A fine, lightweight cotton in a plain weave that is produced in the finishing processes from the same gray goods as used for batiste, cambric, lawn. Soft and has a slight luster in the better...
In textile processing, "kiering" refers to a specific dyeing method used to achieve uniform and consistent coloration of fabrics or yarns. The kiering process involves treating the textile material...
Vegetable tanning refers to the use of natural tannins to create usable leather from hides. Natural tannins are present in bark, wood, leaves and fruits of chestnut, oak and hemlock trees. This...
The ability of a fabric to withstand exposure to sunlight, dry cleaning and laundering without fading or running. The types of fiber, dye and treatment used for setting the color determine how...
Shirring tape is a specialized type of tape used in the textile industry to create shirring or gathering effects in fabric. It is a versatile tool that enables the gathering of fabric to create...