Different fabric designs

Open Access Senior Honors Thesis

Department

Technology Studies

Abstract

Fabricated textile products require joining fabric together by some means. A variety of methods include: sewing, gluing, thermally bonding, etc. This joined fabric is required to have similar strength at the point of joining as the original fabric. This method of joining is commonly called seaming. Seams are the basic element of structure of any apparel, home furnishing product and industrial textiles.

The main focus of this investigation is to study the joining parameters of fabric using a standard sewing machine. Two different seam designs will be investigated on three woven fabrics made from cotton, wool and silk. Textile products are produced from various fibers and different fabric construction, hence finding a specific seam that will best suit each individual product. Fabric seams are the most important parameter to maintain product integrity.

Recommended Citation

LaPere, Courtney, "The Effects of Different Fabric Types and Seam Designs on the Seams [sic] Efficiency" (2006). Senior Honors Theses. 53.