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Abaca
A vegetable leaf fiber derived from the Musa textilis plant. It is mainly grown in the Philippines but is also found, in smaller amounts, in Africa, Malaysia, Indonesia and Costa Rica. The fiber is...
Monogram
Embroidered design composed of one or more letters, usually the initials in a...
Ajour
An embroidery technique which creates open areas, often in figured patterns and usually on a woven...
Burlap/Hessian
A coarse open fabric made of jute used for upholstery lining and bagging. When dyed or printed it is used in drapery, wall coverings,....