Identification may include
- explaining the appropriate fabric characteristics for a given design
- testing fabrics, yarns, and fibers to determine maintenance requirements, comfort, durability and finishes.
Process/Skill Questions
Thinking
- Which industries or professions are more likely to use man-made instead of natural fibers?
- Why should alternatives be considered when choosing fiber, yarn, and fabric?
- What tests determine the durability of finishes?
Communication
- What questions should a fashion industry professional ask to determine the textiles needed for a specific regional market, age group, global market, or combinations of these three markets?
- What factors should a designer consider when selecting a fabric?
Leadership
- What textile criteria should be established and maintained to ensure success for a company's design line?
- What additional textile criteria need to be considered to maintain the designer's reputation or a company's reputation?
- What in-house decisions will allow the designer and/or company to build a reputable business?
Management
- How can a designer and/or company measure success at matching textile selection to design, construction, care, use, and maintenance of products?
- What alternative actions should be considered regarding textile selection for a project?