"Colour Clues" - An Introduction to the Coloration of Textiles and Clothing

Colour is a factor of every day life and is important to the attractiveness, use and value of all clothing and textile.

Contents

Preface & Acknowledgement

Chapter 1 - Dyes – Choosing the right ones!

Chapter 2 - Textiles and Coloration

Chapter 3 - Cost of Coloration

Chapter 4 - Colour Matching Methods

Chapter 5 - Laboratory Services & Support
Glossary of Terms

ASBCI INTERLINING BOOK 1

The Composition and Manufacture of Fusible and Sew-In Interlinings
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ASBCI INTERLINING BOOK 11

Fusing Presses and the Fusing Operation
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ASBCI INTERLINING BOOK 111

A Troubleshooting Guide and Glossary of Terms
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ASBCI INTERLINING BOOK 1V

The Testing of Interlinings and the Theory of Adhesion
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ASBCI INTERLINING BOOK V

Outer Fabric / Interlining Construction
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Member special price o £10.00 per copy
Non-members - £15.00 (+postage & packing)

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"JOINING FORCES" - A comprehensive Technical book created to consider the many and varied types of fastenings that are currently on the market.

Members special price of £10.00 per copy
Non-members - £15.00 (+ postage & packaging)

When designing a garment, not only should the outer fabric be considered but also how any additional components such as buttons, zips, and other fasteners, together with trims and interlinings, will perform in use.

Contents:
Buttons
Buttonholes
Zip / Slide Fasteners
Press Fasteners

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Touch & Close Fasteners
Hook & Eye -sew-on type
Hook & Bar - machine attached type - Cord & Ribbons
Adjustable Fasteners (Metal & plastic)
Components Glossary Washing Symbols

'Caring For Your Clothes' - a comprehensive technical booklet of information regarding the complex subject of care labelling and aftercare of apparel :

A5 78 page Technical Booklet - £10 members / £15 non members (+ post & packaging).

Including: Review of EU Care Label Symbols
Changes in Cleaning Processes
Effect of Fibre, Fabric Construction and Finish on Aftercare Properties
Care Label Selection
Product Liability
Common Pitfalls and Misuses in Care Labelling
Tips and Hints for Good Aftercare of Apparel

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'Introduction to Colour in Clothing and Textiles'
- providing knowledge and understanding about the sensation and science of colour:

A5 44 page colourBooklet - £10 members / £15 non members (+ post & packaging)

Including: Importance of Colour
The Psychology of Colour
How the eye sees
The facts about the Eye
Colour Communication
Defining Colour Numerically
Colour Differences
Instrumental Colour Differences
Standardisation
Electronic Colour Communication
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Summary
Useful colour terms and definitions

'Make Or Break' - a Technical Information Guide on Needles, Threads and Stitches:

A5 60 page colour Booklet - £10 members / £15 non members (+ post & packaging)

Including: Stitch Types
Seam types - Classification & Terminology
Specialised Feed Mechanisms
The Sewing Machine Needle
Sewing Threads Manufacture
Package Types
Summary
Glossary of Terms

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'Wrinkle Free':

A4 30 page Technical Booklet - £5 members (+ p&p) / £10 non members (incl. p&p).

Including: Why Resin Finish?
Processes
Selection of Fabric
Garment Requirements
Interlinings
Garment Assembly / Sewing Threads
Garment Preparation
Selection of Bath Chemicals / Resin Dip
Pressing
Oven Curing

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Setting Standards
Testing
Garment Care
The Future