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Classic And Modern Fabrics: The Complete Illustrated Sourcebook
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More Than 600 Fabrics And 700 Color Illustrations: An Authoritative, Accessible, And Definitive Guide To All The Textiles Available Today. From The Earliest Weaves Uncovered By Archaeologists To Todays Machineproduced, Scientifically Advanced Fabrics, Textiles Have Had A Profound Influence On Civilization. As Technologies Change And World Economics Influence The Direction That Fashion And Textiles Take, It Is Vital That Both Skills And Our Textile Vocabulary Should Be Kept Alive.This Encyclopaedia Is A Definitive Reference Guide To All The Major Types Of Fabric In Circulation Today, From Abbot Cloth To Zibeline. In Clear And Engaging Language, The Author Describes And Illustrates More Than 600 Of The Most Important Examples, From Classic Tweeds To Stateoftheart Nano Fabrics.Each Entry Includes A Brief Definition, Informative Notes On Structure, And A List Of Uses. More Than 700 Color Illustrations Show A Fabrics Weave, Texture, And Other Defining Characteristics At A Glance, And Helpful Diagrams Demonstrate The Structure Of The Most Important Types Of Textiles. The Book Concentrates On Textiles In Current Use, But It Also Covers Obscure Or Obsolete Terms That One Might Come Acrossand That Might Still Have Something To Teach Todays Designers, Manufacturers, And Textile Historians.Each Entry Is Carefully Crossreferenced, And The Book Includes An Extensive Glossary And Bibliography. 750+ Color Illustrations And Photographs
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the primary focus of 'Classic and Modern Fabrics: The Complete Illustrated Sourcebook'? A: The book serves as a comprehensive reference guide to over 600 types of fabrics, detailing their characteristics, structures, and uses, while also covering historical and contemporary textiles.
- Q: How many illustrations are included in the book? A: The book features more than 750 color illustrations and photographs that depict the weave, texture, and defining characteristics of various fabrics.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of the book is bound in hardcover, providing durability and a professional appearance.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Classic and Modern Fabrics: The Complete Illustrated Sourcebook' is Janet Wilson.
- Q: Is this book suitable for both beginners and professionals? A: Yes, the book is written in clear and engaging language, making it accessible to both beginners and professionals in the fields of fashion design, textile manufacturing, and history.
- Q: When was this book published? A: The book was published on May 1, 2010.
- Q: What special features does this book offer? A: The book includes an extensive glossary, bibliography, and cross-referencing for easy navigation and deeper understanding of textile terminology.
- Q: Can this book help me with understanding obsolete textile terms? A: Yes, the book covers obscure or obsolete terms that may still be useful to contemporary designers and textile historians.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is brand new and in mint condition.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 320 pages, packed with valuable information and illustrations.