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Ratine
Originated in Italy but is a French word that means rough. This fiber has an uneven, pebbled surface. It comes in solid colors and prints and is usually made from silk, cotton or...
Maline
A fine hexagonal open mesh net similar to tulle. Used for veils millinery...
Cellulose
A carbohydrate which is the chief component of the cell walls of plants. Cellulose is found in wood and in cotton, linen, jute, hemp, and all of the bast, leaf, and stem fibers. It is a basic raw...
Fell (Fabric)
The line of termination of the fabric in the loom, i.e. the line formed by the last weft....