The term "chemise" in the context of textiles refers to a loose-fitting, lightweight garment that is typically worn as an undergarment or sleepwear. It originated in medieval times and has evolved...
A minimally processed cotton fabric. Bits of cotton seed, stems and other plant components are in the yarn. These specks of brown give the fabric its natural and rustic appearance. The yarns are...
The outer edge of both sides of a woven fabric where the weft turns to go back across and through the warp. This is a stiffer and denser woven area of about 1/3-1/2 inch and is usually trimmed off...
Head coverings during the 16th century ranged from the simple to the complex. The simplest, which was worn throughout the 16th century and well into the 17th, was the "coif". The coif is, quite...
In the textile industry, various tools and equipment are employed to enhance efficiency and accuracy during production processes. One such device is the tack spitter, an essential tool used for...