to purchase the outfit they want. By establishing this class, sewing class would give lots of opportunity to explore how a fabric can be transformed into something your loved ones would wear all day.
Cotton grows from cotton plants and they can be used to make food or products. It is a soft, white substance used to make fabrics, thread, and garments. Cotton is among the most common and comfortable fabric used to produce clothing. Oil can be obtained from cotton seeds. It can be crushed for oil and the remaining plant is mulched. The linters are used to make products, such as cotton balls. Approximately 30 types of bugs can destroy cotton plants. If they are not controlled, it can cause genuine harm. The
“Are quilts art? That has been a question reverberating around the quilt, craft, and art worlds for at least a century. The answer is not as simple as yes or no, and the debate concerns much more than new quilts versus old or formally trained artists versus domestic home sewers. ”(Quilts as Art). This is a question many people ask themselves, but in order to answer the question, some background information needs to be established. To start with, the word quilt comes from the Latin word, culcita, meaning a stuffed sack.