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Seams that are sewn flat mean less bulk and less chance for abrasion against skin.
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A manufactured fiber, which, like acetate, is made by modifying cellulose. Tri-acetate is less absorbent and less sensitive to high temperatures than acetate. It can be hand or machine washed and...
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(woven fabric) - usually caused by an extra piece of yarn that is woven into fabric. It can also be caused by thick places in the yarn. Often is caused by fly waste being spun in yarn in the spinning...
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A process in which a fabric is printed with an adhesive, followed by the application of finely chopped fibres over the whole surface of the fabric by means of dusting-on, an air blast, or...
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A nonwoven structure made by extruding molten polymer through spinnerets to form fibres. Spunmelt processes are used in the manufacture of spunbond nonwovens, meltblown nonwovens and combinations of...
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Dimity is a type of lightweight, woven fabric that is known for its distinct corded or striped patterns. It is typically made from cotton or cotton blends and has been used in the textile industry...
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Fashion designer Thomas Tait is a Canadian-born designer who moved to London to study at Central Saint Martins.