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Some more terms:
Dimensional stability
Results when a fiber or fabric will neither stretch or shrink. Relaxation shrinkage is when fibers, when elongated during weaving or finishing relax to their natural size after being washed....

Sheaths
Usually have straight or close fitting skirts, accompanied by a form fitting bodice. The skirt is often ankle length and sometimes has a slit in either the front, side, or back to make walking...

Alternating Twist
It is a texturing procedure in which S and Z twist are alternately inserted in the yarn using special heating...

Reprocessed Wool
Fibers reclaimed from scraps of fabric never previously...

Eolienne
It's name comes from the term Eolus, which is Greek for God of Winds. This airy fiber has a low thread count and is very delicate. It is lightweight and is very....

Companies for Antique Taffeta:
If you manufacture, distribute or otherwise deal in Antique Taffeta.