Clothing from Animal Hair

Karissa and Marcelo are preparing for a potential economic collapse by learning to make their own clothes. They focus on using animal hair, such as dog and goat hair, which they stockpile. They face challenges in spinning these fibers due to their short length and smooth texture. To overcome this, they experiment with blending human hair, which successfully produces yarn. This knowledge ensures they can utilize animal hair for clothing if needed.

Why are Karissa and Marcelo learning to make their own clothes?

• To start a new fashion line

• To save money on clothing

• To prepare for an economic collapse

• To reduce their carbon footprint

What percentage of apparel in the U.S. is imported?

• 50%

• 75%

• 100%

• 97%

Which tribe historically used dog hair for textiles?

• Cherokee

• Navajo

• Sioux

• Apache

How much warmer is dog hair compared to wool?

• 50%

• 60%

• 80%

• 70%

What is a challenge faced when spinning goat hair?

• It is too colorful

• It is too long

• It is too smooth

• It is too coarse

Why is it difficult to weave goat and dog hair together?

• The fibers are too long

• The fibers are too short

• The fibers are too thick

• The fibers are too colorful

What alternative material is suggested to complement animal hair?

• Human hair

• Silk

• Cotton

• Synthetic fibers

What tool is used to twist fibers into yarn?

• Wheel

• Carder

• Spindle

• Loom

How long was the yarn made from human hair?

• Six feet

• Five feet

• Four feet

• Three feet

What is the main benefit of using human hair in yarn production?

• It is cheaper

• It is softer

• It is longer

• It is more colorful