End Tern Assessment

Assignment III

IDM - Textile Manufacturing &

Sourcing

Submitted by - Aasawari Agrawal

Roll no. - MFM/21/N982
Identify and collect the visuals of the following fabrics (Any 10) from
internet and make digital document with quality specifications.

Fabric name -Velvet

Fabric also known as - Velveto, velveteen
Fabric composition - Multi-layered fabric with dense piles that are soft to the
touch
Fabric possible thread count variations - The threads in velvet fabric are always
bunched closely together
Fabric breathability - High
Moisture-wicking abilities - Medium
Heat retention abilities - Medium
Stretchability (give) - Low
Prone to pilling/bubbling - Low
Country where fabric was first produced - Unknown; most likely East Asia
Biggest exporting/producing country today - Varies depending on the fabric that is
used to make velvet
Recommended washing temperatures - Hand wash or cold
Commonly used in - Upholstery, wall hangings, dresses, eveningwear, formal
robes, dresses, bedding, hats
 Name - Satin
Composition - Silk
Characteristics - Shiny front, Beautiful drape, Durable, Wrinkle
resistant
Price per meter - Rs 350
Uses - Dresses, Upholstery, Sarees, Bed sheets, Footwear
Fashion accessories, Home decor, Sarong
Fabric name - Chambray
Fabric also known as - Cambric, batiste
Fabric composition - Cotton
Fabric possible thread count variations - 50-500
Fabric breathability - Very breathable
Moisture-wicking abilities - High
Heat retention abilities - Medium
Stretchability (give) - Low
Prone to pilling/bubbling - Low
Country where fabric was first produced - France
Biggest exporting/producing country today - China
Recommended washing temperatures - Hot or warm
Commonly used in - Shirts, shorts, skirts, dresses, pants, shoe tops
Fabric name - Chiffon
Fabric composition - Silk, cotton, nylon, polyester, or rayon
Fabric breathability - High
Moisture-wicking abilities - Medium
Heat retention abilities - Low
Stretchability (give) - Medium
Prone to pilling/bubbling- Low
Country where fabric was first produced- France
Biggest exporting/producing country today- China
Recommended washing temperatures- Hand wash cold or dry clean
 Name - Poplin
Compostion - Polyblend
Characteristics - Soft Handle, Good Drape, Dries Slowly, Lightweight
Strong, Wrinkle resistant
Price per meter - Rs 90
Uses - shirts, pajamas, women's wear, and sportswear
 Name - Georgette
Composition - Pure silk
Characteristics - Lightweight and breathable, Crinkled, Sheer, nice
drape, slight stretch
Price per meter - Rs 600 - 700
Uses - Dresses, gowns, Sarees, Home decor
Fabric name - Organdy
Fabric also known as - Swiss organdy
Fabric composition Plain - weave cotton fibers
Fabric possible thread count variations -100-300
Fabric breathability - High
Moisture-wicking abilities - Medium
Heat retention abilities - Low
Stretchability (give) - Low
Prone to pilling/bubbling - Low
Country where fabric was first produced - Switzerland
Biggest exporting/producing country today - China
Recommended washing temperatures - Hand wash, dry clean, or machine was
cold
Commonly used in - Evening wear, dresses, baby clothing, children’s clothing,
collars, cuffs, aprons, apparel lining, curtains
Fabric name - Crepe
Fabric also known as - Crape, crepon, crespe, crisp
Fabric composition - Wool, silk, or synthetic materials
Fabric possible thread count variations - Varies depending on the base material
Fabric breathability - Crepe made with organic materials has higher breathability
than synthetic crepe
Moisture-wicking abilities - Generally high
Heat retention abilities - Low
Stretchability (give) - High
Prone to pilling/bubbling - Low
Country where fabric was first produced - Various ancient cultures
Biggest exporting/producing country today - Depends on the type of fabric used
Recommended washing temperatures - Cold or hand wash
Commonly used in - Scarves, shawls, wraps, dresses, eveningwear, hats, mourn-
ing wear, high fashion, curtains
Fabric name - Twill
Fabric composition - Organic or synthetic fabric fibers
Fabric possible thread count variations - 100-500
Fabric breathability - Medium
Moisture-wicking abilities - Depends on the type of fabric fiber used
Heat retention abilities - Medium
Stretch ability (give) - Low
Prone to pilling/bubbling - Depends on the type of fabric fiber used
Country where fabric was first produced - Various countries; the term "twill"
originates from Old English
Biggest exporting/producing country today - China
Recommended washing temperatures - Depends on the type of fabric fiber used
Commonly used in - Jeans, slacks, shirts, bedding
 Name - Seer - sucker
Compostion - 55% Poly 45% Cotton
Characteristics - Slight, durable, and incredibly breathable
Price per meter - Rs 135 per meter
Uses - suits, dresses, shorts, and shirts, even robes
Match the following:

1. Denier - Direct count

2. Open End Yar - Wrap Structure

3. 90 denier is..... than 120 denier yarn - Finer yarn

4. Compact Yarn - Less Hairiness

5. 80 S is..... than 100 s yarn - Coarser yarn

Name a coloration process (dye stage or print type) that would be

appropriate for these products(any five):

1. 100% cotton chambray formal work shirt - Antiseptic finishes

2. Irregular or fuzzy plaid gingham - Antiseptic finishes

3. Floral pattern 100% rayon faille dress - Aesthetic Finishes: Calendering

4. Cartoon print on 100% polyester quilt for child’s bed - Chemical Finishes:
Softener

5. 100% wool tweed upholstery - Stain repellent

For the end uses and products below, identify the processes/ finishes that
would enhance product performance (any five).

1. All cotton intimate apparels - yarn dyed

2. Cotton/polyester gabardine formal pant - yarn dyed

3. Soft Lusture with softer hand feel on cotton and polyester/ cotton sateen for
apparel use - Printing: Digital print

4. All cotton bed linens - Printing: Digital print, patchwork

5. 65/35 polyester/cotton uniform for fast food worker - Dyeing: fibre-dyed

Thank You!