weaving and knitting. weaves plain = simple over and under process often use a cotton fiber that...
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Weaving and Knitting
Weaves
Plain = simple over and under process• Often use a cotton fiber that creates muslin,• broadcloth, and taffeta fabrics
Twill = Recognized by parallel diagonal ridges. • Often use a cotton fiber that creates denim,
chino, and gabardine fabrics
Weaves
Satin = Floating of warp or weft yarns to create a smooth and slippery surface on fabric.*Silk and polyester fibers are used to make a satin fabric
Variations of Plain Weave
Ribbed =Weft yarns are thicker than warp yarns*Cotton or rayon fibers used to make poplin and faille fabrics
Basket = Two or more yarns grouped side by side in each direction and woven as one *Cotton fiber used to make hopsacking and oxford cloth fabrics
Variations of Plain and Twill
Pile Weave = Three sets of yarns. The third yarn creates loops or a pile (nap) surface.
Cut Loops = Cotton Fibers make Terry Cloth FabricUncut Loops = Cotton and some Synthetic Fibers make Corduroy and Velvet Fabrics
Knitting
*Process that involves looping yarns to make fabric.
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