What is Cambric?
- Despite its name, Cambric is a woven, light-weight, and 100% cotton fabric.
- Contrary to other textiles, cambric is woven in a unique manner. Short, twisted linen or cotton fibers are often used in the weaving process.
- It is common for these fibers to be unbleached or undyed.
- The size of the warp and weft threads in this fabric ranges from 60 to 80 (count).
- When it comes to needlework and lacework, Cambric is a fantastic fabric (because it is highly dense). It is referred to as "batiste" when used in such a manner.
History
- Originally, Cambric was a quality linen cloth that was first produced in Cambrai, France.
- printed cambric was used for bands, sleeves, and collars by the year 1595 in London.
- Egyptian or American cotton is used to make contemporary cambric, which is then calendered to give it a glossy finish on one side.
What Makes it Stand Out
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Texture |
Cambric is weaved in different from other fabrics because it involves twisted, short linen and cotton fibers. |
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Shine |
The fabric has a slight sheen. |
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Sheer |
The fabric is opaque in nature. |
Application and Uses
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Clothing |
Shirt, gown, etc. |
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Accessories |
Napkins, innerwear, handkerchief, etc |
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Home-furnishing |
Cushion cover, curtains, bedsheets, etc. |
How to Judge the Authenticity?
- A good indicator of a decent quality cambric fabric is when it can retain its glossy properties for several years, even when it is aging.
Care Instructions
- Set the washing machine at sixty degrees when washing Cambric fabric.
- Medium temperature iron while ironing the fabric to remove creases.
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