TEXTILE TYPES AND PROPERTIES 2

 

HOME ECONOMICS J. S. S THREE FIRST TERM

WEEK FIVE

THEME: FAMILY LIVING AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT/CLOTHING AND TEXTILE

TEXTILE TYPES AND PROPERTIES 2

PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVE

Students should be able to;

1. State reason for studying textiles

2. Discuss uses or importance of textile to Man.

CONTENT

Reasons for studying Textile

A study of textile will show, for example, why certain fabrics are more durable and therefore more serviceable for specific purposes. It will explain why certain fabrics make cool-wearing apparel as well as give an impression of coolness when used as decoration. The matter of cleanliness and maintenance must also be estimated before purchasing when that is an important factor.

Complete knowledge of textile will facilitate an intelligent appraisal…