Textiles

Question 1

What is fibre?

Answer 1

Fibre is a fine hair like structure.

Question 2

What is yarn?

Answer 2

Yarn is a thread made from twisting fibres together.

Question 3

What is a natural fibre?

Answer 3

A fibre made from plant or animal sources

Question 4

What is a synthetic fibre?

Answer 4

A synthetic fibre is a fibre derived from petrochemicals ⛽

Question 5

What is patchwork?

Answer 5

Patchwork is a way of connecting different peices of smaller fabrics together

Question 6

What is a circular economy?

Answer 6

An economy ensuring all materials are reused recycled or repaired and do not go to landfill.

Question 7

What is a fibre blend?

Answer 7

Mixing different fibres together

Question 8

What is a textile finish?

Answer 8

Applying a finish to a textile product to make it waterproof or stain resistant

Question 9

When were the earliest examples of patchwork discovered?

Answer 9

5,000 years ago in Egyptian tombs and early China 🇨🇳

Question 10

What can patchwork be used to make?

Answer 10

Bags jackets skirts and waistcoats

Question 11

What is Matthew Williamson known for?

Answer 11

Vibrant colours,designs inspired by nature and embellishments

Question 12

What is Vivvienne Westwood known for?

Answer 12

Anti establishment corsetry.Begining punk genre

Question 13

What is Coco Chanel known for?

Answer 13

Simple design no corset.Little black dress is iconic fashion item that transcends age.

Question 14

What are some synthetic fibres?

Answer 14

Polyester(from petroleum or coal),

Polyamide (petrochemicals)

Acrylic (petroleum)

Question 15

What are some natural fibres?

Answer 15

Cotton,Linen,Silk,wool