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Woven fabrics, like these, usually do not stretch along the length or width.

Textiles 01

Textiles shape what we wear and use every day. Learn how fabric structures affect stretch, strength, comfort, and durability, then choose the right textile for a design job.

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Fascinating Fact:

Fabrics can be woven, knitted, or non-woven, and the structure affects stretch and strength. Knitted fabrics usually stretch more than woven fabrics.

In KS3 D and T, pupils learn how textiles are made and why fabric choice matters in product design. You compare properties like absorbency, flexibility, insulation, and durability to match a fabric to its intended use.

Key Terms

Weave: The pattern made when warp and weft threads cross over and under each other to create woven fabric.
Fibre: A thin strand that can be spun into yarn, such as cotton, wool, polyester, or nylon.
Absorbency: How well a fabric soaks up moisture, which affects comfort and suitability for items like towels or sportswear.

Frequently Asked Questions (Click to see answers)

What is the difference between woven and knitted fabric in KS3 textiles?

Woven fabric is made by crossing threads over and under each other, which usually makes it stable and less stretchy. Knitted fabric is made with loops of yarn, which often makes it stretchier and more flexible.

How do you choose the right fabric for a product in KS3 Design and Technology?

You choose fabric by matching properties to the product’s purpose, such as strength for bags, absorbency for towels, stretch for sportswear, or insulation for cold-weather clothing. Testing samples helps you compare options.

What are natural and synthetic fibres in textiles?

Natural fibres come from plants or animals, such as cotton and wool. Synthetic fibres are made from chemicals, such as polyester and nylon, and are often designed to be strong, lightweight, or quick-drying.

Try These Related Quizzes

1 .

A fabric care symbol with a capital 'P' in a circle denotes what?

Hand wash only

May be dry cleaned

May be tumble dried

Polyster fabric

Wet washing a dry clean only fabric will affect its shape and size

2 .

A fabric care symbol with a circle inside a square denotes what?

Do not iron

Hand wash only

May be dry cleaned

May be tumble dried

The symbol looks like the front of a tumble dryer!

3 .

What are the lengthwise threads of a woven fabric called?

Distort

Shrink

Warp

Y-axis

Also called straight grain

4 .

Which kinds of fabrics are stretchy?

Coloured

Knitted

Patterned

Woven

Cotton jersey is the one of the most common knitted fabrics

5 .

What is the name of the advanced fibre manufactured from cellulose?

Pencil

Tencel

Tinsel

Tonsil

Tencel is a trade name, it is a type of rayon

6 .

Which of these fabrics is associated waterproof items?

Cotton corduroy

Cotton poplin

Polyster cotton

Ripstop nylon

It is also strong and does not tear easily

7 .

Which kinds of fabrics do not stretch along the length or width?

Coloured

Knitted

Patterned

Woven

The yarn is arranged in an over and under pattern

8 .

The neat edges of woven fabric, where the cloth doesn't fray, are called the .......

salvage

selvedge

strim

trim

Fraying is where the fibres of a fabric have started to come apart

9 .

The thread at right angles to the selvedge is called the .......

weft

welp

wend

west

Doubling the weft back on itself creates a neat edge that doesn't fray

10 .

What material is made from polythene fibres bonded together by heat and pressure?

Teflon

Tyvek

Vexon

Xylon

Envelopes can be made out of Tyvek. It is waterproof, provides a good printing surface and is very difficult to tear

Author: Frank Evans (Specialist 11 Plus Teacher and Tutor)

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