Shaded or directional design that requires all parts of the garment to be cut in the same direction. May result from the print or weave of the fabric or the way the fabric is made. Velvet,...
In textile terminology, the crotch seam refers to a specific seam found in garments that connects the front and back panels of the pant or trouser at the crotch area. It is designed to provide shape,...
A type of carpet where the pile is inserted one row of tufts at a time, each row representing a section of the overall pattern. The tufts are `U'-shaped, and are anchored at the bottom into the...
A needlepoint lace on a fine net background. Characterized by a heavy thread (cordonnet) outlining the design. Although usually machine made, there are instances where the cordonnet is inserted/done...
Faux silk, also known as artificial silk or synthetic silk, is a type of fabric designed to mimic the appearance and texture of natural silk, but it is made from synthetic fibers instead. It offers a...