Fabric properties

Which 2 of these fibres are natural?

• Wool

• Viscose

• Polyester

• Silk

• Acetate

Which 2 of these fibres are natural?

• Linen

• Rayon

• Nylon

• Cotton

• Acrylic

A designer wants to create a new range of clothing promoting natural fibres. She is including a vest top made from cotton. She is considering adding elastane. What is the main reason​​ you think that she would do that?

• To add interest as 100% cotton could be considered boring

• To add warmth to the vest top

• To help retain the shape

• To make it more absorbent so that it can be worn in the gym etc

Which 2 of these fibres are synthetic?

• Silk

• Rayon

• Polyester

• Nylon

• Cotton

Which 2 of these fibres are synthetic?

• Acrylic

• Wool

• Rayon

• Elastane

Part of the ASOS Holiday Collection includes a printed maxi dress made from 100% polyester. What are 3 ADVANTAGES of making the dress with this fibre?

• It will feel cool

• It will not fade easily

• It will dry quickly after being washed

• It will be strong and durable

A manufacturer is creating a range of skirts for air hostesses to wear. They are considering 100% linen for the skirts. What 2 disadvantages could there be to using this fabric?

• It is a warm fabric so might be too hot on planes

• It creases easily, so won't look smart

• It stretches easily, so would allow them to move

• It is absorbent, so it could soak up any drink spills

Which 2 of these fibres are regenerated?

• silk

• viscose

• acetate

• acrylic

How much elastane would normally be added to a cotton vest top?

• about 5%

• about 15%

• about 30%

• about 50%

A designer is planning to create outdoor jackets. 2 advantages of using synthetic fibres for these outdoor jackets is that they are...

• warm

• durable

• water resistant (low absorbancy)

• breathable