Designed to accompany the 11th Edition of Fabric Science, this Swatch Kit reinforces the study of textiles for students in fashion design, merchandising, interior design, product development and home furnishings. The kit contains 114 fabric samples, a fabric key, 40 special assignments, heavy-weight sample sheets to mount and analyze fabrics, a glossary of key terms and a pick glass - all contained in a three-ring binder. The swatches are organized in the order in which they are covered in the text- fibers, yarns, weaves, knits, dyeing, printing and finishes. Swatches represent the types of fabrics currently available to fashion and interior designers in the field, making this resource an excellent addition to any professional library.
The text contains instructions and a new video tutorial that takes students through the process of assembling their swatch kit and using a pick glass. A Fabric Key identifies the swatches by number and fabric name, description and fiber content. Assignments are designed to reinforce the text and classrom lectures and have been developed to broaden student's understanding of key concepts in textiles through hands-on labs and problem solving activities. Students will successfully develop keen observation, analysis and report writing skills. A new glossary of key terms provides a handy reference for textile industry terminology.
New to this Edition
Companion student website provides a digital swatch kit and introductory video tutorial explaining how to assemble the Swatch Kit and use a pick glass
25% new assignments that align with Fabric Science, 11th Edition content
New smart textiles, performance fabrics, knits, and sustainable swatches added
New glossary of key terms
Includes complete filled-in fabric pages in the Instructor's Guide for easy grading
Fabric Science Swatch Kit can also be used alone or in conjunction with any textiles textbook.