A part of the sewing machine that holds the fabric down to help it feed through the machine evenly. There are many different kinds of presser feet, each designed to make a particular sewing task...
Some polymeric fibres are spun by melting the polymer to a liquid state. The liquid is forced through the spinner opening under pressure and cooled by a jet of air to form the filament. Nylon can be...
A loose, sleeved coat-like garment worn over an inner garment like the angarakha (q.v.), generally sumptuous and appropriate for ceremonial occasions. Of Turkish origin, the chogha was also known as...
Sheting is a term commonly used in the textile industry, specifically in relation to fabrics and materials used in the production of bed sheets. It refers to a particular type of fabric construction...
A trapeze top in the realm of textiles refers to a specific style of women's garment characterized by its loose, flowing silhouette. It is named after the trapezoid shape, as it widens gradually from...