CTD 231 Lecture Notes - Lecture 7: Nonwoven Fabric, Interlining, Shoulder Pads
9 May 2017
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Findings: findings are all components in garments beyond shell fabric and trims. Closures: closures are fastenings that contribute to aesthetic appeal of garment in addition to their functional use of allowing access to the garment and adjusting fit. Often purchased by the gross (12 dozen or 144 individual pieces: zippers continuous closures developed for use in garments, buttons usually both decorative and functional. Thread: tread strong slender yarn for stitching garments. Impact on quality of finished product and durability during wear. Selected for: color, size, strength, elasticity, colorfastness, thread won"t bleed on garment, ability to form stitches during construction, types of thread: Multifilament thread: put-up: identifies type of spool or cone used. Elastics: category of fabric defined by the ability to repeatedly stretch and return to its original size, used to shape garments and hold them close to the body, type used depends on styling requirements of the garment. Labels: printed or woven attachments that provide written consumer information.
