What is "Manila" - Definition & Explanation
A type of fiber obtained from the leaves of the abacá, a relative of the banana. It is mostly used for pulping for a range of uses, including specialty papers and once used mainly to make Manila rope. Manila envelopes and Manila papers take their name from this fiber. See also "Natural Vegetable Fibers".
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Pyrenees
A wool fabric made in France from the wool of Pyrenees’ flocks of sheep. The Pyrenees are a mountain chain between France and Spain. The fabric is well known because it is a high quality fabric which...
Union Cloth
A plain weave fabric made from two or more different fibers. Most often a cotton warp and a linen...
Knit, knitting
Fabric where one or more yarns are formed into a series of interlocking...
Vented Bottom
The bottom hem of a shirt that is cut straight with side slits to allow ease of movement. Vents are usually 2"....
Companies for Manila: If you manufacture, distribute or otherwise deal in
Manila.