Fibers and Textiles

Natural fibres, Blended and mixed fibres, Woven and non-woven fabrics and Knitted textiles are all textile categories.

Which category is missing?

• Polyester Fibres

• Silk Fibres

• Synthetic Fibres

• Woven Textiles

Which fibre category would Silk be placed into?

• Synthetic Fibres

• Natural Fibres

Silk and Cotton are both natural fibres, name one other.

Which of the following statements about Felt is false?

• Felt is a dense, non-woven fabric

• Felt is usually made of wool, but when mixed with synthetics it becomes more resilient

• Felt is made with a warp and weft.

• Felt can be shaped and formed using heat and moisture.

Which af the following are correct?

Woven textiles

• Are Hard wearing

• Won't fray when cut

• Are available in a variety of weights

• Are Breathable

Which of the following are correct?

Knitted textiles

• Are stretchy and absorbent

• Unravel easiy

• Can lose shape easily without added Lycra®

• Wont shrink

Which of the following are correct?

Non-woven or bonded textiles

• Do not fray

• Lack strength

• Are difficult to shape or mould

• Can be created with specific properties e.g. waterproof.

Sterile garments used by doctors and nurses are made from Non-woven textiles.

• True

• False