China silk is a plain weave silk of various weights. This silk is the "hand" or touch that many people identify as silk. There are various weights of China silk from light, used for linings and many...
Insole is a term used in the textile industry to refer to the inner part of a shoe or boot that is designed to provide cushioning and support to the wearer's foot. It is a layer of material that is...
A method of applying shellac finish by repetitive application of shellac, alcohol, oil and pumice. Labor intensive and found on only high-end furniture....
Cap sleeves are a popular style of sleeve in textile design that is commonly used in women's clothing. This sleeve style is characterized by its short length, which extends only slightly over the...
A long crease mark (q.v.) in a dyed or finished textile and that runs approximately in the length direction.
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The marks are caused during wet processing in the rope form and may be the result...