Module 5: Textile and Clothing

Welcome back for Module 5! We're diving into the material science of fashion, giving you an in-depth understanding of textile fibres, yarns, and fabric types. You'll gain expert knowledge of the fabric manufacturing process and how to select materials for your designs.

Why This Module Matters

A designer's final product is only as good as the material used. Mastering textile knowledge is essential for informed design choices, quality control, and successful manufacturing.

• Gain comprehensive knowledge of types of fabric, from fibre to finished garment.
• Understand the fabric manufacturing process, including weaving and processing.
• Study the critical differences between natural vs synthetic fibres.
• Learn to identify and select fabrics based on quality, style, and care.

What You'll Learn

• Material Foundations
  Explore the journey from fibre to final fabric, covering natural and synthetic textiles.
• Manufacturing Processes
  Learn the manufacturing process of textiles, including weaving, dyeing, and printing.
• Technical Textiles
  Study the application and science of smart textiles and technical textiles in modern fashion.
• Fabric Analysis
  Understand fabric qualities, style characteristics, and the importance of labelling and care.

What You'll Do

• Identify Fabrics
  Practice how to identify fabric using textile tests to Analyse material properties.
• Explore Techniques
  Investigate different fabric dyeing methods and surface design processes.
• Evaluate Properties
  Analyse a variety of fabrics based on quality and style.
• Design with Knowledge
  Apply knowledge of the textile development process to inform collection development.

Module Content

Module 5 covers everything you need to become an expert in garment materials:

• Introduction
• Overview: TCF Industry
• fibres, Yarn and Fabrics
• Textile fibres (Natural, Synthetic, Semi-Synthetic)
• Yarn
• Fabric Manufacturing Processes
• Machine Weaving
• Fabric Qualities
• Fabric Choice
• Blended Fabrics
• Technical Textiles
• Smart Textiles
• Methods of Identifying fibres and Fabric
• Textile Processing
• Surface Design and Patterns
• Fabric Printing Methods
• Dyeing
• Conclusion

Module Outcomes

By completing Module 5, you will:

• Understand the complete manufacturing process of textiles, from fibre to garment.
• Recognise and classify common types of fabric and fibres.
• Be able to conduct textile tests and know how to identify fabric characteristics.
• Appreciate the role of smart and technical textiles in the industry's future.

Guidance Every Step of the Way

Our expert fashion design tutors specialise in material science. They'll provide technical feedback, clarify textile manufacturing concepts, and guide you through the process of fabric tests. Their support ensures you build confidence and high-level material knowledge to make informed and sustainable choices.