Textile FibresTextile FibresChapter 11Chapter 11

polyester

Wool

Cotton

Silk

Fibres to TextilesPlant Animal Cotton WoolFlax SilkHempManufactured – polyester, rayon, nylon, acetate

Fibres twistedtogether

Woven or knit from yarns

Fibres

Textiles

Yarns

Fibre Characteristics

Durability

Elasticity

Abrasion Resistance

Wrinkle Resistance

Shape retention

Luster

AbsorbencyWicking

Washability

Strength

Resiliency

Staple and Filament Fibres

Wool Staple Length

- centimeters

Silk Filament Length - meters

•Most natural fibres are staple fibres●Silk is the exception

•Most manufactured fibres are filament fibres●Can be cut into staple lengths for a more natural feel

Staple fibres are rough

Filament fibres are smooth

Natural FibresSome common natural fibres:

Wool Cotton Silk Flax

Silk worms

Sheep shearingCotton plant

Flax Plant

ManufacturedFibres

Some common manufactured fibres:

●Rayon

●Acrylic

●Nylon

●Polyester

●Spandex

●Acetate