Q1: Different Weaves advantages disadvantages

Question 1

Plain weave

Advantages

Answer 1

Simplest and least expensive weave type.

More snag resistant

Question 2

Plain weave

Disadvantages

Answer 2

Wrinkle more.

Lower tear strength.

Question 3

Twill

Advantages

Answer 3

Strong, durable cloth. 
More wrinkle resistant
More resistant to soiling and showing soiling.
Heavier
More pliable drape and hand.

Question 4

Twill

Disadvantages

Answer 4

More expensive than plain weave.

More prone to ravelling.

Question 5

Satin

Advantages

Answer 5

Shiny and smooth appearance.

Easily slip over fabric.

Question 6

Satin

Disadvantages

Answer 6

Less durable than plain or twill weave as floats easily snag.

Question 7

Plain weave def

Answer 7

Plain weave:
The simplest of the three basic weaves, in which each filling yarn passes successively
over and under each single warp yarn in alternating rows

Muslin, cheesecloth, chiffon

Question 8

Twill weave def

Answer 8

Twill weave:
One of the three basic weaves in which yarns are interlaced in such a way that they create a dominant diagonal line

Denim, Chino, Drill, tweeds

Question 9

Satin weave def

Answer 9

Satin weave:
One of the three basic weaves characterised by floats that run in the warp direction on the face in such a manner as to reflect light, producing gloss, lustre or shine

Antique satin, bridal satin, sateen, slipper satin, moleskin

Question 10

Satin

Answer 10

Warp faced fabric

Question 11

Sateen

Answer 11

Weft faced fabric

Question 12

Pile weaving

Answer 12

Pile weave:
A weave in which an additional set of warp or filling yarns is interlaced to form the pile or raised effect

Velvet, velour

Question 13

Jacquard weaving

Answer 13

Jacquard:
The original Jacquard attachment which allowed individual control of each warp yarn to permit the construction of highly complex woven designs; today the term is used to describe complex designs in both woven and knitted fabrics

Damask, brocade, brocatelle, tapestry

Question 14

Gauze or Leno weaving

Answer 14

Leno weave:
A firm open-weave fabric in which pairs of warp yarns are twisted around each other between each filling yarn

grenadine, marquisette, interlock embroidery canvas

Question 15

Dobby weaving

Answer 15

Dobby weave:
A dobby fabric made with a dobby attachment and characterised by small geometric- type designs

Birdseye, huckaback, pique

Question 16

Damask

Answer 16

Damask is a reversible fabric with a figured design on a satin-weave background, usually only in one colour. It is flatter than brocade.

Question 17

Brocade

Answer 17

Brocade has a more prominent, raised design on the front with the coloured yarns not being used carried as long floats on the back of the fabric. Brocade, unlike damask, has only one right side.