High Whorling A Spinners Guide to an Old World Skill

By Priscilla Gibson-Roberts

Call# TS1480.G53 1998

"In her three previous books Knitting in the Old Way (1985), Salish Indian Sweaters (Dos Tejedoras, 1989), and Ethnic Socks & Stockings (XRX, 1995)Gibson-Roberts, a passionate interpreter of traditional knitting and spinning techniques, has led the current revival of techniques used by traditional fiber artisans. High Whorling is her long-awaited first book on handspinning. Handspindlessometimes called drop spindleshave two parts, the shaft and the whorl. The low-whorl spindle was commonly used in Engish-speaking parts of the world, while the high-whorl spindle was more common in Scandinavia, Eastern Europe, and the Middle East. Gibson-Roberts recommends the high-whorl spindle as the superior of the two, both in speed and ease of use. Clear instructions and line drawings lead the beginning spinner through choosing a spindle and supplementary tools, acquiring fiber, preparing it for spinning, mastering spinning techniques, and finishing the yarn. A reading list and a directory of suppliers round out the book. Highly recommended for public libraries and textile collections." ?-Amazon

Beginner?s Guide to Braiding The Craft of Kumihimo

By Jacqui Carey

Call# TT848 .C27 1997

"The author provides a fresh approach to Kumihimo, the ancient craft of Japanese braiding. Clear step-by-step photographs guide the beginner through six projects which show how to make a variety of different braids. There are tips on what equipment to use and advice on how to develop the projects, using a variety of patterns, colours and textures, to create over 70 other braids. The finished braids can be used to make a range of stunning curtain ties, cords, bracelets, necklaces and fashion accessories." ?-The Woolery

Plasma Polymer Films

By Hynek Biederman

Call# QD381.8 .P5 2004

"Plasma Polymer Films examines the current status of the deposition and characterization of fluorocarbon-, hydrocarbon- and silicon-containing plasma polymer films and nanocomposites, with plasma polymer matrix. It introduces plasma polymerization process diagnostics such as optical emission spectroscopy (OES, AOES), and describes special deposition techniques such as atmospheric pressure glow discharge. Important issues for applications such as degradation and stability are treated in detail, and structural characterization, basic electrical and optical properties and biomedical applications are discussed." ?-Barnes and Noble

This article discusses promises President Bush is making of more trade protection for Textiles Companies to encourage Republicans to pass NAFTA. This New York Times article is available at the NCSU Libraries through InfoTrac:

White House Makes Deals for Support of Trade Pact

This article discusses plans for a "a textile corridor for heritage tourism." Similar to Civil War routes, the textile route would help preserve and showcase the history of textiles in North Carolina. The News and Observer article is available at the NCSU Libraries through InfoTrac:

Weaving textiles into state's history

Just-in-time - Method of inventory keeping inventory to a minimum whereby components arrive shortly before they are needed and finished goods are shipped promptly to customers upon demand. This improves cash flow and cuts down on turnaround time between the order and delivery.

Quiz Question
_______ is a gold and silver wire thread made in India, used in weaving:

A. goshoo
B. silgol
C. golbute
D. goghari

(Answer from last week's question: The paddle-shaped tail of a fat-tailed sheep can weigh up to 40 lbs (D). A variety of fat-tailed sheep, they are native to Asian and Africa; yeild irregular, kempy wool.)

(Tortora, Phyllis G. and Robert S. Merkel, eds. Fairchild's Dictionary of Textiles. 7th ed. New York: Fairchild Publications, 1996.)

Woven Splendour Italian Textiles from the Medici to the Modern Age

By Daniela Degl?Innocenti, Dr. Jane Bridgeman, and Zoe Hendon

Call# NK8901.5 .I8 W6 2004

"For many centuries Italy has been at the centre of lukury textile production. From the rich skills and velvets woven fro noble families in the fifteenth century, to the technical innovations of the nineteenth and twentieth centuries, Italian textiles have always been synonymous with style and luxury. Woven Splendour features a selection of these fabulous fabrics, celebrating the history and culture of Italy through the country?s unique textile heritage." ?-Back Cover

Six Sigma and Related Studies in the Quality Disciplines

By Kenneth S. Stephens

Call# TS156 .S538 2003

"The latest release in the Best on Quality series offers a collection of articles and papers that offer knowledge of Six Sigma and it?s applications, along with related disciplines. The book provides information that is useful in a wide variety of enterprises and a global perspective with papers from Denmark, Australia, China, Sweden, Singapore, and the United States. Many chapters included in this volume will serve as useful instruction for a more complete knowledge of Six Sigma and its applications in addition to others that place emphasis on various aspects of quality improvement and management. The articles cover topics that include: reduction of variation and its relationship to Deming?s concept of profound knowledge, seven strategies that are common among companies implementing Six Sigma, Six Sigma?s applications in service industries, possible limitations of Six Sigma, contributions from standards to quality and safety of products and services, the Danish concept of Total Involvement in Quality, customer focus and competitiveness, and ethics and quality." ?-Barnes and Noble

Polymer Blends

By M. Stamm

Call# QD380 .M328 no.149

"Volume 149 of Macromolecular Symposia consists of lectures and selected posters presented at the "6th European Symposium on Polymer Blends". In May 1999, participants from all over the world got together at the Max-Planck Institute for Polymer Research in Mainz, Germany in order to discuss new developments in the area of polymer blends from a both scientific and applied viewpoint." ?-Barnes and Noble

Learn about how a farmer's cooperative in a small Filipino town developed a fiber mat derived from coconut to help with soil erosion and flooding in this BusinessWorld article available at the NCSU Libraries through ProQuest:

Cooperative Developing Geo-textile vs Flooding, Erosion

World Desk Reference contains the following:

• World Factfile - chronology of world history, maps showing world economics, population, environment, tourism, climate, politics, global security, and international organizations
• The Nations of the World - climate, politics, world affairs, economics, aid, spending, world ranking, etc. for each country or territory
• Glossary - geographical terms, abbreviations

Financial Times World Desk Reference

Ref G63 F55 2004

Modern Industrial Organization

By Dennis Carlton and Jeffrey Perloff

Call# HD2326 .C376 2005

"Written by two of the field's most respected researchers, Modern Industrial Organization goes beyond the traditional structure-conduct-performance framework by using the latest advances in microeconomic theory, including transaction cost analysis, game theory, contestability, and information economics. Fully updated to reflect new trends and topics, the Fourth Edition focuses on providing students with a clear, unified structure for analyzing theories and empirical evidence about the organization of firms and industries." ?-Pearson Books

Global Strategy

By Mike Peng

Call# HD30.28 .P356 2006

"International business involves at least two sides, foreign multi-national enterprises (MNEs) and local firms. Global strategy used to be the domain of large MNEs built up in developed countries, now there exists numerous smaller, international firms originating in emerging economies. Some of these companies can best be thought of as 'born global' firms. The recent rise of e-commerce has greatly lowered the entry barriers for these firms to go international. The rising interest in smaller firms reflects current trends in entrepreneurship. Historically, business students have been prepared for a corporate career, especially in the Fortune 500 sector. Large corporations, now often in the business of downsizing and entrepreneurial firms are usually the engine of job creation and economic growth throughout the world. This is an important trend for students to understand and strategize. GLOBAL STRATEGY is the first to focus on how newer companies and companies from emerging economies compete, both inside and outside of their home markets. The author examines local companies' strategies in emerging economies, as MNEs' competitors, collaborators, and/or acquisition targets." ?-Barnes and Noble

World's Most Important Buyers of Textiles A World-Wide Directory of Textiles and Garment Importers

By Irfan Ahmed Shaikh

Call# TS1312 .W66 2005

Contacts of international brands More than 1500 international buyers interested in your products A must for everyone engaged in international marketing & export of textile goods Find and contact new customers and importers Best way to sell your products internationally Provides 'Textile Market Study' of major countries ?-Textile Info

Domestics - A general trade term for such household goods as sheets, pillowcases, towels, and blankets.

Quiz Question
The paddle-shaped tail of a fat-tailed sheep can weigh up to:

A. 5 lbs
B. 10 lbs
C. 20 lbs
D. 40 lbs

(Answer from last week's question: Another term for decal printing is Decalcomania (B).)

(Tortora, Phyllis G. and Robert S. Merkel, eds. Fairchild's Dictionary of Textiles. 7th ed. New York: Fairchild Publications, 1996.)

Lion-Dogs, Hundred Antiques Classical Chinese Carpets

By Michael Franses, Hans Koenig, Hwee Lie Thè, Gary Dickinson

Call# Folio NK2808 .L56 2000

"Classical Chinese Carpets concentrates on this high period of textile art from the region, prior to the ascent of the Qing dynasty Qianlong emperor in 1735, when the carpets made were masterpieces of both art and technique. The classical carpets of China possess a sense of balance and harmony that is unmatched. The versatility of colours, design and weaving seen on the surviving examples shows that their weavers were among the most highly skilled and sophisticated craftsmen in the history of carpet making. Some six hundred carpets from this era are known: divided into a number of groups, all the most beautiful examples of this art form will be presented. Classical Chinese Carpets will be an essential publication not just for lovers of Asian and textile art but also for connoisseurs of art in general. This first volume of the series, Lion-dogs, Hundred Antiques, considers just two designs from the wide variety of striking patterns that were used. The lion-dog, often depicted as a rather playful animal chasing an embroidered ball, has an important place in the repertoire of Chinese art. It was an emblem of valour, courage, energy and wisdom. The 'hundred antiques' also played a major symbolic role: rooted in Confucianism, with its constant references to the past, they were emblems of cultural accomplishment for the learned gentleman, carrying with them their owner's aspirations for status and happiness." ?-Textile and Art Publications

The Art and Craft of Natural Dyeing: Traditional Recipes for Modern Use

By J.N. Liles

Call# TT854.3 .L55 1990

"A very handsome, very slick sampler of graphic promotions. Liles consolidates the lore of traditional dyers with his own first- hand experience to present both a history of natural dyes and a practical manual for using pre-synthetic-era processes on all the natural fibers--cotton, linen, silk, and wool. The recipes provide detailed instructions on how to collect ingredients--flowers, seeds, insects, wood, minerals--prepare the dyevat, troubleshoot, and achieve specific shades." ?-Barnes and Noble

Orient Stars A Carpet Collection

By E. Heinrich Kirchheim and Michael Franses

Call# Folio NK2808 .O725 1993

"The outstanding collection of oriental carpets presented in this volume is composed entirely of works chosen and acquired by Heinrich and Waltraut Kircheim during the past decade. Following a short introduction to the collection itself, we will consider briefly the history of oriental carpets, the growing interest in, and appreciation of, this art form in the West, and some other important collections formed in the comparatively recent past. Finally, we will consider what lessons this collection can teach those who are encouraged by it to venture into the world of carpets and textiles themselves." ?-Excerpt from introduction

Read about Labor Department reports that may affect CAFTA in this New York Times article available at the NCSU Libraries through ProQuest:

Report Criticizes Labor Standards in Central America

Franc Zone, Khun, Killfile, Spot Metals, WABU, Kobo, Entrepot, Coproduction.... Not sure what these are?

Learn about these terms, international abbreviations and acronymns, internet terms, contacts for major foreign markets and trade commission offices, currency terms, and more!

Dictionary of International Business Terms

Ref HD62.4 C36 2004

Lean TPM A Blueprint for Change

By Dennis McCarthy and Nick Rich

Call# TS192 .M478 2004

"Based on their experience of working with organizations that have successfully achieved outstanding performance, McCarthy and Rich provide the tools and techniques that convert strategic vision into practical reality. Lean TPM accelerates the benefits of continuous improvement activities within any manufacturing environment by challenging wasteful working practices, releasing the potential of the workforce, targeting effectiveness and making processes work as planned. Lean TPM provides a single change agenda for organizations. It will help to develop robust supply chain relationships and to optimize the value generating process. Supported by an integrated route map and comprehensive benchmark data, this book enables engineers, technicians and managers to explore this potent technique fully." ?-Barnes and Noble

Macromolecular Symposia no.214 6th Annual UNESCO School & IUPAC Conference on Macromolecules & Materials Science

By R.D. Sanderson and H. Pasch

Call# QD380 .M328 no.214

"The UNESCO School and Conference on Macromolecules & Materials Science is held annually in different locations in South Africa. World authorities in various fields of macromolecular science are invited to give tutorials at the UNESCO School and informative penuries at the conference. The exposure to new ideas and advanced concepts in macromolecular Science is of great importance for South African students and senior staff alike coming from different universities and research institutions. The 6th UNESCO School & IUPAC Conference focused on polymer properties with a special session on the characterization of polyolefins. Abridged versions of a number of papers are compiled to create the present volume of Macromolecular Symposia." ?-Wiley Publishers

European Symposium on Computer-Aided Process Engineering-14 37th European Symposium of the Working Party on Computer-Aided Process Engineering, Vol. 18

By Ana Barbosa-Povoa, Henrique Matos

Call# TP155.75 .E97 2004

"This book contains papers presented at the 14th European Symposium on Computer Aided Process Engineering (ESCAPE-14). The ESCAPE symposia bring together scientists, students and engineers from academia and industry, who are active in the research and application of Computer Aided Process Engineering." ?-Barnes and Noble

Tufted Carpet: Textile Fibers, Dyes, Finishes, and Processes

By Von Moode and Howard Needles

Call# TT853 .M66 2004

"This 'must have' reference is for everyone who works in the carpet industry and for all carpet buyers. Tufted Carpet is a unique practical guide covering all aspects of the preparation, manufacture, and performance of tufted carpets. It combines Von Moody's original work and research, based on his eighteen years' experience in the carpet industry, with Howard L. Needles' extensive background in textile fibers and dyes." ?-Barnes and Noble

Silk 13th to 18th centuries, Treasures from the Museum of Islamic Art

By Jon Thompson

Call# NK8899.5 .S54 M87 2004

"Silk is a fundamental part of the Islamic world. We can read accounts of fabulous costumes and magnificent tents, and of whole cities made of silk, with colours so rich that people were overwhelmed by their sheer beauty. Remarkably few of the silk textiles made for the royal courts and the great palaces survive today, but the collection of the Museum of Islamic Art, Qatar, contains examples that express the wonders of this past, the imagination of these artists and the great skill of the weavers and dyers. This publication of twenty masterpieces provides a unique opportunity to share the beauties of silk and selected treasures of Qatar's Museum of Islamic Art with a wider audience, prior to the opening of the new Museum planned for 2007, where this collection will find a permanent home." ?-Textile and Art Publications

Polymer Spectroscopy 14th European Symposium on Polymer Spectroscopy

By Eichhorn and Fischer

Call# QD380 .M328 no.184

"Spectroscopic techniques are among the most developed and useful tools for investigating bulk polymers and polymer surfaces. The variety of sepectroscopic analyses possible is very broad, and includes IR, Raman, UV/vis, fluorescence, NMR, EPR, mass spectroscopy, XPS, EELS, electrical, mechanical and ultrasound. These methods can be used to study characteristics such as order and crystallinity, phase transitions, deformation and viscoelasticity, and also surface modification. All these topics as well as modern trends such as the application of electric fields and supercritical fluids, and in-line process monitoring, were discussed at the 14th European Symposium on Polymer Spectroscopy (ESOPS 14) held in Dresden, Germany in September 2001, and are presented in this volume of macromolecular Symposia." ?-Amazon

Learn more about arguements made against CAFTA in a press conference held by Austin-based Texas Fair Trade Coalition. (The proposed CAFTA legislation would eliminate tariffs for 15-years on textiles going to Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua and allow sugar to flow into American markets.) The Monitor article is available at the NCSU Libraries through ProQuest:

CAFTA Naysayers Speak Out Locally

Find global contacts by institution including professors, deans, librarians and curators.

Locate academic institutions around the world including research institutes, museums, art galleries, libraries, archives,schools of art, and universities.

The World of Learning

Ref AS2 W67 ed.53 2003

Michael James: Art and Inspirations

By Michael James, David Lyon, Patricia Harris, and Joyce Lytle

Call# TT835 .J26 1998

"The artistry of world-class quilter Michael James is spotlighted in this third volume in the Art & Inspirations series. It includes a retrospective of the artist's past work and includes his most recent creations, showing an approach to color, fabric selection, and composition that is radically different from his past work. 83 color illustrations." ?-Barnes and Noble

Fourier Analysis

By Eric Stade

Call# QA403.5 .S736 2005

"Rich in both theory and application, Fourier Analysis presents a unique and thorough approach to a key topic in advanced calculus. Written at a rigorous level yet in an engaging style that does not dilute the material, Eric Stade brings two profound aspects of the discipline to the forefront: the wealth of applications of Fourier analysis in the natural sciences, and the enormous impact Fourier analysis has had on the development of mathematics as a whole. Based upon the principle that theory and practice are fundamentally linked, Fourier Analysis is the ideal text and reference for students in mathematics, engineering, physics, as well as scientists and technicians in a broad range of disciplines who use Fourier analysis in real world situations." ?-Wiley Publishers

Luminous Chemical Vapor Deposition and Inerface Engineering

By Hirotsuga Yasuda

Call# QD381.8 .Y34 2005

"Yasuda (chemical engineering, University of Missouri-Columbia) provides in-depth coverage of the technologies and various approaches in luminous chemical vapor deposition (LCVD) and showcases the development and use of LCVD procedures in industrial scale applications. The book provides broad coverage of the relationships involved in the interface between gas/solid, liquid/solid, and solid/solid which can be utilized in low-pressure plasma interface engineering, with attention focused on plasma polymerization. Coverage progresses from fundamentals of LCVD through operation of LCVD and LCVT, surfaces and interfaces, and interface engineering." ?-Amazon

Creating Value Through International Strategy

By Africa Arino, Pankaj Ghemawat, and Joan Ricart

Call# HD62.4 .C74 2004

"Everyday, more and more companies embark on international business. Through a collection of articles by leading scholars in International Business this book answers fundamental questions such as: How do companies create value through global strategy? What are the sources of value creation? How do companies organize themselves and manage the process of international expansion? How does location specificity matter in this process? Creating Value through Global Strategy will be of interest to academics and professionals in international business and management." ?-Amazon

Field Guide To Project Management

By David L. Cleland

Call# HD69 .P75 F54 1998B

"The skillful blend of conceptual basics and hands-on practice that made Field Guide to Project Management a cornerstone resource in the field is now completely updated in a new Second Edition. One of the best-known authorities on project management, David Cleland developed this new edition for professionals who need a dependable, on-the-job resource to answer questions and solve problems as they arise. Field Guide to Project Management, Second Edition is unmatched in its wealth of reliable information on project management systems and its concise and accessible format, also making it the perfect volume to read cover to cover for a unique, up-to-date survey of the field. Every aspect of project management is addressed with practical explanations and advice by a who's-who roster of expert authors who cover planning techniques, concepts, paradigms, processes, tools, and techniques. A relevant book across all professional levels and industries, this Second Edition covers the areas of project management that are critical to successful implementation, as defined by the Project Management Institute (PMI). This Project management systems are a primary means of dealing with organizational change and execution of enterprise strategies across a wide range of applications, such as construction management, benchmarking, competitive analysis, crisis management, new business development, quality management, and self-directed production teams. Now more than ever, Field Guide to Project Management, Second Edition is a must-own volume for project managers, product developers, team leaders, and executive personnel in all industries. " ?-Barnes and Noble

McCutcheon?s 2005 Emulsifiers and Detergents, North American Edition

Call# TP992.5 .M24 2005 v.1

"The North American and International Editions have been published since 1947 for purchasers and users of surfactant materials. Two editions cover over 10,000 products worldwide by trade name, chemical description, manufacturer, form, concentration, ionic type, CAS Number, HLB and application." ?-The Manufacturing Confectioner

Erosion Control Fabric - Geotextile designed for stabilizing slopes and embankments by retaining silt or soil while allowing plant roots to grow through.

Quiz Question
Which of the following is a coarse, plain weave, dyed cotton fabric made in Great Britain?

A. Chikti
B. Chilim
C. Chijimi
D. Chilli

(Answer from last week's question: Decalcomania (B) is a process for transforming designs from specially prepared paper to textiles.)

(Tortora, Phyllis G. and Robert S. Merkel, eds. Fairchild's Dictionary of Textiles. 7th ed. New York: Fairchild Publications, 1996.)

Learn why the Garments and Textiles Trade Board believes exports from the Phillipines will increase in a BusinessWorld article available at the NCSU Libraries through ProQuest:

Trade Department Expects Garments to Gain Ground

This is a good two volume set of Italian fashion including history, influences, and examples in photographs:

Italian Fashion: The Origins of High Fashion and Knitwear

Italian Fashion: From Anti-Fashion to Stylism

Ref GT968 I85 1987 v.1-2

Quality Management System Handbook for Product Development Companies

By Vivek Nanda

Call# TS156 .N25 2005

"Quality Management System Handbook for Product Development Companies describes a systematic approach for quality management and continuous improvement via a formal management system. The approach centers on a high-level process for defining a QMS - from essential prerequisites to improvement mechanisms. The book outlines the five major QMS phases: implementation planning; definition; refinement; deployment; and continuous improvement." ?-Barnes and Noble

Supplement: Great Ideas in Retailing - Retail Management: A Strategic Approach

By Barry Berman & Joel R. Evans

Call# HF 5429 B45 2004 Suppl.

Textiles and the Skin Volume 31

By P. Elsner, K. Hatch, and W. Wigger-Alberti

Call# RL244 .T496 2003

"Bringing together contributions from dermatologists and textile engineers, this text addresses professional from both fields so that they can better understand the medical aspects of textile interaction with the human skin. Chapters cover clothing and thermoregulation; clothing as protection from solar radiation; textiles used in compression treatment for burns; textile detergent causes of dermatitis; textile dyes of allergic contact allergens; and cutaneous immediate-type reactions to textiles." ?-Barnes and Noble

Impact of Preferential Rules of Origin in the Textile and Clothing Sectors in Africa

By Roman Grynberg

Call# KQC948 .T4 I27 2004

"The MultiFibre Agreement (MFA) due to be phased out by 1 January 2005 heralds the emergence of freer trade. Alongside the MFA phase-out there has been a proliferation of preferential trading arrangements which has resulted in new and more complex forms of managed trade in textiles and clothing. This volume of five studies by Commonwealth experts gives an economic analysis of rules of origin relating to Africa under various existingpreferential arrangements. It provides trade policy practitioners with an indication of how rules of origin have dramatically affected the emerging trade in textiles and clothing in Southern Africa. These studies conclude that while rules of origin as trade policy instruments will become less significant in coming years with the reduction of MFA tariff, they will continue to play an important role in determining the patterns of international trade in the foreseeable future." ?-Amazon