Swatches Wovens Flashcards
100% Cotton
Poor strength, poor resiliency, and good pilling
Spun Yarns in a plain weave
fabric is slightly crispy and stiff due to identical warp and weft yarns in the weave
Muslin
100% Cotton
poor drape, poor luster, good abrasion resistance
Jackets, Jeans, Shirts, Skirts, sneakers, bags, seat covers
heavy or lightweight twill weave with spun yarns
Washes vary including stone and acid wash
Denim
100% Polyester
good luster, poor texture, good drape, good resiliency
gowns, dresses, corsets, lingerie, shirts, ties, and bedding
Satin Weave
The weave is made by interlacing warp yarns and filling yarns that create long floats where a yarn passes over two or more other yarns
Satin
100% Polyester
good drape, poor cover, good resiliency
blouses, scarves, gowns, bridal wear, embroidery
Filament Yarns in plain weave
sheer appearance
Chiffon
95% Cotton, 5% Spandex
good elasticity, good abrasion resistance, poor luster
pants, jackets, bags
Spun yarns in twill weave
Woven w/ Spandex
100% Cotton
good texture and hand feel, good abrasion resistance, and good strength
trousers, workwear, suits, bags, uniforms
Made with Spun yarns in a twill weave
Combed yarns = soft
Chino
100% Cotton
good strength, poor luster, poor pilling
Worker shirts, skirts, trousers, pajamas, underwear, bedding
Either plain or twill weave,
fabric is usually napped finish
Flannel
100% Cotton
good texture, good strength, poor luster
trousers, jackets, work shirts, cushions, soft toys
cut-pile with Spun yarns
rows are called wales and indicate the width
Corduroy
100% Cotton
good drape, good texture, good resiliency
gowns, blazers, trousers, suits, gloves, and curtains
Spun yarns in a Pile weave
Nap effects appearance
Velvet
