Textiles / Edition 11

by Sara J. Kadolph, Anna L. Langford

Overview

A revered resource, Textiles, Elevnth Edition, by Sara Kadolph, provides students with a basic knowledge of textiles, how they are produced and how appropriate performance characteristics are incorporated into materials and products. Organized according to the textile production process, the text provides a solid understanding of textile components–including fibers, yarns, fabrics, and finishes. Using new full-color photos and illustrations, it examines the interrelationships among these components and their impact on product performance. This edition features coverage of new fibers, updated industry and company examples and summary tables that make this a timeless resource for any industry professional. Also discusses the new effects of sustainablity in the industry.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780135007594
Publisher:	Pearson
Publication date:	02/11/2010
Series:	Fashion Series
Pages:	600
Product dimensions:	9.20(w) x 11.00(h) x 1.10(d)

Table of Contents

Table of Contents

SECTION ONE: INTRODUCTION TO TEXTILES

1. Introduction

2. Product Development from a Textile Perspective

SECTION TWO: FIBERS

3. Textile Fibers and Their Properties

4. Natural Cellulosic Fibers

5. Natural Protein Fibers

6. The Fiber Manufacturing Process

7. Manufactured Regenerated Fibers

8. Synthetic Fibers

9. Special-Use Fibers

SECTION THREE: YARNS

10. Yarn Processing

11. Yarn Classification

SECTION FOUR: FABRICATION

12. Weaving, Basic Weaves and Fabrics

13. Fancy Weaves and Fabrics

14. Knitting and Knit Fabrics

15. Other Fabrication Methods

SECTION FIVE: FINISHING

16. Finishing: An Overview

17. Aesthetic Finishes

18. Special-Purpose Finishes

19. Dyeing and Printing

SECTION SIX: OTHER ISSUES RELATED TO TEXTILES

20. Care of Textile Products

21. Legal, Sustainability, and Environmental Issues

22. Career Exploration

APPENDIX A: FIBER NAMES IN OTHER LANGUAGES

APPENDIX B: FIBERS NO LONGER PRODUCED IN THE UNITED STATES

APPENDIX C: SELECTED TRADE NAMES

GLOSSARY

INDEX