The physical parts of the zipper are: scoop teeth, chain, lock, pull tape, and slider. Zippers used in industrial clothing are metal or brass. Plastic zippers are used typical apparel garments....
The process of passing fabric through a calender in which a highly polished, usually heated steel bowl rotates at a higher surface speed than the softer (e.g. cotton-filled or paper-filled) bowl...
Sometimes called "Wild Silk' it is the product of the uncultivated silkworm-- more uneven, coarser and stronger than true or cultivated silk. Tussah takes dye poorly and is therefore often woven in...
A leotard is a close-fitting one-piece garment that covers the torso and legs, typically worn by dancers, gymnasts, and athletes. The garment is made from a stretchy, form-fitting material, such as...
In the realm of textiles, a seam line refers to the line or path created by joining two or more pieces of fabric together using stitches. It is the visible line where the edges of the fabric meet,...