Boucle is a type of yarn or fabric characterized by its looped or curly texture. The word boucle comes from the French word "boucler," which means "to curl." Boucle can be made from a variety of...
In the textile industry, Left-hand Twill refers to a specific weaving pattern used to create fabrics. It is characterized by diagonal lines running from the bottom left to the top right of the...
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 chemical process in which short fuzzy fibres are sealed into a yarn or are removed from the cloth to make the fabric more porous. The strength of the fabric is not impaired. A porous fabric permits...
Beadwork is the art or craft of attaching beads to one another or to cloth using a needle and thread. Most beadwork takes the form of jewelry or other personal adornment, but beads are also used in...