1. FIBRE. General term used for immature, undeveloped cotton fibres. May cause increased nep-piness on the fabric and also may cause uneven dyeing. May show up as undyed specks, due to poor dye...
An unintentional fold in a fabric that may be introduced at some stage in processing and that is not readily removed by those means normally available to a garment maker, e.g. steam pressing. (See...
In the world of textiles, a lay plan is a critical aspect of the production process. It is a detailed document that outlines the positioning of pattern pieces on a fabric, which will be used to...
Silk, cotton, rayon, or synthetic fibers in a gauze or lino weave that is a very lightweight, open, sheer, or mesh fabric. Wears very well and launders very well. Typically has a swivel dot or clip...
In the context of textiles, the term "solid" refers to a type of fabric that has a uniform color or pattern without any visible designs, textures, or variations. It is the simplest and most basic...