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Textiles

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ISBN-10: 0023616016

ISBN-13: 9780023616013

Edition: 7th 1993

Authors: Sara J. Kadolph

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This popular book, now in its&10th edition, considers textiles as the materials used to create apparel, furnishings, and industrial products. It approaches textiles from a product analysis approach, using professional terminology, and provides examples to illustrate key concepts. Flow charts on identifying fabric structure and naming fancy woven fabrics; other fabrication methods; and knits have been added. Also included are tables summarizing components such as fibers, yarns, fabric structure, and finishes. An expanded glossary makes it easier for readers to find pertinent information. For designers, technical designers, apparel engineers, and others in the fashion/apparel business.
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Book details

List price: $63.00
Edition: 7th
Copyright year: 1993
Publisher: Prentice Hall PTR
Binding: Hardcover
Pages: 416
Weight: 2.684
Language: English

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Table of Contents
Introduction to Textiles
Introduction
Product Development from a Textile Perspective
Fibers
Textile Fibers and Their Properties
Natural Cellulosic Fibers
Natural Protein Fibers
The Fiber Manufacturing Process
Manufactured Regenerated Fibers
Synthetic Fibers
Special-Use Fibers
Yarns
Yarn Processing
Yarn Classification
Fabrication
Basic Weaves and Fabrics
Fancy Weaves and Fabrics
Knitting and Knit Fabrics
Other Fabrication Methods
Finishing
Finishing. An Overview
Aesthetic Finishes
Special-Purpose Finishes
Dyeing and Printing
Other issues related to textiles
Care of Textile Products
Legal and Environmental Concerns
Career Exploration
Fiber Names in Other Languages
Fibers no Longer Produced in the United States
Selected Trade Names
Glossary
Index