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Rocker
A chair which tips back and forth in place. Traditional rockers have arched supports on the legs. Platform rockers move on springs on stationary bases. There are also swivel rockers and rocker...
Gauze/Cheesecloth
A loosely woven, thin, sheer, plain weave fabric usually...
Deco
Refers to designs which suggest the Art Deco style of the 20's and 30's, characterized by bold outlines and streamlined...
Sett
Denotes the spacing of ends or picks, or both, and is expressed as the number of threads per centimetre.
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The state of the fabric at the time should be described, e.g. loom, grey,....