yarns

Question 1

what are fancy yarns

Answer 1

give texture and interesting effects to fabrics
have irregularities and other effects added to the length of the yarn
can be made from any fiber in either continuous filament or staple form

Question 2

what is the most common form of fancy yarns

Answer 2

3 different parts: fancy yarn wrapped around a base (core) held together with a tie thead

Question 3

types of fancy yarns

Answer 3

slub: spinning yarn thicker and thinner at irregular intervals
- similar texture/ appearence to wild silk or linen
chenille: weaving an open net fabric then cutting it into strips
- fibers projecting from a cental core of threads
- fabric is bulky and soft
metal effect: lame, brocades
- irredecent effect