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Fabric

Of or relating to a flexible woven material that consists of intertwined string, thread, or yarn.

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Fabric

Non-woven fabrics

Textiles; Fabric

Materials that are produced by interlocking or bonding fabrics together

Pile fabric

Textiles; Fabric

Fabric with cut fibers or uncut loops which stand up densely on the surface. Usually has a plush feel (i.e., bath towel, velvet).

Pique

Textiles; Fabric

Knit fabric with raised lengthwise "cords" which are part of the weave.

Pointelle

Textiles; Fabric

Pointelle is a kind of drop needle fabric. It is constructed to control the degree of unlooping of certain stitches and to provide for opening needles latches when necessary.

Printed fabric

Textiles; Fabric

A fabric with a pattern printed on it with an ink or dye.

bouclé

Textiles; Fabric

Woven or knitted fabric with a looped texture, popularised by fashion house Chanel.

cowl

Textiles; Fabric

A soft draping of fabric, cut so that the fabric can hang in soft folds. Often found on necklines and backs.

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