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Sorona fabric

What is Sorona fabric? Sorona fiber is an innovative form of polyester that was commercialized by DuPont and has been very successful since its introduction.  It combines the suppleness of nylon w...

FabricThe History and Usage of Shahtush Fabric

The History and Usage of Shahtush Fabric

What is Shahtush fabric? Shahtush is one of the rarest and most costly fabrics in the world, made of the white, gray, and silver hairs of wild goats.  Because of the restricted availability of thi...

FabricShantung Fabric

Shantung Fabric

What is Shantung fabric? Curated with either silk fibers or some other synthetic fibers, shantung is a heavy fabric that is meant for substituting cotton filaments. In place of any intricate wea...

FabricScuba Fabric

Scuba Fabric

What is Scuba Fabric? Scuba is a thick and resilient double-knit fabric fabricated from the fibers of polyester which comprise two-way stretch.  It is also known as Neoprene Scuba fabric. The fa...

FabricSailcloth fabric

Sailcloth fabric

What is Sailcloth fabric? Sailcloth is a form of strong canvas fabric wherein its usage depends upon the weight of the material. The heavier sailcloth was used in tents, and sailing, on the other ...

FabricSaxony fabric

Saxony fabric

What is Saxony fabric? Saxony fabric is made from a type of wool that originated in a town in Germany.  The fibers of the fabric basically originated from the merino sheep.  It is a very fine and ...

FabricPonte Fabric

Ponte Fabric

What is Ponte Fabric? The Ponte fabric is made from a combination of polyester, rayon, and spandex.  It's a double knit that has some give to it but yet retains its structure.  These two qualities...

ClothingPongee fabric

Pongee fabric

What is Pongee fabric? Pongee is a wove fabric with irregular filling, medium weight, and fine warp. The most common type of pongee fabric is a naturally hued lightweight silk-like fabric with pla...

FabricMelton Fabric

Melton Fabric

What is Melton Fabric?  Melton Fabric is a kind of tightly woven, woolen fabric that is severely milled and has a nap that is lifted to make a short, thick pile.  The cloth gets its name from the ...

FabricPeau de Peche

Peau de Peche

What is Peau de Peche? The term originated from the French, meaning 'skin of peach'.  It is a midweight polyester fabric that is processed in order to feel like the rind of a peach.  The fabric is...