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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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Net

Textiles; Fabric

A very porous, open fabric similar to mesh and often made with synthetic fibers.

Oil cloth

Textiles; Fabric

A plain-weave cotton fabric which is treated with a solution of linseed oil (an extract of the flax plant) and a coloring, and then glazed to ensure water-resistance. Oil cloth has been mostly ...

Organdy

Textiles; Fabric

A stiffened, sheer, lightweight, transparent fabric, usually made from tightly twisted cotton or polyester yarns, with a crisp finish. Will withstand repeated launderings and still preserve the crisp ...

Paisley

Textiles; Fabric

A swirled design named for the town of Paisley, Scotland, which was one of the major producers of the fabric in the early to mid-19th century. Often found on quilts, curtains and summery clothing.

Pashmina

Textiles; Fabric

Similar to cashmere, pashmina is the soft, fine underhair from a variety of goat found in Central Asia. From the Persian word for woolen.

Percale

Textiles; Fabric

A soft, smooth plain weave fabric made from carded and combed cotton yarns. Often found in summer wear and light bedding.

Raschel knit

Textiles; Fabric

A warp-knitted fabric that resembles handmade lace, crochet or nettings. A connecting yarn is interwoven among the vertical knit of the fabric.

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