Featuring the most current and high-quality fashion fabrics, Swatch Reference Guide for Fashion Fabrics, Fourth Edition, is an all-in-one text and swatch book focused on the needs of fashion students. The swatch book presents fabric samples with all pertinent information regarding fabric identification on the same page, including fabric name, fiber content, yarn construction, count, coloration, weight, uses, characteristics and similarities/differences between fabrics.
The kit includes 210 unique fabric samples not found in any other swatch kit, a 100+ page textbook with activities, Quick Reference Guide tables, pre-printed mounting boards for all swatches and a 6x metal pick glass--all held in a sturdy 3-ring binder. Through the text and assembly of the swatch kit, readers will learn the inherent performance properties and construction of fibers, yarns and fabrics, and most importantly, their end use in fashion. This invaluable reference brings together a wide variety of information into one volume, enabling users to spend less time trying to connect the dots and more time applying the concepts.
New to this Edition
~ Online STUDIO features a video tutorial, chapter quizzes, flashcards and additional assignments and labs
~ Includes all new fiber and yarn samples and 210 swatches that reflect trends in the fashion industry
~ Expanded sections on sustainable and socially responsible market practices
~ In depth analysis of care issues and labels
Teaching Resources
~ Instructor's Set of Swatch Boards PDF provides reference fabric sample pages with color images of fabrics inserted on swatch pages--making it easier to check or grade correctly constructed swatch kits
~ PowerPoint slides include front, back, and 10x magnified views of all swatches from the text labeled by fabric and fiber type
~ Instructor's Guide provides sample course outlines, additional assignments, tips for overcoming common obstacles, and study contains course outlines, answer keys to quizzes and exams, and additional assignments.
~ Test Bank contains chapter quizzes with multiple exams covering both the chapter text and the swatch board information
This bundle includes Swatch Reference Guide for Fashion Fabrics, 4th Edition and Swatch Reference Guide for Fashion Fabrics STUDIO Access Card.
Rezensionen / Stimmen
The approach is good. I like the format of the swatch book. It shows both traditional swatches and fashion swatches, all fiber contents, examples are suitable for apparel use. The new edition of the swatch book would definitely be required. -- Marissa Zorola, University of North Texas, US This book's focus on fashion fabrics provides students in the Fashion School with information about material they may select from as merchants or designers. Good resource. Comprehensive and current. -- Harriet Mcleod, Kent State University, US Organized, practical, with good sized swatches and clear descriptions. -- Nancy B. Deihl, New York University, US This text is a great way to incorporate hands-on learning with actual textile examples. One of the which provides engaged learning and excitement in the classroom. -- Erica Spurgeon, University of Central Missouri, US
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Verlagsgruppe
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Zielgruppe
Für höhere Schule und Studium
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Produkt-Hinweis
Illustrationen
ISBN-13
978-1-5013-2860-2 (9781501328602)
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Schweitzer Klassifikation
Deborah Young is based at The Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising, USA.
Autor*in
Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising, USA
Preface
How to Use the Swatch Reference Guide
Acknowledgements
1. The Textile Cycle: From Fiber to Fashion
2. Fiber Classification: Natural Fibers
3. Fiber Classification: Manufactured Fibers
4. Fiber Classification: Synthetic Fibers
5. Yarn Classification
6. Plain Weaves
7. Plain-Weave Variations: Basket and Rib Weaves
8. Twill Weaves
9. Satin Weaves
10. Complex Weaves
11. Pile Weaves
12. Knit Fabrics
13. Specialty Weft Knits
14. Warp Knits
15. Minor Fabrications
16. Dyed and Printed Fabrics
17. Fabrics Defined by Finishes
Quick Reference Guide Tables
Swatch Boards
