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Grosgrain - Fabriclore

Grosgrain

What is Grosgrain Fabric?  Grosgrain is a thick, ribbed fabric that is usually made out of silk or rayon and is used to make ribbons. Using this method produced one-of-a-kind transverse ribs in th...

Toile Fabric - Fabriclore

Toile Fabric

What is Toile Fabric? The word "toile" comes from the French word for linen cloth. It is a type of printed fabric with a unique look and lines that are similar to those from the Art Nouveau period...

Chiniya Silk - Fabriclore

Chiniya Silk

What is Chiniya Silk Fabric?  Chiniya silk is comparable to Katan silk, which shines more brilliantly than silk. However, Chiniya silk has the benefit of being able to be colored after weaving, si...

Gore -Tex Fabric - Fabriclore

Gore -Tex Fabric

What is Gore-Tex Fabric?  Expanded polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) is a form of polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) that is used to make a specialized type of waterproof fabric known as GORE-TEX (ePTFE)...

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Tissue Fabric - Fabriclore

Tissue Fabric

What is Tissue Fabric?  Tissue Silk or man-made fibers are used to create the delicate fabric known as "tissue fabric." They are distinguished by the use of golden or silver threads in the weaving...

Polypropylene Fabric - Fabriclore

Polypropylene Fabric

What is Polypropylene Fabric? Fabric made from polypropylene, a thermoplastic polymer, is referred to as polypropylene fabric. This non-polar and partly crystalline form of plastic belongs to the ...

Jersey Fabric - Fabriclore

Jersey Fabric

What is Jersey Fabric?   Jersey is a kind of knit fabric that is known for its softness and stretchability. Originally, it was made with wool, but these days, jersey can be crafted with pure cotto...

Sateen Fabric - Fabriclore

Sateen Fabric

What is Sateen Fabric?  The sateen weave creates a fabric that is very similar to satin in appearance. In most cases, cotton is used in the production process, and the finished product has a silky...

Organdy Fabric - Fabriclore

Organdy Fabric

What is Organdy Fabric?  Organdy is a cotton fabric that is see-through, lightweight, and crisp.  It is woven using an open, plain weave and very fine, tightly twisted single yarns. It is either s...

Suede Fabric - Fabriclore

Suede Fabric

What is Suede Fabric? Suede is a kind of leather that has a smooth, velvety finish because it is manufactured from the underside of the animal skin.  The fabric is often created from lambskin, alt...