TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: Silk, the Ancient Material of the Future
Fiorenzo Omenetto shares 20+ astonishing new uses for silk, one of nature's most elegant materials- in transmitting light, improving sustainability, adding strength and making medical leaps and bounds. On stage, he shows a few intriguing...
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Silk
Information about the origin of silk and the versatile garments that are made from it. Includes a glossary of the various kinds of silk.
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Fabrics: Fabric Information and Facts: Linen
This resource presents essential facts about linen, in a short but informative writeup.
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Fabrics: Fabric Information and Facts: Hemp, Ramie. And Jute
This resource presents the essential facts about plant-based fibers hemp, ramie, and jute.
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Fabrics: Fabric Information and Facts: Wool
This resource presents information about the production of wool, the various types of wool, and a glossary of wool fabrics and weaves.