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What is "Shell" - Definition & Explanation
Last Updated on: 06-Mar-2024 (4 months, 21 days ago)
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Shell
A fabric from which the garment is made.

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Shirring tape

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Alcohol, denatured

Solvent for shellac products, will not thin most other coatings. Can be dissolved in water for cleaning. Can be used in alcohol type stoves and chafing dishes. Ethanol is available as denatured...

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Fibrillation

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Poplin

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False Twist

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T-Bucket

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Exploring the Art of Dyeing: Transforming Textiles with Color

The process of applying dyes to fibres, yarns, fabrics or garments. The type of dye, method used and liquor ratio (i.e. The amount of water used relative to the amount of fabric) has a huge influence...

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