Weave

selvage

02.10.2025

Heavy reinforced outside woven edges of cloth.

seersucker

A thin, all-cotton fabric, commonly striped.

seconds

Imperfect fabrics with weave, finish or dyeing flaws.

seam slippage

The movement of yarns in a fabric that occurs when it is pulled apart at a seam.

screen prints

Similar to stencil work, except that a screen is used. Certain areas of the screen are treated to take dye, others to resist dye. A paste is forced...

Scottish plaid

A coarse, very durable twilled woolen fabric made of Scottish native wool.

Schiffi

A machine for embroidering and making heavy venise lace.

satin weave

Basic weave, characterized by floats running in the warp direction in such a manner that gives the fabric a gloss, luster or shine.

satin finish

A glossy finish given to many fabrics.