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 Chiffon: Sheer.

 Chiffon-fabric has a sheer, transparent appearance, and when


held under a magnifying glass, it looks like a fine net or mesh.
 Rough feel. There are slight puckers in chiffon due to the alternating s-twist and
z-twist yarns.
 Stretch. ...
 Strong. ...
 Shimmery.
Soft

 It is its smooth surface

 Sheer. Chiffon-fabric has a sheer, transparent appearance, and when held


under a magnifying glass, it looks like a fine net or mesh.
 Rough feel. There are slight puckers in chiffon due to the alternating s-twist and
z-twist yarns.
 Stretch. Chiffon has a slight spandex-like feel as a result of being woven in
different directions. Silk chiffon has slightly more stretch than polyester chiffon,
as silk is naturally more pliable.
 Strong. Chiffon fabric, both silk and synthetic, is extremely strong as a result of
the twists of the yarns and the tight weave of the fabric.
 Shimmery. Chiffon has a shimmery surface. Silk chiffon has the most shimmer,
while cotton chiffon is more matte.

Real leather is a natural product. It breathes, is warm and has individual characteristics which
make each hide unique. The physical properties which make leather a unique and valuable
material for upholstery purposes include high tensile strength and good heat insulation.

Lace is an openwork fabric handmade or machine-made. Depending on a type, its weight is


from lightweight to heavy. It is breathable, sheer and may require a lining. The lace is soft to the
touch, especially if made with silk, cotton or wool.

 Shiny front. Satin weaves create a shiny, soft right side of the fabric and a dull
back due to the organization of the warp and weft threads. ...
 Beautiful drape. ...
 Durable. ...
 Wrinkle-resistant.
 Colour Properties. Linen varies from a creamy white to greyish brown, the depth
of colour depending largely on the time and condition of retting. ...
 Strength. Flax is very strong and increases about 10% in strength when wet. ...
 Elasticity. ...
 Moisture Absorbency and Comfort. ...
 Thermal Properties. ...
 Effect of Acids.

Crepe" is the name given to fabric having a crinkled or pebbled texture, often used for blouses
and dresses with graceful drape. Almost any fiber may be used, and the fabric can be thin and
sheer, fine and opaque, or even heavy. Crepe (alt. crape) fabric may be stretchy, requiring care
to cut and sew accurately.

Fabric name Denim


Fabric also known as Serge de Nimes
Fabric composition Dyed cotton yarn woven in warp-faced style
Fabric possible thread count
Dense threads result in low thread counts
variations
Fabric breathability High
Moisture-wicking abilities High
Heat retention abilities Medium
Stretchability (give) Low to medium
Prone to pilling/bubbling No
Country where fabric was first
France, then USA
produced
Biggest exporting/producing
China
country today
Recommended washing
Cold, warm, or hot
temperatures
Jeans, jackets, shirts, suits, skirts, hats, belts,
Commonly used in
shoes, aprons, duvets, etc.

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