Chemically, a substance that dissolves other substances, thus forming a solution. Water dissolves more substances than any other, and is known as the "universal solvent". In upholstery, solvent...
Garnetting is a process of textile recycling that involves the separation and reprocessing of fibers from fabrics, textiles, or other materials to produce a new form of material. The process...
Backstitching is a sewing technique that involves creating a strong, durable seam by stitching backward and forward over the same section of fabric. It is a commonly used technique in both...
A sock is a baglike covering for the foot and/or lower leg, which is designed to ease chafing between the foot to keep the feet warm and absorb sweat from the feet. Sock lengths vary, from covering...
This bast fibre comes from the Urena lobata plant. Wild, it grows 3 to 7 feet high and when cultivated can grow as tall as 13 feet. The fiber strands are cream coloured and have a wonderful luster....