The fiber burn test is a widely used method in the textile industry to identify and determine the composition of fibers or fabrics. It involves burning a small sample of the material and observing...
Frieze is a coarse woollen cloth with a nap on one side, that was raised by scrubbing it to raise curls of fibre (French: fris?). In the 19th century rough cheap frieze was made of wool mixed with...
The generic name given to a new family of cellulosic fibres and yarns that have been produced by solvent spinning. The process is widely regarded as being environmentally-friendly, and the product...
Gauntlets are a type of glove that extend beyond the wrist and provide coverage for part or all of the forearm. They are worn for protection or fashion purposes and have been around for...
A lightweight, plain weave, fabric, made from cotton, rayon, or acetate, and characterized by a puckered striped effect, usually in the warp direction. The crinkled effect is created through the...