In textile terminology, "show wood" refers to a specific type of decorative wood used in upholstery and furniture manufacturing. It refers to the exposed wood frame or legs of a piece of furniture,...
Cabled yarn is a type of spun yarn that is formed by twisting together multiple plies or singles in a specific manner to create a stronger, more durable yarn with enhanced characteristics. It is...
A method of layout to determine a right angle (square corner) in frames, fabric, construction, etc. It derives from the fact that a triangle with sides of 3-4-5 will have a right angle. The legs will...
Turns inserted in opposite directions and in equal numbers in adjacent elements of yarn, silver (q.v.) or similar aggregations of fibres or filaments, and that are characterised by their temporary...
Flannel is a soft, woven fabric that is typically made from wool, cotton, or synthetic fibers. It is characterized by its raised surface, which is achieved through a process called napping. Flannel...