I found the whole process extremely confusing and I got confused between THEME & SUBJECT. I decided to start again with 10 new words that were easier to categorise and work with. My New words are:
- CLOTHES
- INFO-GRAPHICS
- SHIRT DESIGN
- SAVING MONEY
- WASHING
- PAKAGE DESIGN
- CLOTHING STORAGE
- BRAND IDENTITY
- MATERIALS
- COST
The task is to find the following- 10 Facts - 10 people - 10 objects - 10 words- FOR EACH WORD.
CLOTHES
Facts:
1) It takes ten times as long to weave a piece of fabric by hand as to sew a garment from that fabric, and ten times as long to spin the thread needed for a piece of cloth as it does to weave that piece of fabric.
2) Linen is the oldest continually used fiber for fabric, followed closely by hemp.
3) Nettles (the weeds that sting) make a softer, finer, silkier, and stronger fiber than linen, and have been used in northern parts of the world for just as long.
4) Cotton was first domesticated in India, but was expensive until Eli Whitney invented the cotton gin in the early 1800’s. Until then, linen was the cheap fabric, used for everything from linings to wads for cannons.
5) Wool is exclusively the name for the fiber obtained from sheep, and refers either to the hairy top coat or the soft undercoat of a sheep.
6) Llama, alpaca, cashmere, and camel are not wools—they are fine fibers or hairs that can be used like wool.
7) A typical sheep, shorn once per year, yields about three to five pounds of wool.
8) Silk is obtained from the cocoons of silk worms, and is harvested by dipping the cocoons in hot water and unwinding it. It is then spun, or even sometimes used as-is, as some cocoons will yield silk fibers up to a mile or more long!
9) Silk has been raised or imported into Europe since before the times of the Romans. It did not come in with Marco Polo.
10) Rayon, derived from wood pulp, often relies on clearing old growth forests to make way for water-hungry eucalyptus trees, from which the fiber is derived.
People:
1) Ben Sherman
2) Austin Read
3) Giorgio Armani
4) Paul Smith
5) Alexander McQueen
6) Chris Bailey
7) John Richmond
8) John Galliano
9) Philipe Treacy
10) Stella McCartney
Objects:
1) T-Shirt
2) Shirt
3) Jeans
4) Socks
5) Trousers
6) Pants
7) Boxer Shorts
8) Jumper
9) Skirt
10) Water Coat
Words:
1) Soft
2) Martial
3) Fashion
4) Look
5) Individualism
6) Design
7) Logo
8) Colour
9) Size
10) Shop
INFO - GRAPHICS
Facts:
1) Visual representations of information, data or knowledge
2) These graphics present complex information quickly and clearly
3) Today information graphics surround us in the media, in published works both pedestrian and scientific, in road signs and manuals.
4) They illustrate information that would be unwieldy in text form, and act as a visual shorthand for everyday concepts such as stop and go.
5) In newspapers, infographics are commonly used to show the weather, as well as maps and site plans for newsworthy events, and graphs for statistical data
6) Although they are used heavily in children's books, they are also common in scientific literature, where they illustrate physical systems, especially ones that cannot be photographed (such as cutaway diagrams, astronomical diagrams, and images of microscopic or sub-microscopic systems).
7) Modern maps, especially route maps for transit systems, use infographic techniques to integrate a variety of information, such as the conceptual layout of the transit network, transfer points, and local landmarks.
8) Traffic signs and other public signs rely heavily on information graphics, such as stylized human figures (the ubiquitous stick figure), icons and emblems to represent concepts such as yield, caution, and the direction of traffic. Public places such as transit terminals usually have some sort of integrated "signage system" with standardized icons and stylized maps.
9) Technical manuals make extensive use of diagrams and also common icons to highlight warnings, dangers, and standards certifications.
10) Early humans created the first information graphics: cave paintings and later maps.
People:
1) Jessica Bachman
2) Jeremy Yingling
3) Steve Jobs
4) Ben Fry
5) David McCandelless
6) Steve Bailey
7) Milena Radzikoska
8) Kathy Burke
9) Mustafa Alami
10) John Greats
Objects:
1) Sign Posts
2) Posters
3) Walls
4) Magazines
5) Books
6) Phones (Apps)
7) Internet
8) Packaging
9) Instruction Manual
10) TV Remote
Words:
1) Percentages
2) Ratio
3) Fact
4) Information
5) Graphic Design
6) Imagery
7) Colour
8) Meaning
9) Understanding
10) Teaching
SHIRT DESIGN
Facts:
1) T-shirts are a staple of almost everyone’s wardrobe
2) Plastisol is the process when your design on your t-shirt begins to peal away.
3) The solution to all this is a new water based dying process called REHANCE
4) Designs has pioneered a new screenprinting technology that utilizes water-based chemistry instead of plastic inks
5) REHANCE is much safer for the environment and human health as it has no PVC (polyvinyl chloride)
6) Today, ninety-one percent of Americans profess to owning a "favorite" T-shirt.
7) Thirty-four percent say white is the color of their favorite T-shirt, nearly doubling the votes received by the second and third choices: blue and black, respectively.
8) Sixty-two percent claim to own more than ten t-shirts (that alone is 1.5 billion T's! Line them up, and they'd circle the globe 34 times!)
9) Overall 70 percent of men and 54 percent of women have more than 10 t-shirts.
10) Of the younger crowd (18-24 years old) 79 percent have more than 10 t-shirts.
People:
1) Andre Beato
2) Rose Blake
3) Sam Currie
4) Ryan Stephens
5) Shepard Fairey
6) Banksey
7) Dan Stirling
8) Paul Smith
9) John Richmond
10) Giorgio Armani
Objects
1) Ink
2) Materials
3) Screen Printer
4) T-Shirt
5)
Words
Saving Money
Facts
1) Exchange rates are rising and falling constantly, going through cycles. But now, the Euro is going to weaken against Sterling. This could be good news for those moving Sterling from the UK to France, but it does make planning ahead more difficult.
2) In France, different banks charge different rates so it is worth shopping around! On average, the annual cost of a French bank account is €65 or so. If you are paying more than this rate, you should try to find a cheaper solution.
3) According to EDF (the French electricity company), if you turn down the thermostat of your heating from 20c to 19c, you can reduce your consumption by up to 7%! For any enquiries, you can ask EDF for a free assessment about making the most efficient use of electricity and gas: it is called the ‘Conseil Tarifaire’.
4) In France, you must be very cautious about paying your bills on time. You’ll avoid late payment charges which are rather hefty. Late payment of tax and energy bills can reach sums of between €45 and €60. Most of them can now be paid online; it is easier, well explained and straightforward. In case you can’t pay, contact the appropriate services straightaway. Know that it is always possible to discuss your options first without late payment charges, and for a system to be worked out that suits your budget.
5) Cars are quite expensive in France turn out to be very expensive you could try a car hire company. Buying directly from them could enable you to save up to 10% of a normal purchase. For example on a €15,000 car, you could save €1,500..
6) Shopping in so called ‘hard discount’ stores such as Lidl, Netto or Aldi instead of well known grocery chains whose prices remain higher than the average would save you money too. Also regularly check second hand products sold on the internet, especially on Ebay, Le Bon Coin or CDiscount. These are sources of potential bargains.
7) Perhaps surprising for some, French motorways aren’t all free- there are still toll charges on many roads. If you have bought a house in the South, maybe in PACA or Languedoc-Roussillon, try to avoid some of the motorways, especially during summer holidays when they are very busy anyway. How about Taking the train or the TGV (the High Speed Train) if you want to go to the seaside, especially as it is quicker and cheaper if you book your tickets a long time in advance.
8)There are so many activities that you can do in France for free including going to festivals, visiting museums, and hiking. It is worth checking with your Syndicat d’Initiative and plenty of websites that offer great deals . In addition, you could try house swaps, an activitythat’s becoming more popular in France. Just let someone use your house for a predetermined period (a week-end, a couple of weeks…) and use theirs in another part of the country- a great idea for a cheap holiday!
9) As you may know, one of France’s greatest assets is its state health system. Find out how it works and what you need to do to obtain the right level of care and insurance. Keep updated with the latest health stories as well as first-hand accounts of people who have used the system. Nevertheless, for private travel, health insurance is advised.
10) f you’re looking for decorative items and furniture for your French property, shop around. The main retail outlets (including Conforama, Ikea and But) will be more expensive then certain smaller companies out there. Try Fly and Gifi who have similar products for far less. La Redoute, one of France’s biggest companies, sells furniture and homeware at reduced prices too.
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