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Textile(fabrics)

A textile is a flexible material comprised of a network of natural or artificial fibres often referred to as thread or yarn. [1] Textiles are formed by weaving, knitting, crocheting, knotting, or pressing fibres together.
Terminology
The words fabric and cloth are commonly used in textile assembly trades (such as tailoring and dressmaking) as synonyms for textile. However, there are subtle differences in these terms. Textile refers to any material made of interlacing fibres. Fabric refers to any material made through weaving, knitting, crocheting, or bonding. Cloth refers to a finished piece of fabric that can be used for a purpose such as covering a bed or table.
History
The production of textiles is an indoseving craft, whose speed and scale of production has been altered almost beyond recognition by industrialization and the introduction of modern manufacturing techniques. However, there is little bit difference between ancient and modern days plain weave, twill or satin.
Fiber History
Natural fibers have been used for apparel and home fashion for thousands of years, with the use of wool going back over 4,000 years. In comparison, the man-made fiber industry began with the first commerical production of rayon in 1910.
For those old enough to remember the 50's and 60's, this was when there was a great deal of technology happening in the man-made fiber industry. And the technology continues even today. Microfibers, fibers finer than the finest silk, were developed in 1989 and lyocell, was developed in 1993. Today, many man-made fibers, including polyester have been developed into beautiful fabrics that are being used by major designers.
Natural Fibers
History of the principal natural fibers used in textiles for apparel and home fashion
EST. DATE FIBER BACKGROUND AND PRODUCTION
5,000+ BC FLAX: • Generally considered to be the oldest natural textile...