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

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mercerize
Textiles; Fabric

The process developed in 1844 by John Mercer to give a shiny, smooth finish to cotton fabric. First, the fabric is singed, then passed through a solution of caustic soda and ...

mesh
Textiles; Fabric

A porous fabric with a net-like appearance.

microfibers
Textiles; Fabric

Made from extremely fine nylon or polyester filaments that when woven into textiles, makes them exceptionally soft while retaining their shape.

modal
Textiles; Fabric

Made from spun Beechwood cellulose, the bio-based fibers create textiles that do not fibrillate, or pill, and are resilient to shrinking and fading.

mohair
Textiles; Fabric

The long, lustrous hair from the Angora goat, renowned for its durability and strength.

moleskin
Textiles; Fabric

The name refers to the short, silky fur of a mole, but is actually a heavy durable cotton fabric with a short, thick, velvety nap. The surface is smooth and dense, resembling ...

muslin
Textiles; Fabric

A sheer, lightweight cotton fabric that is produced mainly in India. This plain-weave material can be used a thin blankets or as a backing for quilts.

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