A finishing process for woven or knit fabrics in which brushes or other abrading elements are used to raise a nap (a fuzzy or downy surface). Brushed fabrics have a soft, slightly weathered,...
A cylindrical or slightly tapered barrel, with or without flanges, for holding slubbings, rovings (q.v.) or yarns. (The term is usually qualified to indicate the purpose for which it is used, e.g....
May be a bobbin or needlepoint lace usually on a machine made ground. Sometimes designs are appliqu?d on the ground. As Brussels Belgium is important in the history of lace-making, many different...
Sandwashing is a textile finishing technique that involves treating fabric or garments with sand or abrasive materials to create a soft, worn-in appearance and a subtle texture. This process is...
A twill whose name is derived from the Latin word Granum, which refers to the grainy quality of the textile. This granular quality is achieved by a broken twill weave. It is made of a cotton warp and...