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All about textile fibres!
To know more about the various fibres used in the textile industry, please select the type of fibre you would like to see or you can just browse through the various fibres:
| Tweed | | Type : | Standard Worsted and Wool Fibres | | Fibre: | Wool, also cotton, rayon, silk, linen, and synthetics. | | Weave: | Twill, novelty variations, or plain. | | Characteristics: | It is the Scotch name for twill and originated along the banks of the Tweed river, which separates England from Scotland. Sometimes known as "tweel". Sistercloth of homespun cheviot and shetland. They are the same in texture, yarn, weight, feel, and use. Originally only made from different coloured stock-dyed fibres, producing various colour effects. There are a wide range of rough surfaced, sturdy fabrics. There are also some closely woven smoother, softer yarn fabrics, and many monotone tweeds. May also be plaid, checked, striped, or other patterns. Does not hold a crease very well. | | Uses: | Wide range of suits, coats, and sportswear for men, women and children. Lighter weight, used for dresses. |
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Standard Worsted and Wool Fibres
Standard Silk and Silk Imitation Fibres
Speciality Fibres
Plant fibres
Manmade fibres
Miscellaneous fibres
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