Materials are chosen based on factors including working properties, aesthetics, environmental impact, function, manufacturing processes etc. It is important to choose a material fit for purpose.
Quality control checks are shown as what shape on a flowchart?
Diamonds
Ovals
Rectangles
What are pinking shears used for?
Melting through fabric
Stopping edges fraying
Punching a shape through fabric
How would a striped pattern be applied to fabric commercially?
Block printing
Screen printing
Roller printing
Swimwear is an example of what scale of production?
Mass
Batch
One-off
How is the thickness of tights measured?
Ply
Denier
Width
What components are used to strengthen shoelace holes?
Buckles
Press studs
Eyelets
Which force can squash and flatten fabric?
Compression
Torsion
Tension
Which force is used to rip a fabric?
Shear
Which fabric is made from the flax plant?
Cotton
Linen
Bamboo
Which component features metal or plastic teeth?
Hook and eye
Button
Zip