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If the weft is inserted by shuttles, this fabric must be produced on a pick-at-will loom.
Stretch Yarns
Continuous filament synthetic yarns that have been altered through special treatments or modification to give them elasticity. Techniques include: twisting and untwisting, use of air jets, stuffer...
Shirring
Making puckers or gathers in a fabric, often by using elasticated thread in parallel...
Balabar
An outer garment, worn by men, related in shape to the coat-like...
Abestrine
A fabric name that may be applied to cloth made of....