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

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yarn

Textiles; Fabric

Any long, continuous piece of entwined fibre that is used for the production of textiles or knits.

zibeline

Textiles; Fabric

Named after the zibeline animal of Siberia, this textile is a satin weave faric made from the wool of cross-bred worsted yarns. Zibeline is napped, then steamed and pressed. It ...

acetate

Textiles; Fabric

A manufactured fiber formed by compound of cellulose. It resists shrinkage, moths and mildew, but is not a strong fabric as it breaks easily and has poor resistance to abrasion. ...

acrylic

Textiles; Fabric

A manufactured fiber that has a soft, wool-like feel, and uneven finish, and its fibers create a strong weave that is machine washable, dryable, and resists shrinkage.

alencon lace

Textiles; Fabric

An ornate needle lace fabric with a floral design on a sheer net background, originating in the French town of Alencon in the 16th century.

alpaca

Textiles; Fabric

A natural hair fiber from the alpaca animal, a member of the llama family. It's rich, luxurious, soft, lightweight, and warm, with a luster similar to cashmere or mohair.

angora

Textiles; Fabric

One of the finest fur fibers made, angora comes from the natural hair of the angora rabbit. It is long, silky, fine, and fluffy, but sheds and mats over time.