The formation of little fuzzy balls on a fabric surface caused by the rubbing off of a fiber’s loose ends that are too long or strong to break away.
Fabric with cut or uncut loops which stand up densely on the surface. Not to be confused with napped fabrics, which have brushed surfaces. Velvets,...
A three-dimensional surface construction in which cut or uncut loops protrude from the ground cloth. The loops may be made of warp or filling yarns...
A common method of dyeing that allows flexibility to meet color demands, i.e. a material dyed in the piece after weaving.
One thread of warp or filling.
Made from photoengraved rollers that transfer photographs to cloth. Several processes, all adapted from color printing on paper.
A medium to heavy drapeable fabric with a satin weave and delustered finish; a traditional fabric for wedding dresses.
An irregular or rough surface with a pebbly look, as in a pebble crepe.
A finish usually applied to either satin or velvet in order to give the surface a high luster.