It is a finished cloth produced by passing the fabric between heated rollers under pressure. This results in a fabric having a smooth, glossy surface and is normally applied to cotton and linen...
An anorak or parka is a type of heavy jacket with a hood, generally lined with fur or fun fur, so as to protect the face from a combination of sub-zero temperatures and wind. Although of Inuit...
A term used to describe the uniformity of colour accross a large piece of fabric. In general terms the faster you try and dye something or the greater % of applied dye you try to fix on a fibre the...
In the context of textiles, "creep" refers to the gradual deformation or elongation that occurs in a fabric or fiber over time when it is subjected to a constant load or stress. It is a property of...
In the context of textiles, a harness refers to a component or structure used in weaving machines to control the movement of warp yarns during the weaving process. It plays a crucial role in the...