An adhesive compound applied for the purpose of locking pile yarn tufts into a carpet backing, bonding a secondary backing to a primary backing, increasing the fabric body or stiffness, and...
Alpaca in Textile: Luxurious Fibers with a Rich HistoryAlpaca fibers are prized for their exceptional softness, warmth, and luxurious feel. These natural fibers, derived from the fleece of alpacas,...
The process of dyeing fiber prior to formation into yarns. Very high fastness dyes can be used and there is less pressure on getting color exactly right since batches can be blended prior to yarn...
Made from wool, cotton, linen, silk, rayon, or synthetics. In a basket weave. Monk?s cloth is heavy due to its construction. It is difficult to sew or manipulate as the yarns have a tendency to...
Serge is a type of twill fabric that has diagonal lines or ridges on both sides, made with a two-up, two-down weave. The worsted variety is used in making military uniforms, suits, great and trench...