Textiles

Textiles

Any cloth, woven or knitted fabric; especially the raw materials that are used to make clothing.

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synthetic

Textiles; Fabric

A fiber which has been man-made through the use of chemical combinations. Synthetic fibers often have increased durability, strength and resistance to the elements.

taffeta

Textiles; Fabric

With a smooth feel, and a crisp hand, taffeta can be made from a variety of fibers including silk and rayon. It has a subtle horizontal ribbing effect and provides lots of body ...

tapestry

Textiles; Fabric

A heavy, often ornately designed textile typically used for wall-hangings and large draperies. From the French tapis meaning carpet.

tartan

Textiles; Fabric

The traditional name for Scottish plaid cloth, originally made from wool with a twill weave. From the French tiretaine meaning "linsey-woolsey". The sett, or number of threads of ...

tencel

Textiles; Fabric

A fabric made from the cellulose of wood pulp, then processed into a silk-like fabric that is very soft with great drape. It's usually a medium weight fabric that can be easily ...