Maple Veneer Source: Maple tree (hardwood) Construction: Tight grain with fine even texture Properties: This veneer is flexible in one direction (in line with the grain), maple is very durable Other learning links: What is a veneer & how they are made, uses of veneers, laminating (paper backing), uses of maple wood Supplier: Kitronik 60cm x 40cm (1mm thick) 9.84
Materials: A Different Perspective Chanel Spring Summer 2016 collection used Balsa wood to completely cover the surface of garments (& garments remained soft & flexible) https://goo.gl/mz2gp3 Did you know Kapok cushion stuffing is from the plant of the balsa tree? Farg & Blanche Wood Tailoring range of furniture www.fargblanche.com Hand embroidered wood decorations www.ellarobinson.com Machine embroidered veneers made into various products www.janeblease.co.uk Links & prices correct 2017
Polypropylene Source: Polypropylene (polyolefin) Construction: Extruded or injection moulding Properties: Thermoforming, colourfast, low density so lightweight, can be recycled Other learning links: Wide range of applications, environmental impact Supplier: Kitronik 105cm x 75cm (0.5mm thick) 2.76
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Mixed Fibre Non Woven Source: Mixed fibres Construction: Non woven (either heat bonded or bonded with glue) Properties: Designed to deaden sound, dense, strong, durable, impact resistant Other learning links: other non wovens such as felt & interfacing, technical textiles & industrial non wovens, uses of non wovens such as disposable products, air filters & industrial uses Supplier: Ikea Passarp drawer mat 50cm x 96cm 6
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Paper Yarn Source: Paper (cellulose) Construction: Wood pulp that is pressed into sheets & dried Properties: Washable, strong when knitted, colour fast, lightweight Other learning links: Different types of paper, uses of paper, knitting, care labels (on paper wrapper) Supplier: Hobbycraft 3 for 50g ball / 55 metres (Rico Design https://goo.gl/rkqjwy)
Neoprene Foam Source: Chloroprene (synthetic fibre) Construction: Foam produced by the polymerisation of chloroprene using a foaming process which traps tiny nitrogen gas bubbles in the material & baked to make it expand & then sliced into sheets. Properties: Waterproof, shock absorbing, buoyancy, thermoforming, insulating Other learning links: Wetsuits fabric & wetsuit design (wetsuits have fabric layers on either side of the foam) Supplier: Kitronik 60cm 40cm (2mm thick) 1.98, (also known as craft foam & EVA & sold by lots of suppliers in A5 & A4 sheets)
Cotton Denim Source: Cotton Construction: Woven (twill weave) Properties: Strong, hardwearing, absorbent Other learning links: Sustainability issues linked to cotton & denim, denim products & specialist design features e.g. run & fell seams, bar tacks, run & fell seams Source: Fabric Land 4.99 metre www.fabricland.co.uk
Polar Fleece Source: Polyester Construction: Knitted with brushed finish Properties: soft, warm, not absorbent, dries quickly Other learning links: Sustainability issues linked to polyester, uses of polyester fleece Source: Fabric Land 3.99 metre www.fabricland.co.uk
Metal Foil Source: Thin aluminium sheet coated with polymer Construction: Finely rolled aluminium sheet Properties: Acts as a barrier from light, moisture & contaminants, non ferrous (doesn t rust), malleable Other learning links: Other types of metal, metals used in packaging especially food packaging, other uses of aluminium, polymer coatings