A true crewel fabric is embroidered with crewel yarn (a loosely twisted, two-ply wool) on a plain weave fabric. Traditional crewel fabrics are hand-woven and embroidered in India. The design motif...
A brassard is a roughly triangular piece of fabric designed to be worn around the upper arm, held in place by a shoulder strap on the clothing underneath. It is used as an item of military uniform to...
The crinkle effect in textiles refers to a deliberate treatment or finishing technique applied to fabric to create a wrinkled or textured appearance. It is a popular design element used to add visual...
A tight fitting garment, designed to reduce friction. Used to describe the type of shorts worn by runners or a kind of trunks or briefs worn by racing swimmers. Also used to describe a form of brief...
Cool colors are a group of colors that are typically associated with a cool, calming feeling. These colors include blues, greens, and purples. Cool colors are often used in textiles to create a...