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Materials that will not fade or shrink during washing or laundering. Labels should be read by the consumer to assure proper results. Do not confuse with 'wash-and-wear'.
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Taffeta
A lustrous, medium-weight, plain-weave fabric with a slight ribbed appearance in the filling (crosswise) direction made from silk, rayon or synthetics. For formal wear, taffeta is a favorite choice....
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Ecru is a term used in textiles to describe a light beige or off-white color. The word "ecru" comes from the French word for "raw" or "unbleached," reflecting the natural, unbleached color of the...
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A rod that uses a series of carriers that glide within the rod to open and close the draperies. This enable the draperies to traverse past the supporting center brackets. Commercial quality traverse...
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Two or more lengths of fabric that are woven side by side and subsequently separated from each other by cutting along lines formed by leaving one or more dents. NOTE: Fraying at the cut edges may be...
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In textile manufacturing, the term "lap" refers to a sheet of fibrous material that is produced during the carding process. Carding is a process used to separate and align the fibers of a raw...
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Kodel in Textiles: A Deep Dive into Fiber InnovationIntroductionUnderstanding the evolution of textiles requires a scientific lens to appreciate the intricacies of fiber innovation. Kodel, a...
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Aida cloth is a type of textile that is commonly used in needlework projects such as cross-stitch and embroidery. It is a woven fabric that is characterized by its unique structure of evenly spaced...
Read about Aida clothElastomeric Yarn: Transforming the Fabric of the Textile Industry
A Yarn Formed From An Elastomer., Note 1: Elastomeric Yarn May Either Be Incorporated Into Fabric In The Bare State Or Wrapped With Relatively Inextensible Fibres. Wrapping Is Done By Covering (see...
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The first American textile mill was established in 1790 in Pawtucket, Rhode Island.