Cire is a French term that refers to a shiny, waxed or glazed finish on a textile. This effect is created by applying heat and pressure to the fabric surface, which melts the surface fibers and...
Easy Care is a term commonly used in the textile industry to describe fabrics and garments that require minimal effort to maintain and keep in good condition. It refers to the ability of a textile...
Johnny collar is a style of collar commonly used in clothing, especially in polo shirts and other casual tops. It is a type of collar that does not have a fold-over design and has a V-neckline. This...
In this type of quilting, shapes are cut and sewn together to form a design. There is no background piece and the seams are hidden on the back side of the quilt top. Pieces may be geometric or may be...
A treatment of cotton yarn or fabric to increase its luster. Its affinity for dyes is also enhanced. In the process, the material is immersed under tension in a sodium hydroxide (caustic soda)...