To align strands of FILLING YARN and push them up close together as they are woven. The REED accomplishes this by advancing and receding from the cloth after each passage of the SHUTTLE, driving each...
Fabrics treated with special chemical agents or finishes to make them resistant to burning. Today many fabrics achieve this property by using fibers that have this property built directly into the...
Satin fabric is a type of textile known for its smooth, lustrous surface and luxurious appearance. It is characterized by its unique weaving technique, which creates a glossy front surface and a dull...
In textile terminology, "matte" refers to a finish or appearance characterized by a non-shiny, flat, or dull surface. It is a desirable quality for certain fabrics and materials, as it can create a...
Is the Indian word for the more basic form of tie-dye. Small areas of plain cloth are tightly bound with cotton thread; the cloth is then immersed in a dye bath and after drying, the ties are removed...