In the United States and Canada, the weight, in pounds, of a ream (500 sheets) of paper cut to the basic size. Also called ream weight and substance weight (sub weight). In countries using ISO paper...
A slip is an undergarment worn under clothing if it is sheer or to prevent clinging. A half-slip serves the same purpose as a full slip but it is cut like a skirt, whereas a full slip is cut like a...
Pocket facing is a term used in textile and garment manufacturing to describe a fabric piece that is attached to the opening of a pocket. It serves both functional and aesthetic purposes, enhancing...
A yarn made by taking a group of short staple fibers, which have been cut from the longer continuous filament fibers, and then twisting these short staple fibers together to form a single yarn, which...
Angora wool is a luxury textile fiber that comes from the soft, thick, and silky coat of the angora rabbit. It is a highly valued and sought-after fiber for its exceptional softness, warmth, and...