A Guide to Textile and Clothing
A Guide to Textile and Clothing
Introduction Clothing! Without them, we’d all be running around feeling the breeze in places we don’t necessarily want to feel the breeze, right? But dress is more than just a strategic skin for our modesty. Through dress, individuals can display their cultural heritage and affiliations. Traditional garments such as the kimono, saree, or Scottish tartan[…]
When you buy your favorite dress, you must know about the fibre content of what you are buying. As fibre content is so important for your comfort. For summer, you prefer cotton, but in the winter, wool is preferable. Textile fibre is a kind of material that can be spun into yarn, and the yarn[…]
In the textile industry, ensuring the durability and longevity of fabrics is of paramount importance. One crucial aspect of fabric quality is its ability to withstand repeated washing without significant color fading or damage. To determine the fabric’s resistance to washing, various test methods are employed, collectively known as washing fastness tests. What is Washing Fastness?[…]
Fabric shrinkage is a common concern when working with textiles. It refers to the percentage of reduction in size that occurs when fabric is exposed to certain conditions, such as washing or heat. Calculating shrinkage is crucial for various industries, including fashion, upholstery, and textile manufacturing. In this article, we will explore the process of[…]
The system of methodological standards for determining the abrasion resistance of fabrics by the Martindale method is systematically introduced, and the relationship between European standards, German standards, and the American Society for Materials is pointed out. It points out that the relationship between European standards, German standards, American Materials Council standards, Chinese standards, and international[…]
Introduction A sewing machine is an essential tool for anyone who enjoys sewing or creating their own clothing. However, just like any other mechanical device, they run the risk of breaking down and becoming useless. You’ll be glad you spent the effort in the long run to figure out the most typical issues with sewing[…]
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