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Pleats

A fold of doubled fabric that is secured in place.

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pleat
Textiles; Manufactured fibers

Three layers of fabric involving two folds or reversals of direction; the back fold may be replaced by a seam.

pleat
Fashion; Style, cut & fit

A fold in fabric used to manipulate fullness. Multiple pleats are usually grouped together. There are many different types of pleats. Some of the most common, according to Women’s ...

pleated
Home furnishings; Bedding

Material that is sewn in folds, like a fan.

pleat
Apparel; Skirts & dresses

Gathering and bunching material on skirt fronts to create a darted look.

pleats
Textiles; Fabric

A fold of doubled fabric that is secured in place.

pleat
Hobbies; Sewing

A pleat (older plait) is a type of fold formed by doubling fabric back upon itself and securing it in place. It is commonly used in clothing and upholstery to gather a wide piece ...

viscose
Textiles; Fabric

A man made synthetic fiber, typically referred to as rayon. Viscose has a silken, smooth feel and a terrific drape, and is often used for linings and bridal garments.

voile
Textiles; Fabric

Usually made with cylindrical combed yarns, this plain, loosely woven fabric has an extremely clear surface because the excess fuzzy yarns are singed away. It is thin, ...

warp
Textiles; Fabric

The vertical threads in a particular fabric or on a loom.

interfacing & interlining
Textiles; Fabric

The fabric used between the inner and outer layers of a garment to enhance warmth, strength or shape. Interfacing fabrics come in fusible (pre-treated with glue and attached to ...

lamé
Textiles; Fabric

Pronouced "lamay", lame is a shiny evening wear fabric made from metallic yarns.

panné velvet
Textiles; Fabric

A highly lustrous, lightweight fabric, in which the pile is higher than velvet, but shorter than plush, and has been flattened. Has good stretch across the grain.

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