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Smart Textiles

Smart Textiles

DESIGN: ALL ABOUT COLOR

Color has the ability to create emotion and influence our moods. Color is a powerful tool in interior design and fashion. Interior designer Brandi Hagen discusses:

History of color and the development of color theories

The color system: hue, value, and chroma

Color wheel

Warm & cool colors

Color schemes

Item no.	:	DU01070217
Format	:	DVD (Closed Captioned)
Duration	:	20 minutes
Copyright	:	2010
Price	:	USD 80.00

DESIGN: ALL ABOUT TEXTILES

The human body is almost constantly in contact with some form of textile, whether it be the clothing that we wear or the interiors that we live and work in. Join interior designer Brandi Hagen as she showcases samples and explains different types of natural fibers including plant, animal, mineral and synthetic fibers, including:

Nylon

Polyester

Rayon

Acrylic

Microfibers Fabric construction and suraface design are also discussed.

Item no.	:	SS01070304
Format	:	DVD (Closed Captioned)
Duration	:	24 minutes
Copyright	:	2010
Price	:	USD 80.00

TALKING TEXTILES: CULTIVATION, PRODUCTION, AND GLOBAL IMPACT - NATURAL FIBERS

While human technology has produced a range of useful fibers, the world of textiles continues to value nature's magnificent materials. This video introduces students to the differences between natural and synthetic fibers, then divides the first category into animal, vegetable, and mineral. A range of protein-based fibers are discussed, including their herd-animal sources and the methods by which the fibers are obtained, such as shearing, clipping, and shedding. Silk cultivation is shown, emphasizing that silk is the only natural fiber found in filament form. A look at vegetable fibers focuses on seed, stem, and leaf sources, while mineral or inorganic fibers are also concisely presented in the context of high-tech specialty uses.

Note: Only available in the US.

Item no.	:	VV02453419
Format	:	DVD
Duration	:	24 minutes
Copyright	:	2009
Price	:	USD 130.00

TALKING TEXTILES: CULTIVATION, PRODUCTION, AND GLOBAL IMPACT - YARN CONSTRUCTION AND SPECIALIST YARNS

If the average consumer only knew the mind-boggling process behind the yarn in a sock or sweater! This video illustrates yarn production methods and the various properties of woven and knitted fabrics. It explores the reasons for twisting yarns, discusses S and Z twists and plied yarns, and shows fibers being prepared for spinning as well as finished slivers. Students witness fancy yarn production-including slub, boucle, and chenille-and the ways synthetic filaments are created using the thermoplastic qualities of polymers. For historical background, the program shows primitive methods of spinning such as drop spindle and spinning wheel technology, along with more industrialized methods.

Note: Only available in the US.

Item no.	:	DL00273420
Format	:	DVD
Duration	:	20 minutes
Copyright	:	2009
Price	:	USD 130.00

EXPLORING COLOR: CREATING COLOR WHEELS & USING COLOR SCHEMES

Ms. Flores clearly explains and shows primary, secondary, tertiary or intermediate, and complementary colors as she creates different styles of color wheels to enhance the learning process. Compositions using warm and cool color schemes as well as complementary colors are demonstrated. To create contrast, one can use a warm color as the background with cool colors in a pattern over it. Many color composition examples by students are shown including monochromatic color schemes.

Item no.	:	PH00320147
Format	:	DVD
Duration	:	15 minutes
Copyright	:	2007
Price	:	USD 96.00

SMART TEXTILES

Smart textiles possess enhanced functionality because of the integration of electronics, chemicals, metals or polymers with regular fibres. This program gives a brief overview of the development of "smart" textiles since the 1950s through to the 21st Century. The role of nano particles is explained; cutting edge innovations from RMIT and Nano Technology Victoria are featured and viewers are challenged to ponder the ethical considerations of smart textiles development.

Please contact us for primary and secondary schools pricing.

Item no.	:	TN08691292
Format	:	DVD
Duration	:	25 minutes
Copyright	:	2007
Price	:	AUD 235.00

CAREER OPTIONS FOR WOMEN: EMERGING OPPORTUNITIES - TEXTILES

This program profiles three women who have fashioned successful careers in the textile industry: Nathalie Jacques, a planning manager for an upholstery and fabric manufacturer; Myriam Phaneuf, a research and development technician who creates new textile designs thread by thread; and Tarah Jakubiak, Vice President of Sales for an international fabric producer. Additional information from co -workers and supervisors supplements each job profile.

Note: Only available in the US.

Item no.	:	YW02302569
Format	:	DVD
Duration	:	24 minutes
Copyright	:	2006
Price	:	USD 100.00

TEXTILE PROFESSOR 2.0

An interactive graphically rich textile image and information software program, complete with illustrated PowerPoint® presentations on textile concepts. Fashion merchandising/design students in a basic textiles course will gain a understanding of fiber, yarn, fabric, dyeing, printing, and finishing fundamentals. It's structured in an organized, linear format that focuses on consistency with easily accessible dropdown menus and side bars with over 1,000 full-color, annotated digital images. Helps students construct meaning as they acquire concepts rather than just memorize information. Easy-to-navigate dropdown menus and "Lectures" button to access PowerPoint® presentations. An entire textiles course can be taught utilizing this high-tech presentation.

Item no.	:	SY02490524
Format	:	CD-ROM
Duration	:
Copyright	:	2006
Price	:	USD 960.00

APPLICATIONS OF TEXTILES

How do different finishes affect the characteristics of fabrics? This presentation discusses the various processes for dyeing, printing and finishing used in textile production. Students learn recommended care procedures and applications for various textile products suitable for or beyond the mainstream textile industry.

Item no.	:	ZK00210023
Format	:	CD-ROM (Win, PowerPoint Presentation (30 slides))
Duration	:
Copyright	:	2004
Price	:	USD 69.00

BASIC APPAREL

This presentation guides students through the many aspects of the apparel world. Students will view clothing construction techniques; learn selection, care and maintenance practices of clothing fabrics and finishes; explore weaving techniques of fibers and yarns; discuss factors influencing apparel selection, analyze management of the apparel budget; and examine apparel decisions.

Item no.	:	HJ03990040
Format	:	CD-ROM (Win, PowerPoint Presentation (59 slides))
Duration	:
Copyright	:	2004
Price	:	USD 74.00

FACTORS INFLUENCING THE APPAREL INDUSTRY

Do you ever think about your jeans? Whether you realize it or not, your jeans are affected by the government, the economy, technology, world events, labor laws, politics, demographics, society and culture. Join us as we discuss the factors affecting apparel design, production and sales. Learn about international economics, safe working environments, laws protecting the environment and technological advancements. Learn how these factors also affect the textile industry. Also discussed are sources of textile products (i.e., natural and synthetic fibers.)

Item no.	:	TG00210294
Format	:	DVD
Duration	:	19 minutes
Copyright	:	2004
Price	:	USD 89.00

NEW FABRICS, THEN FIBERS

A definition of fiber, properties of fibers, fiber categories (natural and manufactured), and new fibers that have recently been invented are topics covered in this educational video. Your students will learn the process of how fibers are woven into textiles and the uses of different fibers with this practical video.

Item no.	:	HR01070001
Format	:	DVD
Duration	:	20 minutes
Copyright	:	2003
Price	:	USD 80.00

CREATING PERSONAL STYLE: AN INTERACTIVE GUIDE - SUIT YOURSELF INTERACTIVE: FOR MEN

Dressing appropriately is important when making a first impression and sustaining a confident, professional image. Suit Yourself Interactive is designed specifically for men and addresses issues for men like American and European suits, tying different types of ties, "business casual attire," and accessories such as hats and glasses. This CD -ROM, expressly designed for men, is a one -way ticket to a polished new look!

Item no.	:	JH00270322
Format	:	CD-ROM (Win)
Duration	:
Copyright	:	2002
Price	:	USD 250.00

CREATING PERSONAL STYLE: AN INTERACTIVE GUIDE - YOUR IDEAL SILHOUETTE INTERACTIVE: FOR WOMEN

Knowing what to wear and how to wear it are two vital ingredients that can help women succeed in the workplace. Your Ideal Silhouette Interactive is designed specifically for women and addresses issues for women like which clothing styles are best for individual body types (and which to avoid), using accessories like scarves and jewelry, and grooming for women. An extra segment, "The Slenderizing Line," explores the subtle visual influence of colors, patterns, and textures.

Item no.	:	TZ00270373
Format	:	CD-ROM (Win)
Duration	:
Copyright	:	2002
Price	:	USD 250.00

DIGITAL TEXTILES™

This CD contains over 50 photomicrographs of fibers using scanning electron microscope and light emitance microscope. Adds a whole other dimension to your teaching!

Volume 1: Natural Fibers
Volume 2: Manufactured Fibers
Volume 3: Yarns
Volume 4: Plain Weaves
Volume 5: Twills and Satins
Volume 6: Fancy Weaves
Volume 7: Knits
Volume 8: Other Fabrications
Volume 9: Dyes and Prints
Volume 10: Finishes

Lead your department into the digital age with this vast selection of over 1500 true-color, high-resolution graphic images of fibers, yarns, and fabrics! Illustrate in vivid detail what would otherwise take "forever" to communicate using only words. Digital Textiles™ will beautifully illustrate and support your textile lectures and labs for years to come.

Do you want your students to visualize textile concepts as clearly as you do? These images will "stick" in your students' minds. Each image is clearly titled for maximum educational impact. Color thumbnails create additional value as they help you plan your lectures.

Digital Textiles™ is designed to follow the typical sequence of textile instruction. Let this classic teaching resource help you create more memorable lectures. Your students will marvel at the fascinating world of textiles when they experience Digital Textiles™. Order now for your PC, your department, "smart classrooms," labs, and library.

Digital Textiles™ is organized as a series of PowerPoint presentations (but don't worry, if you don't own PowerPoint, you can use the free Microsoft PowerPoint Viewer (included) to view Digital Textiles™ just the same).

Review

Jana Hawley, University of Missouri-Columbia, says: "Digital Textiles™ has multi-faceted potential to help textiles instructors and students in the study of textiles. The resolution of the slides is excellent and allows for close-up study of textile components in a virtual format. The breadth and depth of the slides should serve as an excellent library source for students to better grasp knowledge of the vast world of textiles."

Item no.	:	CE05160011
Format	:	CD-ROM (With PowerPoint presentation)
Duration	:
Copyright	:	2002
Price	:	USD 750.00

TOUR OF A WOOLEN MILL, A

Only one mill in America still operates creating fabric from raw wool. A fascinating factory tour of a lost art in America. From fleece to carding, spinning, warping, weaving and finishing - it's a history lesson.

Item no.	:	GU01070340
Format	:	DVD
Duration	:	18 minutes
Copyright	:	2001
Price	:	USD 60.00

FIELD TRIP: COTTON PRODUCTION

Journey through West Texas and explore where 25 percent of the nation's cotton is grown. See cotton bolls harvested and unloaded at the gin, where they undergo drying, cleaning, burr and seed removal, batting and baling. In the second part of the program, travel to the American Cotton Growers denim mill where cotton bales are cleaned, combed, spun into yarn, dyed indigo blue and woven into denim fabric. The fabric is then pre-shrunk, rolled and shipped to manufacturers to be made into blue jeans.

Item no.	:	RK00210327
Format	:	DVD
Duration	:	41 minutes
Copyright	:	2000
Price	:	USD 85.00

POWER OF COLOR, THE

A video to help students understand the most powerful tool in decorating - COLOR! The right colors can calm, stimulate, create emotion and energy, make objects appear larger or smaller - and it is believed by some that colors can aid in healing.

Color expert Robin Strangis covers the following aspects of color:

What is color?

History of color.

Color combinations.

Psychology of color.

Color for fashion, home, and office.

Tips on selecting color.

Students will also learn how to create a personal image by using color.

Item no.	:	NH01070124
Format	:	DVD (Closed Captioned)
Duration	:	18 minutes
Copyright	:	2000
Price	:	USD 80.00

SEW COOL PRODUCTIONS

A video that covers the BASICS of sewing! In this video Nancy Sundeen presents an easy and fun approach to learning how to sew.

She discusses the joy of sewing by sharing ideas of creativity. The sewing machine, small equipment basics, and fabrics are introduced. Features quick and fun sewing projects.

Item no.	:	TJ01070129
Format	:	DVD (Closed Captioned)
Duration	:	27 minutes
Copyright	:	2000
Price	:	USD 80.00

TEXTILES

A "must" video for any course in textiles or instructional unit on textiles. Covers fabrics, yarns and fibers. Special topics include such items as the Textile Fibers Products Identification Act, fiber content, generic names and brand names. Discusses, with examples, natural fibers such as cotton, flax, silk and wool; man-made fibers such rayon and polyester.

Item no.	:	LU00320523
Format	:	DVD
Duration	:	17 minutes
Copyright	:	1990
Price	:	USD 135.00

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