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curled wiry hair fibre from kind of sheep. Also applied to fabric resembling this which is used as fur-like trim on coats.
delicate web-like fabric with many variations depending on origin.
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fine wool from first shearing (cutting of wool) from lamb.
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metallic fabric with metallic fibre used as warp or filling yarn.
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oldest used fibre from the flax plant. Wrinkles easily.
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cotton cloth with plaid or checks, originally from Madras in India.
Types:
1. petroleum based ones such as nylon, polyester, acrylic and spandex.
2. Cellulose based ones (i.e. from wood or plant products) such as rayon, acetate and triacetate.
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fibre from angora goat. Higher luster and more slippery than wool. Used in high quality suits and coats.
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fabric with watery appearance obtained by laying lengths of fabric over each other and applying pressure so that flattened fabric areas reflect light.
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plain weave unbleached cotton.