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Dartmoor
Hardy wool from British mountain sheep. It is rather free from...
Uncut corduroy
A corduroy with the pile left uncut. The result is a strong woven fabric with a warpwise...
Sisal
A strong bast fiber that originates from the leaves of the Agave plant, which is found in the West Indies, Central America, and Africa. End-uses include cordage and...
Sponging
A pre-shrinkage process which involves the dampening with a sponge to woolen and worsted fabrics. The process is accomplished by rolling in moist muslin, or by steaming. This procedure is performed....