FABRIC STUDY AND ITS APPLICATIONS (PRACTICAL)

Paper Code: 
FSD 226
Credits: 
6
Contact Hours: 
90.00
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 

This course will enable the students to -

  1. To understand the hand, feel, structure – woven and knits –its properties and usage of different fabrics in fashion.
  2. Making a swatch collection of types of fabrics and dye shade card.
  3. To source the right trim for the right fabrics from the market.
  4. To assess the quality and suitability of fabrics.

Course Outcomes (COs):

Courses

Learning outcomes

(at course level)

Learning and teaching strategies

Assessment Strategies

Paper Code

Paper Title

FSD 226

 

 

 
Fabric Study and Its Applications 

(Practical)

 

 

The students will be able to –

CO 50 Assess the hand, feel, structure, properties and usage of different fabrics

CO 51 Explain the techniques of dyeing and embroidery

CO 52 Master skill for conducting market survey for different types of trims

CO 53 Source the right trim for the right fabrics

CO 54 Examine the properties and performance of various fabrics

Approach in teaching: Demonstrations and discussion. These are complemented by preparation activities including online readings and videos,

 

Learning Activities for the students : Self-learning assignments, independent research and practical activities.

 

Assessment task will include Class test, Semester end examinations, student’s presentations and assignments.

Assessment strategies require students to present work in progress for weekly feedback and constructive criticism

 

 

Unit I: 
Course Content:

I: Exploration and identification of the following fibre/fabrics through physical, microscopic, chemical testing:                                   20 hrs                                                                                                                                                                         

  • Cotton
  • Silk
  • Woolen
  • Synthetic

II: Analysing Fabric Samples for the following:                                                       20 hrs

Yarn twist, Thread count, GSM Thickness, stiffness test, Drapability, color Matching, Color-fastness to washing, ironing, crocking, sunlight and perspiration, Dimensional stability, Pilling, Moisture regain and content, Tearing test, Tensile test, Bursting test, Flammability, Air permeability and Crease recovery.

III: Weave identification & sample preparation on loom (basic weaves) 

                                                                                                              20 hrs

  • Demonstration of Arah Weave and Arah Drape software.

IV: Preparation of scrap book for fabrics and accessories:                                                                                                                                            10 hrs

  • Collection of various fabric construction techniques felting, knitting, weaving and braiding.                                           
  • Understanding the characteristics, uses, collection and market survey of the following accessories:                        
  • Support Materials: Interfacing, Lining, Interlining
  • Support Devices: Shoulder pad, Sleeve headers and Collar stays
  • Closures: Zippers, Buttons, Button holes, Hooks ‘n’ Eye, Press ’n’ Studs, Buckles, Belts
  • Trims: Ribbons, Laces and Braids

V:  Preparation of shade card using following class of dyes.         20hrs

  • Direct, acid, basic, disperse and natural dyeing

 

Essential Readings: 
  • Corbman, B.P., (1983). Textiles: Fibre to Fabric, (6th edition). McGraw-Hill.
  • Amutha, K. (2016). A Practical Guide to Textile Testing, (1st edition). Woodhead Publishing India Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi.
  • Mehta, V.P. (1992). An introduction to Quality Control for the Apparel Industry, Marcel Dekker, New York.
  • Penelope, C., (1996). The Complete Book of Sewing- A Practical Step by Step Guide to Sewing Techniques, ADK Publications Book, New York.
  • Hallet.C.& Johnston.A., (2010). Fabric for Fashion- a Comprehensive Guide to Natural fibres. Laurence King Publishing Ltd., London.
  • Hallet. C. & Johnston.A., (2010). Fabric for Fashion-The swatch book, Laurence King Publishing Ltd., London.
  • Tholia, A. (2011). Understanding fabrics, A Practical Approach, (2nd edition). SARV International, Jaipur.
  • Humphries, (2000). Fabric Reference (II Edition), Prentice Hall International, New York.
  • Janace, E.B., (2012). Apparel Production Terms & Processes, Fairchild Book, USA.
  • Arah Weave Software Manual.

 

 

Academic Year: 
2020-21
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