| Author |
Watson, Kate Heintz |
| LoC No. |
07017389
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| Title |
Textiles and Clothing
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 69.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Stan Goodman, Karen Dalrymple, and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
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| Summary |
"Textiles and Clothing" by Kate Heintz Watson is a comprehensive examination of textile production and fashion, written in the early 20th century. This work delves into the history and techniques of fabric creation, covering everything from primitive methods of spinning and weaving to modern industrial processes. It aims to educate homemakers, educators, and those interested in the textile arts about the intricacies and significance of clothing and fabric in everyday life. The opening of the book introduces readers to the foundational arts of spinning and weaving, tracing their origins back to primitive societies where they were vital for securing and creating functional items for daily living. It highlights the evolution of these crafts from rudimentary techniques to more sophisticated methods developed over time, emphasizing the role of women in these processes. Watson emphasizes the transformation of fabric-making as it has transitioned from manual labor to automation in modern industry, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of the materials, techniques, and cultural significance associated with textiles and clothing. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
TT: Technology: Handicrafts, Arts and crafts
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| LoC Class |
TX: Technology: Home economics
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| Subject |
Textile industry
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| Subject |
Textile fabrics
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| Subject |
Sewing
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| Subject |
Dressmaking
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
21534 |
| Release Date |
May 19, 2007 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 2, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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