Fabric Science, 8/e (book)
Joseph J. Pizzuto; revised by Arthur Price, Allen C. Cohen, and Ingrid Johnson, all of Fashion Institute of Technology
©2004 Fairchild, 196 pages, Softcover
#FB-1-56367-417-3, Price $78
This best-selling introductory text is designed for students and professionals who need a solid understanding of basic textiles. In addition to describing the fundamentals, the authors cover the increasing emphasis on textiles as a major international industry. This revised edition addresses the variety of career opportunities in the design, production, marketing, and merchandising of textiles, apparel, and home products associated with the world of textiles. We recommend our swatch set, The Textile Kit, which correlates well with this textbook.
Contents:
The Textile Industry Fiber Characteristics Natural and Manufactured Fibers Yarns and Sewing Threads Woven Fabrics Knitted Fabrics Other Types of Textiles Textile Dyeing Textile Printing Textile Finishing Care and Renovation of Textiles Textiles for Interiors High-Tech Fabrics Determining Fabric Quality A Guide to Fabric Selection Textile Laws and Regulations
Text Features:
Discusses the major technological advances in fabrications to meet explicit performance requirements, in a chapter called High-Tech Fabrics. Examines the shift of textile production from industrial to developing countries, and the redefinition of the role of the United States in international production. Expands coverage of international trade, import quotas, and customs regulations, as well as fabric specifications for quality assurance. Updates analysis of fabrics, tables, and procedures for converting to and from textile metric measurements and for textile performance testing to meet the impact of international textile practices and procedures. Includes Study Questions and Assignments to reinforce the text and classroom lectures. Underscores the industry-oriented focus of the text with the ring-binder format for inserting new information as it becomes available.
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