A chemical reaction that changes cellulose linters (cotton) into cellulose acetate. This reaction improves the heat and rot resistance of the fiber yet does not adversely affect the other good...
A sack coat is a type of jacket that is commonly associated with men's fashion in the late 19th century. It was popularized during the Victorian era and remained a staple of men's fashion well into...
A stiff-finished heavily sized fabric of cotton or linen used for interlinings in garments, for stiffening in millinery, and in bookbinding. Softens with heat. Can be shaped while warm. Name from...
Bycast leather, also known as split-grain leather or PU leather, is a type of synthetic leather material commonly used in the textile industry. It is a versatile and cost-effective alternative to...
Literally a color description given to yellow-brown, earth/dust tones or greenish tinged shades, the term khaki has also evolved to define a strong cloth made of cotton, worsted or linen yarns and...