Design for Fabric and Apparel
CBSE · Class 12 · Home Science
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Design in fabric and apparel is the planned creation of a product that is both useful and visually pleasing. It is not mere decoration. A good design combines aesthetic appeal with the right use of materials, expected price, colour, and service. Design in textiles and dress is studied through two as
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Design is an arrangement according
Design is an arrangement according to a plan for creation of a desired object. It combines usefulness with visual appeal and gives harmony in form. A
Structural design depends on form
Structural design depends on form and not on superimposed ornamentation. In fabric, it includes fibre processing, types of fibres and yarns, weaving,
Applied design is added on
Applied design is added on the basic structure. In fabric it includes finishes, dyeing, printing, embroidery, and fancy needle-work. In garments it in
The elements of design are colour
The elements of design are colour, texture, line, shape or form. These are the basic tools used to create visual interest and good composition.
The principles of design are proportion
The principles of design are proportion, balance, emphasis, rhythm, and harmony. They guide how the elements are arranged for a pleasing effect.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the meaning of design in fabric and apparel
- Recognise structural and applied design
- Identify the elements of design: colour, texture, line, shape or form
- Explain the principles of design: proportion, balance, emphasis, rhythm, and harmony
- Understand colour theory, colour wheels, shade cards, and colour schemes
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- NCERT Official — ncert.nic.in
- CBSE Academic — cbseacademic.nic.in
- CBSE Official — cbse.gov.in
- National Education Policy 2020 — education.gov.in
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