Textiles And Weaving Fashion Design Basics Of Textiles

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Comprehensive course on different types of fabrics, fabric selection, its properties, and use in Fashion Industry

Last updated 2022-01-10 | 4.2

- Fundamentals of textiles
- Fibre Classification - Types
- Processing
- Properties and Use of different materials (cotton
- silk
- jute
- etc.)
- Classification of Mineral Fibres and its use

What you'll learn

Fundamentals of textiles
Fibre Classification - Types
Processing
Properties and Use of different materials (cotton
silk
jute
etc.)
Classification of Mineral Fibres and its use
Introduction to yarn
Fundamentals of weaving

* Requirements

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Description

The Basics of Textiles course provides insights on fundamentals of textiles. It helps students get an in-depth understanding of fabric, its types, its classification, its properties, and its industrial application.

There are a variety of materials available in the market today. The use of fabrics depends on the purpose of the event. While cotton is commonly used for casual wear, glossy material is used for party wear. More often than not, it can be really difficult to choose a fabric according to the purpose of deliverables. The valuable insights in this course will guide you through the same.

The course additionally covers the fundamentals of yarn and weaving. The course sheds light on connection between the two, and how the processes are interlinked yet different.

This course will guide you to understand different fabric types, classification of materials, which properties separate one material from the other, color characteristics, and where and how are these materials used in the industry.

Beginners to intermediate to advanced professionals, being equipped with information on textiles is a must for every fashion designer, stylist, merchandiser, manager, and blogger.

This course is strategically designed to help students gain sound knowledge about the textile industry in an easy-to-understand language and engaging video content.


Who this course is for:

  • 1. Anyone Who Wants to Learn Fashion designing
  • 2. Aspiring and professional artists, students, and fashion designers, fashion stylists, fashion managers, fashion merchandisers, and fashion bloggers
  • 3. Anyone who wants knowledge about different aspects of Fashion Designing
  • 4. Enthusiasts who want to pursue a career in different domains of Fashion Design
  • 5. For all entry level to advanced Fashion Designers

Course content

1 sections • 17 lectures

Introduction and Overview Preview 01:59

For all the aspiring and professional Fashion Designers, the course is designed to empower you with various creative, practical, and technical aspects of Fashion Designing. Through this course, you will experience quality learning at its best through lifetime access and value-added resources.

Introduction to Textiles Preview 15:40

Fabric used in many products - pillow covers, blankets, bedsheets, handbags, apparels, etc. The Indian textile sector is one of the largest industries in the world. Know who are the biggest players in the textile industry and understand the basics to learn about types of fibres, its properties, and remember the process - fibre to yarn and yarns to fabrics.

Fibre Classification Preview 13:09

All textiles are made up of fibers and not all fibers can be used to make textiles. The properties of each fiber varies and thus, it impacts the textile industry accordingly. Learn about classification and origin of different fibers and its identification.



Cotton - Processing, Properties and Uses Preview 14:56

Cotton is one of the most popular and commonly used natural fibers in the world. Cotton is used in many industries and sectors globally like cosmetics, fashion, home furnishings, healthcare, hospitality, etc. Understand the in-depth processes related to manufacturing of cotton, its properties, and its use.


Linen - Processing, Properties and Uses Preview 13:21

In the modern-day fashion world, Linen is becoming one of the preferred fiber choices for many. It is one of the most commonly used fabrics in the fashion sector. Linen material has advantages and disadvantages of its own. Understand what type of material Linen is, its manufacturing process, its properties, and its common applications.


Jute - Processing, Properties and Uses Preview 14:19

Due to its properties, Jute is the second most widely used fibre next to cotton and is the most sustainable fabric. It is commonly used to make gunny bags. It is often used to make handbags, carpets, footwear, and other accessories. Know its production process and properties to get a better understanding of how you can use jute in designing.


Leaf Fibers and Its Types Preview 14:18

Have you heard about PINA and ABACA textiles? Fibre can be extracted from fruit plants as well and the fibre is obtained from the leaves of the plant or tree. Most of the leaf fibers are sustainable. Enlighten yourself with the know how of leaf fibre, its origin, popularity, sourcing, processing, properties, attributes, and its uses. Get additional insights on the same.


Wool - Processing, Properties and Uses Preview 15:00

Did you know, humans have been wearing wool since the stone age. Woolen wear became popular during the First World War. Wool is commonly used to make sweaters, socks, gloves, curtains, and other upholstery. Know about the manufacturing, processing, its properties and uses of the fabric that has been keeping humans warm since ages.


Silk - Processing, Properties and Uses Preview 14:59

Lustrous, elegant, and classy - the three words that perfectly define the silk material. This material keeps people wearing it warm in winter and cool in summer. Get some quick fact check about the fabric which is a natural thermal regulator and know which country is the largest producer and supplier of silk, its origin, processing, its uses, and precautions to prevent damage to this material.


Mineral Fibers Preview 16:43

Mineral fibers are commonly known as non-metallic and inorganic fibers. This video consists in-depth information on two types of mineral fibers - asbestos and glass fiber. While one is a natural fiber another is a man-made fiber. Watch the video to get interesting information on mineral fibers, its processing, its properties, and its applications in different industries.


Polyester and Nylon - Processing, Properties and Uses Preview 18:06

Often, when we go shopping, we have heard these terms - polyester and nylon - commonly referred to as the Synthetic Fabrics. So, what exactly is polyester and nylon, how are these two materials made, what is its manufacturing process, what are its properties, and know in which industries is it commonly used - find out for yourself in this video.


Acrylic – Manufacturing, Properties and Uses Preview 15:16

Did you know, acrylic fiber is used to make soft toys and warm fur blankets and sweaters!? Dry spinning is a technique used to produce synthetic fibers. Acrylic is another type of synthetic fiber. The video highlights manufacturing process, properties, and common use of acrylic and modacrylic fibers.


Viscose Rayon – Manufacturing, Properties and Uses Preview 17:12

Viscose is commonly referred to as Rayon. The name Viscose is derived from the way it is manufactured from the viscous organic liquid. Know about popular brands that produce apparels in viscose material. This video includes manufacturing, processing, and its area of uses with more details about viscose rayon.


Elastomeric Fibers - Types, Processing, Properties and Uses Preview 15:24

If you have ever worn or come across the term - stretchable clothes - you probably have used the product of elastomeric fibers. This video explains what elastomeric fibers are, how are they processed, their characteristics, and what is their industrial use.


Introduction to Yarn Preview 15:00

Understanding the yarn process makes the foundation of the textile industry. You must have noticed us mention, “Fibre to yarn and yarn to fabrics”. Wondering, what exactly is yarn, what is its purpose, how properties of fiber impact the yarn process, what are its types, and how to form yarns? The video covers it all.


Introduction to Basic Weaves Preview 15:33

In simple words, weaving is interlacing multiple yarns or threads together into a fabric. Weaving is an important part of the textile industry. All the varieties of cloth and clothing we use today like garments, blankets, pillow covers, curtains, etc. are a result of weaving. Watch the video to know how weaving was started, types of weaving, evolution of weaving, and loads of other interesting information about weaving.


Types of Fabrics Preview 17:12

Starting from fibre to yarn and from yarn to fabrics, let’s dive into types of fabrics. One of the greatest challenges in the fashion industry is identifying different fabrics with their names. The video provides an overview of types of fabrics and debunks a few myths.