TS 111 Lecture Notes - Lecture 3: Satin, Plain Weave, Units Of Textile Measurement
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Created by interlacing 2 perpendicular sets of yarns on a loom. Boucle yarn (3 ply yarn with one ply looser than others) creates interesting surface texture. Popularized for women"s suits in the 1950s, 1960s. High twist filament yarns give slightly pebbly, crepe-like surface. Alternating s and z twist filament warp yarns creates subtle texture to fabric. Uses high twist yarn to achieve pebbly surface or fine warp and slightly heavier weft to create fine ribs. May be made of silk, wool, or filament fibers. Warp and weft yarns of different colors give heather effect; woolen slub yarns give distinctive color accents. Plain weave woolen fabric from irish country of donegal. Traditionally worn in british isles for outdoor activities such as hunting. Pinpoint oxford uses finer yarn, higher thread count. Pile rib fabric made by floating extra filling yarns over warp yarns, then cutting the floats to create pile. Used for garments and trim such as collars, lapels.
