Characteristics and performance (unit 2)

Question 1

What are performance criteria in a textile item?

Answer 1

A set of standards used to judge whether the textile item is sutable for it’s end use.

Question 2

Why are performance criteria used?

Answer 2

To see if the item meets it requirements and is sutable for it’s end use.

Question 3

What are design features of textile items?

Answer 3

Parts or elements of design wich make up the textile item function for it’s intended use.

Question 4

Pleats

Answer 4

Create volume and shape and asthetic in a textile item.

Question 5

Pockets

Answer 5

Hold items are create asthetic.

Question 6

Neckline

Answer 6

The Top edge of the garment that can emphasise or de-emphasise different parts of the body.

Question 7

Collar

Answer 7

provides a decorative feature and a focal point.

Question 8

Darts

Answer 8

to ‘take in’ a garment and provide shape

Question 9

What are Notions?

Answer 9

items other than fabric that are required to finish a textile project

Question 10

What are some examples of notions?

Answer 10

Lace, Buttons, Ribbon, velcro, zippers, string, clips.

Question 11

What are some properties of fibres, yarns an fabrics?

Answer 11

Lustre, drape, handle, abrasion resistance, tensile strength, absorbency, resilience, dimensional stablility, elastisity and thermal properties.