Some polymeric fibres are spun by melting the polymer to a liquid state. The liquid is forced through the spinner opening under pressure and cooled by a jet of air to form the filament. Nylon can be...
Grospoint is a luxurious and ornate fabric widely used in the textile industry. It is characterized by a raised pattern or design created by weaving thicker, heavier yarns into the fabric. The term...
(Natural) - Pigments are derived from organic materials such as vegetables, berries, bugs, clay, indigo, and other plant extracts to dye fabric. The weakness of natural dyes has been that many...
Tuck is a type of decorative stitch or pattern that is commonly used in textile design. It is created by folding or pleating fabric in a particular way and then stitching it in place. This creates a...
A twill whose name is derived from the Latin word Granum, which refers to the grainy quality of the textile. This granular quality is achieved by a broken twill weave. It is made of a cotton warp and...