Fabrication Quiz
Fabric represents how much of the cost of the garment?
50-80%
Which of the following is NOT true about nanoparticles? - Nanoparticles are applied in solution to fibers, yarns, or finished textiles by spraying, dipping, soaking, or printing. - Nanoparticles neither wash out nor do they affect the breathability or hand of the fabric. - Nanoparticles can impart resistance to wrinkles, stains, soil, water, bacteria, and ultraviolet light - A nanoparticle is so small that more than 15 would fit across the diameter of one strand of your hair.
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Often, retailers do not pay for sample yardage; the manufacturer is required to make all purchases of the fabric. Why?
Because when the manufacturer owns the fabric, they are more careful about using the fabric wisely.
Once a product developer purchases a print fabric design, the copyright: a- Is purchased with the print and the design can be modified b- Is registered with the Department of Commerce c- Is automatic to original design work when it is first in tangible form d- Both a and c
Both a and c: a- Is purchased with the print and the design can be modified c- Is automatic to original design work when it is first in tangible form
T or F: Textile construction can be designed to keep the body warm, but not cool.
False
T or F: The solvents used to make the inks used in textile printing fluid and quick-drying, such as toluene, are mildly irritating to the skin and eyes, but are considered basically harmless.
False
T or F: Today patterns for weaving, knitting, and printing are developed by painting images on paper with traditional art media, including gouache, watercolor, acrylic, markers, or pastels.
False
A good recommendation for large print pattern usage is:
Placement of large motifs should be carefully planned
T or F: Early commitment to an exclusive textile or trim will often require a minimum order, so bigger companies have the competitive advantage over smaller ones.
True
T or F: Even though the retailer may not directly pay for sample yardage, the retailer still pays through the cost of the garment.
True
T or F: Fabrication is the process of selecting fabrics for garments in a seasonal line.
True
T or F: In general, bottom weight fabrics are 6oz./sq.yd. and over.
True
T or F: Polyester consumes twice the energy needed to make the same amount of fiber, but it uses much less energy throughout the life cycle of the finished fabric/garment.
True
T or F: Print patterns should be scaled to the wearer's body.
True
T or F: Sample yardage is the fabric needed for design exploration.
True
T or F: The focus of many product developers has shifted from marketing organic or sustainable fibers to improvement in the supply chain (reducing chemicals, water and electricity usage).
True
T or F: Turnaround time is longer for textiles that are made to the developer's specification. Buying off-the-card reduces the turnaround time, but also reduces exclusivity.
True
T or F: Weight has become a focus of research as competitive athletes such as bicyclists and swimmers seek to shed every ounce of weight that might impede their performance.
True
Creating a fabric story involves:
chosing textiles for the season or a group
Yarn-dyed fabrics are planned first because:
they are basic products.
