Combining Materials.

Question 1

What is a laminate? Give an example of a laminate.

Answer 1

A laminated fabric is made up of two or more layers. The layers are held together with adhesive or heat-set fibres.

Gore-Tex is a thin membrane that is often laminated to create a thicker, stronger material. This material is then used for outdoor wear.

Question 2

What is a coated fabric? Give an example of a coated fabric.

Answer 2

A coated fabric is made up of a layer of a polymer film over the surface of a base fabric.

PVC and vinyl-coated wipeable table covers are both examples of coated fabrics.

Question 3

What are the benefits of an underlining?

Answer 3

1. It helps the garment maintain its shape.
2. It adds body and volume to the garment.
3. It gives strength to the garment.
4. It makes the garment more opaque and shows through open fabrics like lace.
5. It hides seams for aesthetics and comfort.
6. It protects the outer fabric from perspiration.

Question 4

What is an interlining? What are the benefits?

Answer 4

An interlining is a fabric added to a garment for warmth. It can be attached to the garment or constructed separately to make it removable.

Question 5

What is interfacing? What are its benefits?

Answer 5

Interfacing is a non-woven fabric which is sewn or stuck with adhesive to areas of a garment. It is commonly used on collars, cuffs, waistbands, and shirt plackets.

It stiffens the fabric, preventing it from stretching, sagging, or fraying.

Question 6

What are the five ways of combining materials?

Answer 6

1. Laminates
2. Blends
3. Underlining
4. Interlining
5. Interfacing