Author(s): Sally Best

∙ Technology

Fashion and change, Culture and design- Japan and Amish, Yarn structure-yarn types, yarn twist, simple and novelty yarns, Staple spun yarns, Fabric structure- woven, knitted and non woven, Fabric types and classification- woven and knitted fabrics, Labeling of textile products, Consumer rights, Textile product costing, Pattern designing and bodice darting, Designing daywear, Corporate apparel design brief, Production control for ready-to-wear apparel, Fashion curiosities, Careers in the textiles industry.