Textiles
Textiles can be made from many materials. Below are the 4 main sources; animal, plant, mineral and synthetic. Textiles are made in various strengths and degrees of durability.
We believe it is important to know your fibers before designing as the properties of each textile differs and hence the aesthetics of the final garment changes.
After having a read of the 4 main sources you will have a better understanding of what textile/fabric you would like to use for your chosen design. Feel free to contact us if you have any inquiries.
We believe it is important to know your fibers before designing as the properties of each textile differs and hence the aesthetics of the final garment changes.
After having a read of the 4 main sources you will have a better understanding of what textile/fabric you would like to use for your chosen design. Feel free to contact us if you have any inquiries.
Animal Textiles
Wool and fur are mainly used to make viable winter jackets. Skin, such as suede and leather, is known to be more fashionable than regular fabrics. This is due to the high quality as well as the unique sewing applications used in order to construct the garment.
Silk comes in various weights and is known for its prized softness. It is spun from the fibres of the cocoon of the Chinese silkworm. Many elegant ball gowns, evening dresses, bridal wear and even high-end nightwear are made from silk. It is known for its softness, elegance and high cost.
- Wool
- Fur
- Silk
- Skin
- Hair
Wool and fur are mainly used to make viable winter jackets. Skin, such as suede and leather, is known to be more fashionable than regular fabrics. This is due to the high quality as well as the unique sewing applications used in order to construct the garment.
Silk comes in various weights and is known for its prized softness. It is spun from the fibres of the cocoon of the Chinese silkworm. Many elegant ball gowns, evening dresses, bridal wear and even high-end nightwear are made from silk. It is known for its softness, elegance and high cost.
Plant Textiles
While cotton and bamboo are used in clothing, acetate is used to increase the shininess of certain fabrics such as velvets, silks and taffetas. Cotton and bamboo are known to be good for small children, mainly toddlers because it is non allergenic. Cotton is perfect for babies who suffer from asthma because unlike other materials, it does not release small particulate matter that can trigger an attack.
- Cotton
- Bamboo
- Acetate
While cotton and bamboo are used in clothing, acetate is used to increase the shininess of certain fabrics such as velvets, silks and taffetas. Cotton and bamboo are known to be good for small children, mainly toddlers because it is non allergenic. Cotton is perfect for babies who suffer from asthma because unlike other materials, it does not release small particulate matter that can trigger an attack.
Synthetic Textiles
All synthetic textiles are primarily used in the production of clothing.
Polyester is used in all types of clothing, either alone or blended with other fibres. It is the most common fibre today to be used in all types of clothing.
Acrylic is a fibre used to imitate wools, including cashmere, and is often used in replacement of them.
Nylon is used to imitate silk; it is used in the production of pantyhose.
Spandex (Lycra) is a polyurethane product that can be made tight-fitting without impeding movement. It is used to make active-wear, lingerie and swimsuits.
Lurex is a metallic fibre used in clothing embellishment.
Nylon is a fibre used to imitate silk; it is used in the production of pantyhose. Thicker nylon fibres are used in rope and outdoor clothing.
Spandex (Lycra) is a polyurethane product that can be made tight-fitting without impeding movement. It is used to make active-wear, lingerie, and swimsuits.
- Polyester
- Acrylic
- Lurex
- Spandex/Lycra
- Nylon
All synthetic textiles are primarily used in the production of clothing.
Polyester is used in all types of clothing, either alone or blended with other fibres. It is the most common fibre today to be used in all types of clothing.
Acrylic is a fibre used to imitate wools, including cashmere, and is often used in replacement of them.
Nylon is used to imitate silk; it is used in the production of pantyhose.
Spandex (Lycra) is a polyurethane product that can be made tight-fitting without impeding movement. It is used to make active-wear, lingerie and swimsuits.
Lurex is a metallic fibre used in clothing embellishment.
Nylon is a fibre used to imitate silk; it is used in the production of pantyhose. Thicker nylon fibres are used in rope and outdoor clothing.
Spandex (Lycra) is a polyurethane product that can be made tight-fitting without impeding movement. It is used to make active-wear, lingerie, and swimsuits.
Mineral Textiles
Glass fibre is used in the production of spacesuits, ironing boards, mattress covers, ropes and cables. It is a reinforcement fibre for composite materials, insect netting, flame retardant and protective fabric, soundproof, fireproof, and insulating fibres.
Metal fibre, metal foil, and metal wire have a variety of uses, including the production of cloth-of-gold and jewelry.
- Glass Fibre
- Metal Fibre
Glass fibre is used in the production of spacesuits, ironing boards, mattress covers, ropes and cables. It is a reinforcement fibre for composite materials, insect netting, flame retardant and protective fabric, soundproof, fireproof, and insulating fibres.
Metal fibre, metal foil, and metal wire have a variety of uses, including the production of cloth-of-gold and jewelry.