Fabric Care and Maintenance

Machine Drying

• Using a dryer to dry clothes.

• Hanging clothes outside to dry.

• Using a washing machine to dry clothes.

• Ironing clothes to remove moisture.

Air Drying

• A method of drying clothes naturally without a machine.

• A technique that uses high heat to dry clothes quickly.

• A process that involves using a tumble dryer for efficiency.

• A method that requires the use of chemical agents to dry fabrics.

Synthetic Fibers

• Natural fibers like cotton and wool

• Man-made fibers (e.g., polyester, nylon, acrylic)

• Fibers derived from animal sources

• Fibers that are biodegradable

Mindful Consumption

• The practice of purchasing quality items rather than quantity.

• Buying as many items as possible regardless of quality.

• Focusing on brand names over product functionality.

• Purchasing items based solely on price.

Natural Fibers

• Fibers derived from synthetic materials (e.g., polyester, nylon).

• Fibers derived from plants or animals (e.g., cotton, wool, silk, linen).

• Fibers that are exclusively man-made (e.g., acrylic, rayon).

• Fibers that do not have any natural origin.

Blended Fabrics

• Fabrics made from a mix of natural and synthetic fibers (e.g., poly-cotton blends).

• Fabrics made entirely from natural fibers like cotton and wool.

• Fabrics that are only synthetic, such as polyester and nylon.

• Fabrics that are woven without any blending of materials.

Storage

• Techniques for keeping clothes in good condition when not in use.

• Methods for washing clothes effectively.

• Ways to fold clothes neatly.

• Tips for organizing a closet.

Stain Removal

• Techniques for removing different types of stains from fabrics.

• Methods for enhancing fabric durability.

• Ways to increase fabric color vibrancy.

• Processes for fabric recycling.

Detergent

• A cleaning agent used for washing clothes.

• A type of fabric softener.

• A chemical used for bleaching fabrics.

• A product used for ironing clothes.

Repair & Repurpose

• Strategies for fixing and reusing items instead of discarding them.

• A method of recycling materials into new products.

• A technique for creating new items from scratch.

• A process of throwing away old items responsibly.