Fiber

mercerization

02.10.2025

A treatment applied to cotton yarn and/or fabric to improve luster and increase the receptiveness of the fiber to dyes.

marl

Two yarns of different colors twisted around each other.

man-made fiber

Any fiber that is manufactured whether natural or synthetic in origin.

Lurex

Non-tarnishable aluminum yarns.

llama

The soft, strong underfleece of the llama, a South American animal similar to but smaller than a camel.

linen

Yarn, thread or fabric made of flax fibers. Noted especially for its strength, cool hand and luster.

lightfastness

Resistance to fading to the effects of sun or light.

leather

An animal skin that has been transformed into useful material through tanning.

lambs wool

The first fleece taken from a sheep up to seven months old. Softer, superior quality than wools taken from older sheep that have been previously sh...