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Textiles

The umbrella term to describe all fibre-based materials

  • Local Fabric store, Pacific Fabrics
    • out in SODO
    • they can order materials for you :)

Cotton

  • can be short/long/extra-long staple
  • low heat to prevent shrinkage

denim - made of cotton

Linen

  • made from flaxplant
  • extremely lightweight (used for hot sleepers/warm temps)
  • durable

silk

  • polyester
    • made from petroleum (non-renewable resource)
    • prone to shrinkage like cotton
  • wool
    • merino wool comes from merino sheep
    • breathable/insulated/soft
    • antibacterial/odor-resistant, reducing need to wash
    • wicks mousture, so keeps warm without feel damp
  • nylon
    • very stretchy and flexible so used in active/swim/dance
  • hemp
  • satin
  • spandex
  • leather
    • soften over time
    • environment (sun/heat/moisture) causes fading/cracking/mold
    • leather cleaner can restore moisture
  • canvas
  • cashmere
  • viscose/bamboo/rayon
    • made from wood pulp
  • down
    • soft/breathable feathers from birds
    • washing loses fluffliness
    • avoid fabric softeners (changes texture)
  • Neoprene
    • synthetic rubber (polychloroprene)
    • front/flexible used for padding

Types of Weaves

  • Corduroy
    • generally cotten/cotten blends
  • Twill
    • diagonal line weave used for denim
    • indigo dye added to denim
  • Fleece
    • made from polyester
    • mimic/feel like wool (less expensive)
    • polar fleece - more insulated
  • Microfiber
    • finer fibers from polyester
    • cant decompose cause utlrafine
  • Percale
    • cotton or polyester used for bedding
    • extremely airy/breathable, but crisp rather than soft
    • good for hot sleepers
  • Sateen
    • softer than percale weeve and warmer
  • Ripstop
    • made from nylon for backpacks/tents

Cleaning Options

  1. Freeze clothes
    • kills bacteria and reduces odor
  2. Wash

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