Introduction to Fashion/Textiles

Which natural fiber is comfortable and easy to launder but shrinks and wrinkles?

• Wool

• Silk

• Cotton

• Linen

What type of stitch is this?

• Backstich

• Straight or Running Stich

• Cross Stich

• Blanket Stich

Which career involves creating images of clothing for magazines, books, advertising, social media, etc.?

• Fashion Historian

• Museum Curator

• Fashion Illustrator

• Fashion Designer

Name this stitch:

• A back stitch

• Running stitch

• Chain stitch

• Blanket stitch

Which fashion career advises individuals on their personal fashion choices?

• Fashion editor

• Fashion consultant

• Fashion stylist

• Fashion designer

What does a fashion designer do?

• Model garments

• Advertise

• Create designs

• None of the above

Which fiber is very elastic and blends well with other fibers?

• Nylon

• Wool

• Polyester

• Spandex

Which type of stitch is this?

• Back Stich

• Straight/Running Stich

• Cross Stich

• Blanket Stich

How long does it commonly take for fashion trends to repeat/reoccur?

• 1-10 years

• 10-20 years

• 20-30 years

• 30-40 years

This is a fine, lustrous (shiny) fibre that comes from a cocoon spun by a worm. It is sensitive to heat, sunlight and water spots.

• Flax

• Silk

• Acrylic

• Cotton