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Coolmax Fabric - Fabriclore

Coolmax Fabric

What is Coolmax Fabric? Invista, an American textile conglomerate, is the exclusive manufacturer of the Coolmax kind of polyester, which is a specifically developed form of the material. The stran...

Mackintosh Fabric - Fabriclore

Mackintosh Fabric

What is Mackintosh? The Mackintosh, sometimes known as a raincoat or mac for short, is a kind of watertight raincoat that was first offered commercially in 1824 and is designed out of rubberized c...

Batiste Fabric - Fabriclore

Batiste Fabric

What is Batiste Fabric? Batiste is a kind of semi-transparent plain-weave fabric that is often used by the textile industry in the production of lightweight clothing, lingerie, and bedding.  It is...

Tweed Fabric - Fabriclore

Tweed Fabric

What is Tweed Fabric?  Tweed is a coarse woolen fabric that has a soft, open, and flexible feel. It is similar to cheviot and homespun in appearance, although it is woven more tightly. Plain weave...

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Dobby Fabric - Fabriclore

Dobby Fabric

Overview of Dobby Fabric: Property Description Fabric Type Woven fabric with textured patterns made on a dobby loom. Origin Created in the 1840s, and named after the dobby lo...

Damask Fabric - Fabriclore

Damask Fabric

What is Damask Fabric? Damascus, the city where this kind of cloth was first created, and it is where the fabric we know as damask got its name.  Fabrics made of damask are highly regarded for the...

Fleece Fabric - Fabriclore

Fleece Fabric

What is Fleece Fabric? Fleece blend fabric is a kind of cloth that is fluffy and has a napped surface. It's a cozy fabric that may be made from a variety of different materials. Despite the fact t...

Chenille Fabric - Fabriclore

Chenille Fabric

Chenille fabric has a plush feel, is very soft, and has a light sheen, making it perfect for clothing, accessories, furniture, and home decor. If you're looking for chenille yarns, fabric for a kni...

Mohair Fabric - Fabriclore

Mohair Fabric

What is Mohair? The wool of the Angora goat, from which mohair is derived, is known for its exceptional softness.  Because mohair wool has such a distinctive gloss and sheen, some people refer to ...

Leather - Fabriclore

Leather

What is Leather?  Leather refers to any fabric that is crafted from the hides or skins of various animals. Different kinds of animals and processing methods provide a wide variety of leathers with...