Lace-making is an ancient craft. A lace fabric is lightweight openwork fabric, patterned, either by machine or by hand, with open holes in the work. The holes can be formed via removal of threads or...
The ability of a fabric to take in moisture. Absorbency is a very important property, which effects many other characteristics such as skin comfort, static build-up, shrinkage, stain removal, water...
Cire is a French term that refers to a shiny, waxed or glazed finish on a textile. This effect is created by applying heat and pressure to the fabric surface, which melts the surface fibers and...
A tarpaulin or tarp is a large sheet of strong, flexible, water resistant or waterproof cloth, often canvas coated with plastic or latex. Tarps are used as shelter from the elements ? i.e. wind,...
Pepper and salt is a textile term that refers to a woven fabric that is created by using a mixture of different colored fibers. The fabric is named after the popular seasoning combination, which is...