Textiles : Concepts and Principles

ISBN-13: 9781563678448 / Angielski / Miękka / 2010 / 336 str.

Virginia Hencken Elsasser

Opis

This clear and concise book focuses on the interrelationship of textile components to help students understand and predict textile properties and performance. Intended for undergraduate programs of colleges and universities that focus on fashion merchandising, fashion design, and interior design, Textiles: Concepts and Principles provides a thorough introduction to the fundamentals of textiles.

Spis treści

Introduction to Textiles
Fibers and their Properties
Natural Fibers
Production of Manufactured Fibers
Manufactured Cellulosic Fibers
Synthetic and Special Application Fibers
Yarn Formation
Woven Fabrics and their Properties
Knit Fabrics and their Properties
Nonwoven and Other Methods of Fabric Construction
Dyeing and Printing
Finishes
Finishes
Textiles and the Environment