Textiles and their properties worksheet for students to compare Fabric 1 and Fabric 2.

You're right — this worksheet is designed to be completed by physically handling and testing two different fabric samples (Fabric 1 and Fabric 2). Since I can’t see or touch the fabrics you’re using, I can’t fill in the actual answers for *your* specific fabrics.

However, I can explain how to complete each investigation and give you example answers based on common types of fabrics (like cotton vs. polyester, or wool vs. nylon). This will help you understand what to look for and how to record your observations.

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🧪 How to Complete Each Investigation:

#### 1. Does it stretch?
- How to test: Gently pull the fabric in different directions.
- What to write: “Yes” or “No”, or describe how much (e.g., “Stretches a little”, “Stretches a lot”).

#### 2. Can you crease it with your nail?
- How to test: Press your fingernail firmly across the fabric.
- What to write: “Yes” or “No”. Some fabrics (like cotton) hold creases well; others (like polyester) bounce back.

#### 3. Does it fray easily?
- How to test: Pull at the edge gently — does thread come loose?
- What to write: “Yes” or “No”. Loosely woven fabrics fray more.

#### 4. Can you see through it?
- How to test: Hold it up to a light or over printed text.
- What to write: “Yes” (transparent/translucent) or “No” (opaque).

#### 5. When you crush it into a ball, does it stay or spring open?
- How to test: Crumple the fabric tightly, then release.
- What to write: “Stays crumpled” or “Springs open”. Cotton stays crumpled; silk or polyester springs back.

#### 6. When you roll it up, does it stay or unroll?
- How to test: Roll the fabric into a tight cylinder and let go.
- What to write: “Stays rolled” or “Unrolls”.

#### 7. Is it easy to tear?
- How to test: Try tearing a small corner gently.
- What to write: “Yes” or “No”. Knit fabrics often tear easier than woven ones.

#### 8. Is it easy to cut with scissors?
- How to test: Try cutting a small piece.
- What to write: “Yes” or “No”. Slippery or stretchy fabrics can be harder to cut cleanly.

#### 9. Put a drop of water on the fabric with a paintbrush. Does it repel or absorb it?
- How to test: Place a small drop of water on the surface. Watch if it beads up (repels) or soaks in (absorbs).
- What to write: “Repels” or “Absorbs”. Wool and cotton absorb; treated synthetics may repel.

#### 10. When wrapped round your finger, is it warm?
- How to test: Wrap a small piece around your fingertip for 10–15 seconds.
- What to write: “Warm” or “Not warm”. Thick, fluffy, or insulating fabrics feel warmer.

#### 11. Is it plain or patterned?
- How to test: Look closely at the design.
- What to write: “Plain” or describe the pattern (e.g., “Striped”, “Floral”, “Checkered”).

#### 12. Choose a word to describe its texture.
- Examples: Soft, rough, smooth, bumpy, silky, fuzzy, stiff, slippery, etc.

#### 13. What do you think the fabric is suitable for making?
- Think about its properties: Is it stretchy? Warm? Water-repellent? Durable?
- Examples: “T-shirts”, “Curtains”, “Jackets”, “Dresses”, “Towels”, “Umbrellas”.

#### 14. Do you like this fabric?
- Personal opinion! 😊
- What to write: “Yes” or “No”, maybe add why (“It’s soft”, “It’s too scratchy”, etc.).

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✔ Example Answers (for demonstration only):

| Investigation | Fabric 1 (e.g., Cotton T-shirt fabric) | Fabric 2 (e.g., Polyester Jacket fabric) |
|---------------|------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------|
| Does it stretch? | Yes, a little | No, very little |
| Can you crease it with your nail? | Yes | No, springs back |
| Does it fray easily? | Yes | No |
| Can you see through it? | No | No |
| When crushed, does it stay or spring open? | Stays crumpled | Springs open |
| When rolled up, does it stay or unroll? | Unrolls | Stays rolled |
| Is it easy to tear? | Yes | No |
| Is it easy to cut with scissors? | Yes | Yes |
| Water repel or absorb? | Absorbs | Repels slightly |
| Wrapped round finger — is it warm? | Not warm | Slightly warm |
| Plain or patterned? | Plain | Plain |
| Texture word | Soft | Smooth |
| Suitable for making? | T-shirts, underwear | Jackets, windbreakers |
| Do you like this fabric? | Yes | Yes |

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💡 Tip for Students:

> Always handle the fabrics gently and record your observations honestly — even if they surprise you! Science is about noticing real results, not guessing what “should” happen.

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If you tell me what your two fabrics are (e.g., “cotton”, “denim”, “silk”, “fleece”), I can give you more accurate example answers!

Otherwise, grab your fabrics and start investigating — have fun! 🧵🔍