In textile terminology, "striated" refers to a fabric or textile surface that displays a pattern or design characterized by parallel lines or stripes. These lines or stripes can be of varying widths,...
A vegetable leaf fiber derived from the Musa textilis plant. It is mainly grown in the Philippines but is also found, in smaller amounts, in Africa, Malaysia, Indonesia and Costa Rica. The fiber is...
A pre-shrinkage process which involves the dampening with a sponge to woolen and worsted fabrics. The process is accomplished by rolling in moist muslin, or by steaming. This procedure is performed...
A Deep Dive into the Antimacassar: An Essential Textile ElementHistory and Origin of AntimacassarOriginating in the 19th century, the term 'antimacassar' derives from 'Macassar Oil', a popular hair...
A coarse fiber extracted from the fibrous outer shell of a coconut. Brown coir is harvested from fully ripened coconuts. It is thick, strong and has high abrasion resistance; it is typically used in...