A Guide to Textile and Clothing
A Guide to Textile and Clothing
Definition of Quilted Fabric Quilted fabrics are layered materials consisting of two cloths that encase a filling and are stitched together to form a puffy unit. Composition of Quilted Fabrics The outer layers of these fabrics used for apparel are generally of cotton, polyester, nylon or blends of such fibres. For insulative purposes and to[…]
Fabrics are never made entirely of spandex fibre. As has been indicated, these yarns are frequently made in combination with other fibres. These yarns are generally incorporated with other yarns in fabrics. When bare spandex yarns are used, they are always utilized in conjunction with other yarns in fabrics. The form, amount, and other arrangement[…]
The properties of fabrics made of Orlon depend on the type of fibre used as well as how the material is woven, knitted, or finished. The several types of Orlon provide for flexibility in application due to differences in their properties. Therefore, fabric and garment performance should be evaluated in terms of these particular characteristics[…]
Definition of Fabric Napping Fabric napping is a finishing process applied to textiles to create a raised surface of fine fibers on one or both sides of the fabric. It involves brushing or raising the fibers from the fabric surface, resulting in a soft, fuzzy texture. The raised fibers are often referred to as “nap.”[…]
In the present day, who does not like tight-fitting clothing? It may be casual wear, performance wear, swimwear or fashionable products. But, before the invention of spandex, fashion designers could not think of this tight-fitting clothing. It is the Spandex filament that made all these happen to make stretchable clothing products. An overview of Lycra/Spandex/Elastane[…]
