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Hakama

Hakama is a type of traditional Japanese clothing. Hakama covers the lower body and resembles a wide, pleated skirt. Hakama were originally worn only by men, but today they are worn in a different...

False Twist

Turns inserted in opposite directions and in equal numbers in adjacent elements of yarn, silver (q.v.) or similar aggregations of fibres or filaments, and that are characterised by their temporary...

Sock

Presser Foot

A part of the sewing machine that holds the fabric down to help it feed through the machine evenly. There are many different kinds of presser feet, each designed to make a particular sewing task...

Metamerism

Metamerism is a term used in the textile industry to describe the phenomenon of color matching under one set of lighting conditions, but appearing different when viewed under another set of lighting...

Knitting needle gauge

Knitting needle gauge is a tool used in the textile industry to measure and identify the size of knitting needles. It helps knitters determine the appropriate needle size for their projects, ensuring...

Petticoat

In the textile industry, a petticoat refers to a garment worn under a skirt or dress to provide shape, support, and modesty. It is typically made of lightweight fabrics and is designed to add...

Warp Knit's Web: Textile’s Intricate Dance of Durability and Design

Warp Knit: The Weave of Wonders in the Textile RealmWhen one thinks of knitting, images of intertwined yarns forming fabrics might emerge. However, the technique that encapsulates the essence of...