🧵 Part 1: Fibre Types and Properties

1. Which of the following are natural fibres?

Cotton

Polyester

Wool

Silk

Nylon

2. What is the main difference between woven and knitted fabrics?

Woven fabrics use two sets of yarns at right angles; knitted fabrics use interlocking loops

Woven fabrics stretch more than knitted fabrics

Knitted fabrics are always stronger than woven fabrics

There is no difference between them

3. Complete the table by writing one advantage and one disadvantage for each fibre type:

Natural Fibres (e.g., cotton, wool)
Advantage: ________________________________

Disadvantage: _____________________________

Man-made Fibres (e.g., polyester, nylon)
Advantage: ________________________________

Disadvantage: _____________________________

4. Which property would be most important when choosing fabric for sportswear?

Colour fastness

Moisture-wicking and breathability

Low cost

Easy to iron

🔬 Part 2: Smart and Modern Fabrics

5. What makes a fabric "smart"?

6. Match each smart fabric with its special property by drawing lines:

Gore-Tex

Phase-change materials

Conductive fabrics

Memory foam textiles

Can carry electrical signals

Returns to original shape

Regulates body temperature

Waterproof but breathable

7. Give two examples of how smart fabrics could be used in clothing:

Example 1: _______________________________________________

Example 2: _______________________________________________

🎯 Part 3: Fabric Selection Challenge

8. You are designing a school uniform blazer. Choose the best fabric type and explain your choice:

100% cotton

Wool blend

Polyester blend

Lycra/elastane mix

Explain your choice (consider durability, care, cost, and appearance):

9. Design a piece of outdoor adventure clothing. List three fabric properties it must have and suggest suitable fabric types:

Required Properties:
1. _______________________________________________
2. _______________________________________________
3. _______________________________________________

Suggested Fabric Types:
________________________________________________

Justification:
________________________________________________