BUFVC Search
Current Search
Previous Searches
Shows how nylon is spun and woven into different textiles. Covers: designing and engineering the properties of nylon t suit different uses ranging from textiles to tractor tires; the polymerisation process;...
Filmed in Bangladesh, one of the world’s largest textile manufacturers, this resource explores the social cost of our cheap textiles. With footage filmed inside a number of Bangladeshi textile factories,...
The label ECO LOGIKA, established in 1997,specialises in stylish resort wear combining fashion and conscience, using natural and environmentally friendly textiles. Its strong values denote a well made...
Explains the basic methods of dyeing fibre and pieces in the workshop. Demonstrates the process from identification of the fibre, the choice of dye and additive, and explains their interrelationship in the...
A promotional video introducing a new study programme, unique in the UK. Deals with the application of textiles to interiors and product design: interior curtains, blinds, bedding, carpets, etc. Discusses...
Parts 1 and 2 demonstrate the use of the Jones knitting machine. Part 3 shows casting on a permanent edge, shaping techniques, false hems and casting off. Part 4 shows techniques on the Jones knitting...
Examines the role of crafts in culture and brings together makers and their materials, skills and products. Uses individual objects, diagrams, text and video footage of practising makers to look at the...
Shows applications of colour chemistry to textiles and fashion and also to the filmless camera. A chemist analyses old paintings as an aid to conservation and another developes water-borne gloss paint for...
Images from the Design Council Slide Collection illustrating the main trends in British textile design from 1953 to 1972, featuring fabrics by many of the young designers who emerged during the period....
Based on a 1996 exhibition held at the Oldham Art Gallery Computerised machine embroidery is mainly used for the mass production of embroidery on clothing and household textiles. This programme explores the...
Related searches have been automatically generated using the OpenCalais semantic analysis service.
Learning on Screen
Related searches have been automatically generated using the OpenCalais semantic analysis service.
Related searches have been automatically generated using the OpenCalais semantic analysis service.