A yarn composed of one or more filaments (q.v.) that run the whole length of the yarn.
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Yarns of one filament and yarns of several filaments are referred to as mono-filament and...
Treatment or process designed to alter or improve the surface appearance, function or texture of a fabric. Examples include: mercerizing, calendaring, glazing, moir?, napping, shearing, cropping,...
A type of loom on which small, geometric figures can be woven in as a regular pattern. Originally this type of loom needed a "dobby boy" who sat on the top of the loom and drew up warp threads to...
Satin fabric is a type of textile known for its smooth, lustrous surface and luxurious appearance. It is characterized by its unique weaving technique, which creates a glossy front surface and a dull...
An unintentional fold in a fabric that may be introduced at some stage in processing and that is not readily removed by those means normally available to a garment maker, e.g. steam pressing. (See...