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.