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DECORATIVE FABRICS

2. INTRODUCTION
 Fabric is the prime contributor in
home furnishing products .
 It must provide the texture,
colour, character and anything
that is missing in the architecture.
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4. • Upholstery
• Draperies
• Wall covering
• Bottle cover
• Apparel
• Window textiles
• Bed sheets
• Bed linen & bed textiles
• Bathroom textiles
• Kitchen menon
• Accessories
• Table-linen
• Table-cloths
• Rugs
• Carpets
• Wedding-decoration etc.
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6. • Fabric is extra heavy weight and / or thick and is
not suitable for common drapery uses.
• Upholstery fabrics are used to cushion and cover
furniture.
• There can be fixed upholstery or loose covers.
FABRIC USED
• Acrylic blends
• Polyester
• velvets
• Jacquard
• Leather
• Vinyl
• Nylon
• Cotton
• Linen
• Wool etc. 6

7. Drapery Fabric:
• Drapery fabric is usually lighter weight.
• It is not suitable for upholstery projects.
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8.  Window textiles may include
• curtains
• Drapes
• blinds etc.
FABRIC USED
• Cotton
• Flax
• Wool
• Silk
• Acrylic, etc
 For flame retardant curtains
using
• Modacrylic fiber
• Viscose
• PVC etc.
Blinds
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9. • Provide privacy.
• To eliminate/minimize
sunlight.
• For Aesthetic/Decorative
purpose.
• Hide an undesirable outside
view.
• To prevent exposure to dust
or dirt.
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10.  Bed linen and other bed textiles
include
• Bed sheets
• Pillow cases
• bed spreads
• Quilt covers
• Duvet covers
• Cushions
• Blankets
• Mattresses
• Bed throws
• Sofa throws and many other items.
 Fabric used:- cotton, muslin, satin,
poplin, wool, acrylic, viscose, silk and
blends etc.
• For quilted textiles- PET fiber is used.
• For blankets wool - acrylic fiber, and
acrylic polyester fiber blends are used .
(Duvet Covers, Comforters and
Comforter Sets, Quilts, Sheet
Sets, Coverlets, Bed spreads)
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11. • Bathroom textiles include
• Shower curtains
• Bath robes
• Bath mats
• Bath rugs
• Towels etc.
• Shower Curtains need to be
water proof .
• so plastic coated textiles
either of woven or non
woven fabrics are in great
demand.
Shower Curtains
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Table linen and other table cloths
include
• Table mats
• Napkins
• Chair covers
• Chair mats
• Pads
• Table runners, etc.
 Fabric used in table cloths
• cotton
• linen
• polyester etc.
 For placemats, chair mats, table runners
• Jute
• Leather
• Plastic
• silk satin
Table Linen
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13.  Rugs & Carpets
• Fabrics for rugs and carpets are
thick and heavy weight but easily
movable.
• It is used to cover floors and stairs.
• It has cut or pile cut weave and
can be easily vacuum cleaned.
 Characteristics of Rugs and
Carpets:-
• Rugs and carpets are also easily
launderable.
• They are stain and chemical
resistant.
• It lasts longer.
• It has a soft feel and appearance.
• It comes is beautiful colors and
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14. Rugs and Carpets
Woven carpets (hand made). Machine made
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15. Types of Rugs
1. Machine made
rugs.
2. Hand made rugs.
3. Braided rugs.
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Machine made Rugs

16. Braided RugsHand-made Rugs
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17.  Kitchen linen and accessories
includes:-
• Aprons,
• Milton's covers,
• Dishcloths,
• Kitchen towels
• Gloves
• Bottle covers etc.
 Fabric used :- Cotton, line, cambric,
poplin, plastic etc.
 Flame retardant kitchen wears are also
in great demand these days.
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18. • As home decoration not only the fabrics
play a important role in home
furnishings .
• The various styles of combinations such
as fabrics, shape,wall texture, colours
and furniture are important in home.
• The factors which affect the buying
habits, as lifestyle, location, budget and
cultural .
• Before starting decoration of interiors,
the tendency is to select from among
the various furnishing styles -
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19. Cottage Style
• Prefers pastel shades
• Soft lighting.
• Sheer fabric or gauze
for curtains.
• Antique accessories
• patchwork quilts etc.
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22. Mediterranean
Style
• A mix of Italian and
French styles.
• They uses warm colors
like earth or yellow
colors.
• Fabric having simple
patterns in blue and a
little gold.
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23. Oriental Style
• Oriental Style uses simple Oriental
patterns with very few items.
• Mostly oriental rugs, curtains are
made by silk fabric with oriental
prints, pictures of animals like
dragons, and Japanese seascapes
are preferred for decoration.
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24. Traditional
Style
Traditional Style uses fabric
with floral prints, plaids
and checks.
• Heavy material is used for
making curtains.
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25. Victorian Style
• Victorian Style uses
small and elegant items.
• Silk fabric is preferred
for cushions having
stripes or simple
• floral patterns,
• velvet
• rich brocades etc.
velvet rich brocades
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27. Apparel Fabric
• A woven /knit fabric is used in clothing
and garments or for decoration and
covering purposes.
• Use of these fabrics dates back to the
16th century when various fabrics like
cotton, silk, wool etc.
• The apparel fabric used for making
garments .
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28. Beachwear Fabric
• Beachwear is the clothing suitable to be worn
on a beach.
• Types of fabric for Beachwear
 Cotton
• It is the perfect to be worn in any season and is
most practical and affordable clothes.
• It does not require extra care and it is allergy
free.
 Lycra
• It is a synthetic fabric consisting of polymer,
which have polyurethane in it.
• It is elastic and comfortable.
 Nylon
• It is highly durable and elegant swim
wear.
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29. Characteristics of Beachwear Fabric
• It is cool and comfortable.
• It is lightweight.
• It is durable.
• It is soft.
• It is quick drying.
• It is breathable.
• It is anti-bacterial.
• It is UV protected.
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30. Usage of
Beachwear Fabric
• Shorts
• Shirts
• swimsuits
• Beach pants
• Waterproof jackets
• Bath robes
• T-shirts etc.
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31.  Blanket Fabric
• Blanket fabric is a thick heavily
fulled, usually woolen fabric.
• It has a soft-brushed finish.
• It is not a compulsion for dry
cleaning.
• Blanket fabric consists of wool,
cotton, synthetics and various
blends.
• The fabric is napped, either on one
side or both sides.
• Synthetics made blankets are great.
• They are lightweight as well as
warm.
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32.  Characteristics of Blanket Fabric
• It is lightweight.
• It is fire resistant.
• It is easily washable.
• It is durable.
• It has high tensile strength.
Uses of Blanket Fabric
• Capes
• Jackets
• Waistcoats
• Blankets.
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33. Curtain Fabric
• Light weight and loosely woven fabrics
are used in making curtains because
these have the ability to control the
amount of light to be let in.
• The Most Common Type of Curtain
Fabric
• Satin
• Silk
• Chiffon
• Poplin
• Taffeta
• Organza
• Chenille
• Velvet
• Net
• Cotton
• Suede etc 33

34. Bamboo Curtain Fabrics
Fabric Curtain
Patterns:-
• Printed
• Embroidered
• Yarn Dyed
• Flocked
• Brushed
• Plain Dyed
• Coated
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35. Drapery Fabric
• Drapery fabric must suit the decor and
have the right properties for the
window's treatment styling.
• Cotton
• Linen
• Acrylic Blends
• Polyester Blends
• Acetate
• Nylon
 Factors affect Drapery Fabrics:-
• Strength
• crease resistance
• Durability
• wash-ability and reasonable price.
Uses of Draperies Fabric
•Upholstery
•Pillows
•cushions
•Curtains
•Table cover etc
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36. Hosiery Fabric
• Hosiery fabric are fine & designed to fit closely
to the skin, thigh, and foot.
• It is soft hand and elastic.
• Hosiery fabric is easily washable and it also dries
quickly.
Characteristics of Hosiery Fabric
• Fine.
• Sheer.
• Elastic.
• clings to the skin.
Uses of Hosiery Fabric
• Tights
• Panty
• Stockings
• Pop socks
• Knee-highs
• Ankle-highs
• Baby cloths
• Leggings
• T-shirt
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37. Outdoor Fabric
• Outdoor fabric is soft, comfortable
and breathable.
• color fastness to sunlight and is
resistant to mildew, moth, and soil.
• It repels water and oil and has
moisture permeable property.
• It has a good tearing strength and is
stretchable.
• It is thermal, fire and abrasion
resistant.
• It is very durable with crease resist
and preshrunk finish.
• It is made by synthetic fibers, acrylic,
olefin, polyester and various blends,
including cotton.
• These fabrics are made water
repellant by the process of chemical
treatment.
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38. Characteristics of Outdoor Fabric
• It retains its color and vibrancy for years.
• It is soft.
• It is comfortable.
• It is breathable.
• It has soil and stain resistant finish.
• It is easily cleaned.
• It resists mildew, moth and atmospheric chemicals.
Uses of Outdoor Fabric
• Casual wear
• Sports wear
• Ski wear
• Jackets
• Garments and industrial clothing
• Boating : Bikinis, boat & seat covers.
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39. • Interlining Fabric
• Interlining fabric is a soft, but thick fabric
which is inserted between the dress
fabric and the back lining.
• Interlining fabric helps the main fabric to
drape gracefully.
• It improves the shape retention quality of
the fabric.
• Interlining fabric is woven, or knitted, or
non-woven
• The use of adhesive coating is not
necessary for all types of interlining
fabric.
• The adhesive coating is a finished
interlining fabric, which through a
finishing process removes all shrinkage
from the product and impart stretch to
the fabric.
• Interlining fabric is made of pure cotton.
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40. Characteristics of Interlining Fabric
• It is soft.
• It is thick.
• It retains the shape of the main fabric.
• It is strong and sometimes warm or bulk.
Uses of Interlining Fabric
• coats,
• wind coats,
• suits and Salwar
• officer suits.
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41. Packing Fabric
• Packing fabric are widely used to protect goods and materials while in
transportation from one place to another.
• Generally made of stretch material, these fabrics retain their shape for
long time to come.
Characteristics of Packing Fabric
• It is easily packed and also unpacked.
• It is strong.
• It is stretchable.
• It has humidity-independent coating.
• It resists wear and tear.
Types of Fabric used in Packing
• Cotton
• Jute
• Leather
• Polyester
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42.  Pintuck Fabric
• Pintuck fabrics are used to beautify
or decorate the garments.
Characteristics of Pintuck Fabric
• It has a tailored look.
• It has a decorative look.
• It is arranged in series.
Uses of Pintuck Fabric
• girls' and women's blouses
• men's shirt
• Kids wear
• Bed sheets
• Pillow covers etc.
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43. Quilting Fabric
• Quilting is used for padding a
fabric;
• This two layered fabric are
joined in Quilting.
• Cotton, silk and wool blends,
polyester are popular options.
Fabrics used in Quilting
• Cashmere silk
• Silk and wool blends
• 100% cotton
• 100% polyester
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44. Characteristics of Quilting Fabric
• Durable.
• Lightweight.
• Comfortable.
• Warm
• luxurious.
• Easy needling.
• Easy to handle.
• Drapes beautifully.
• wears beautifully.
Uses of Quilting Fabric
• Clothing
• Wall hanging
• Pillows
• Table runners
• Toys
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45. Tent Fabric
• Tent fabric is an important outdoor
fabric for shelter.
• Natural fabrics are blended with
synthetic ones for making it stronger.
• Tent fabric is generally made from
strong and durable material to
weather all conditions.
• For this reason, a fabric for tent is UV
protected and resistant to moisture.
It stands against rain and wind.
• It is simultaneously flame-retardant
and breathable.
• Tear and abrasion resistant is also an
important factor for tent fabric.
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46. Characteristics of Tent Fabric
• It is light and strong.
• It is opaque to light.
• It is flame retardant.
• It has a certain degree of impermeability to water.
• It resists moisture to pass by.
• It is breathable.
• It is mildew resistant.
• It is resistant to tear and abrasion.
• It is durable.
• It is susceptible to stretch.
• It is UV protected.
Fabrics used for Tents
• Cotton
• Hemp
• Polyester
• Nylon
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47. Terry Fabric
• Terry fabric is made up of
cotton and it is very
absorbent. It is very soft
and comfortable.
• The fabric withstands
strain of rubbing, pulling,
twisting and tugging by
the user.
• It gets stronger in wet
condition.
• It is easily washed in hot
water using strong bleach
or detergent.
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48. Characteristics of Terry Fabric
• It is very absorbent.
• It is comfortable.
• It is easy to launder.
• It does not require ironing.
• It is used for long wearing.
Uses of Terry Fabric
• Terry cloth is typically used as towels, bath robes
and beach coverups due to its softness and highly
absorbent quality.
• It is also used as sportswear, children's wear, slip
covers, draperies, exercise wear, infant and
toddler accessories and toys and apparels.
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49.  Umbrella Fabric
• Beautiful and useful umbrella fabric is
made of canvas, linen, as they are durable
and strong.
• It also protects from the harmful UV rays
and rain fall.
Characteristics of Umbrella Fabric
• It is waterproof.
• It has color retaining quality.
• It is easy washable.
• It is rot, mildew, pool chlorine and salt
spray resistant.
• It is stiff.
• It is strong.
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50.  Home Furnishing
Fabric
• The textile fabrics are used to
make bed spreads, blankets,
quilts, curtain, table cloths etc.
• Types of Fabrics for
Home Furnishing
• Silk - soft, lustrous .
• Cotton - cool, soft and
comfortable.
• Jute - long, soft and shiny.
• Rayon - moisture absorbent,
breathable, comfortable and
easily dyed in vivid colors.
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51. • Wool - water-resistant, soft.
• Nylon - smooth, non-absorbent and dries quickly.
• Polyester - quick to dry, wrinkle resistant and
resistant to stretching.
• Plastic - tolerates temperature, hard, and
resilient.
• Leather - firm, soft, porous, breathable, and
elastic.
• Satin - thick, glossy surface and a dull back.
• Organza - sheer, thin open weave, heavy and
crispy.
• Organdy - sheer, lightweight, and very fine.
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52. • Uses of Home Furnishing Fabric
 Bed and Bedding Furnishings
• Bed covers, cushion covers, blanket covers,
bedspreads, bed sheets, bed coverlets, mattress
covers.
 Kitchen Furnishings
• Aprons, kitchen towels, mittens, napkins, place mats,
dish clothes, potholders.
 Drawing and Dining Furnishings
• Table cloth, tablemats, napkins, tea mats, tea cozy,
curtains, sofa covers, pelmet, tassels, floor coverings.
 Bathroom Furnishings
• shower curtains, bathrobes, bath towels, bath mats,
bath rugs, face towels, hand towels.
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53. • Industrial Fabric
• Industrial fabric is a broad term for those
fabrics which are used for non-apparel and
non-decorative uses.
• It covers a wide variety of widths, weights
and construction particularly made to meet
a specific application.
• It is strong and woven textile with a high
performance.
• Industrial fabric is usually made from man-
made fibers like fiberglass, carbon, and
aramid fibers.
• Fiberglass made industrial fabric utilized in
those kinds of applications where high heat
is present and there is a need for high
strength and dimensional stability fabric.
• Industrial fabric is woven in various
thicknesses and constructions in basic
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54. Characteristics of Industrial Fabric
• It is durable.
• It is soft.
• It is environmentally friendly.
• It is highly UV protected.
• It is acid and alkali resistant.
• It is water repellent.
• It is flame retardant.
Uses of Industrial Fabric
• Industrial fabric is primarily used for insulation,
marine and recreational products, advanced
composites, electronics, filtration, commercial &
construction and protective garments.
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55. Mattress Fabric
• Mattress is made of the
best of fabric. It is
luxurious, elegant and
very smooth.
• Special treatment is given
to make mattress fabric
fire resistant and anti-
microbial that eliminates
bacteria, fungi, mildew,
and mold.
• Sometimes it is quilted to
give extra comfort.
• It repels liquids and resists
stains.
• It breathes well and is
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56. • Type of Mattress Fabric
• Organic Cotton Fabric - Contains no pesticides,
defoliants, mineral oil or flame-retardant
chemicals.
Pure Wool Fabric - Natural flame retardant. Dust
mite and mold resistant.
Characteristics of Mattress Fabric
• It is luxurious.
• It is elegant.
• It is smooth.
• It is fire resistant.
• It is anti-bacterial.
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57. Tapestry Fabric
• One of the oldest form of woven
fabric, tapestry fabric is available
in multi colours and multi
patterns are used.
• Tapestry fabric is a heavy cloth,
which is woven richly, often with
various colored designs or
scenes.
• It is usually hung on the walls for
decoration and is sometimes
also used to cover furniture.
• It has wonderful textures.
• The term 'tapestry' means a
thick textile fabric where the
colored weft threads are woven,
originally by hand, into fixed
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58. Characteristics of Tapestry Fabric
• It has beautiful designs or scenes.
• It has good textures.
Uses of Tapestry Fabric
• Wall hangings
• Pillow covers
• Valence boxes
• Upholstery
• Bedspreads
• Slipcovers
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59. Upholstery Fabric
• Upholstery fabric is tightly
woven fabric.
• The thread count is more
and it wears better.
• It does not wiggle or move
around.
• It is often heavy. It is tough,
durable and do not soil or
fade
• Upholstery fabric are woven
into beautiful and eye
caching patterns and
designs.
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60. Types of Upholstery Fabric
• Leather
• Vinyl
• Nylon
• Cotton
• Linen
• Wool
• Acrylic blends
• Polyester
Characteristics of Upholstery Fabric
• It is durable.
• It is easily cleanable.
• It is resistant to soil and fading.
Uses of Upholstery Fabric
• Autos
• Boats
• Furniture
• Home decoration
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61. • Today the fabric used in interior decoration is available in various
kinds and colours.
• Indian homeowners tend to identify the feasibility of the place to
choose the fabric for different purpose.
• Now day’s technology has upper hand in every field and this
factor lead to the coming of artificial and synthetic fiber.
• These Designer fabrics not only make your style perfect but
provide your home chic and luxurious touch
 Fabric used for decorations such as curtains, bedsheets, covers
and so on, have their properties which make them ideal for
specific purpose.
• Today artificial and synthetic fabric is more common than natural
which is otherwise expensive in compare to former.
• Here we will now discuss different types of fabric with their
properties:
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62. Natural fabric
• Natural fiber is usually made of natural supplements and
often expensive to be purchased.
• However, as its name suggests natural fabric is more
durable, soft, luxurious and resilient.
• Some of the common used natural fiber used to make
fabric is linen, cotton, silk, hemp, jute, wool, horsehair,
cashmere, mohair, camelhair.
Linen
• Linen is a natural fiber derived from the plant flax and
provides tough yarn which appears slight glossy and
smooth.
• The fabric made from linen fiber which is moth resistant
and hardwearing. It can be easily washable and strong
when wet.
• This fabric tends to crease quite often yet it makes a good
choice for homeowners when it comes to draperies fabric.
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63. SILK
• Silk is also called animal fiber which is obtained from cocoon of
the silkworm moth.
• luxury and comes to very expensive.
• Silk is quite popular among the luxurious items due to its unique
texture and lustrous appearance.
• It requires frequent dry cleaning and hand wash is strictly
prohibited for silk.
• It also gets creased and can be damaged if exposed in sunlight.
• Thus silk must be cautiously handled.
Wool
• Wool is another natural fiber fleeced from sheep and further
processed through various refinements.
• Wool comes in natural colours but it can be dyed in various other
colours. It is considered good insulator and generally used in
colder areas to protect against chill winds.
• Wool is versatile and can be blend with synthetic to derive an
improved fabric.
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64. Cotton
• Cotton is obtained from a plant and is very strong.
• Cotton is most liked by homeowners for numerous
purposes as it is durable, economical and airy.
• Cotton is widely used for decorative fabrics and doesn’t
fade away easily.
Artificial fabric
Artificial fibers are obtained from different processes such
as synthesis of polymers or alteration of natural fibers.
• This type of fiber is usually made from natural sources like
wood pulp and fiber obtained from other plants.
• The market of artificial fibers has widened due to the
modern techniques of combining plant and other sources
to make this fiber.
• Some of the popular artificial fibers are classified as
acetate, rayon, triacetate and modified rayon.
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65. Rayon
• Rayon is produced from processed wood pulp and valued for its
characteristics like hardness, strength and high absorbency.
• Rayon is an artificial fiber which loses its strength when wet and
get shrink more than cotton.
• It is more prone to burning and can rapidly catch fire.
• Rayon is widely used because it is economical and has wonderful
properties of draping.
• It is also used as substitute of natural fiber which is expensive
over artificial fiber.
Acetate
• Acetate is obtained from wood pulp and has low characteristics
such as low absorbent and strength.
• This fiber is moth resistant and widely used for draping facility.
• After rayon, acetate is common substitute of various natural
fibers as it is versatile and inexpensive.
• It is further used in making of satins and other fibers.
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66. Modified rayon
• Modified rayon or modal as it called is generally made
from cotton waste or wool.
• It is a cellulose fiber which is used in natural and synthetic
fibers in order to modify their properties.
• Modal is strong, absorbent and can be hand washed.
• It also gets creased just like cotton and also has some
common properties of cotton.
Synthetic fiber
• Synthetic fiber is again man made fiber that are used to
increased the utility and improve the quality of natural and
artificial fibers made from plant and other sources.
• Some of the improved synthetic fibers are acrylic, nylon,
polyester, and olefin.
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67. Polyesters
• Polyester is another byproduct of petroleum and considered
very strong.
• Polyester easy to handle as it can be hand washed. Other
characteristic of this synthetic fiber are shrink resistant, moth
resistant, retains its shape and crease resistant.
• Polyester is mixed with natural fibers in order to make out more
improved fiber which is strong and durable for furnishing items
and upholstery.
Polyamide (nylon)
• Polyamide is formed with tar, coal and petroleum.
• Nylon is tough, resilient fiber with high elasticity.
• Nylon is usually non-shrinkable, crease resistant and easily
washable.
• Nylon is valued for all these characteristics and has proved to be
the most durable synthetic fiber available in types and colours.
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68. Acrylic
• Acrylic is made from the polymerization of free radicals and
appeared lightweight, soft and warm.
• Acrylic doesn’t crease easily, shrink resistant and resilient.
• This fiber is also moth resistant but sensitive if exposed to
sunlight.
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69. Embroidery
Canvas work
• Embroidery worked on canvas.
• The thread used is usually wool.
• Often called 'tapestry' (although real
tapestry is woven on a loom, not
embroidered).
• Very strong and durable.
• Used for soft furnishings eg. chair
seats, cushions, and kneelers.
• Also used for accessories eg. bags,
belts, spectacle cases.
Florentine
• The basic technique is simple - a
straight stitch.
• Patterns vary from very easy to
complicated designs.
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70. Crewel work
• The name comes from the
crewel wools.
• Designs are bold.
• The soft wool used is
pleasant to handle and the
work is quick to do
• Used for furnishings and
cushions.
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71. Cross stitch
• European peasant
embroidery is often done
in a restricted colour
scheme eg black and red.
• Victorian samplers include
lettering, flowers, birds,
houses and people on very
fine material.
• Modern Danish cross-stitch
is inspired by pressed
flowers and naturalistic
birds.
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72. Pulled fabric
• A very beautiful and practical
form of embroidery.
• Can be done with the
knowledge of only a few
basic stitches.
• Not the same as drawn
thread work where threads
are drawn out of the fabric.
• In this threads are drawn
together to create the
pattern. o
• Usually worked on linen in
neutral colours.
• Traditionally used for
household linen.
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73. Smocking
• Decorative way of controlling
fullness in fabric.
• The gathering is done with spaced
rows of tacking, worked from the
back, which is drawn up to the
required width. Rows of stitches are
then worked in embroidery thread
on the front of the fabric. When the
work is finished the gathering
threads are withdrawn.
• It is used on all sorts of garments
where fullness is required eg
blouses, aprons, skirts, dresses,
lingerie, children's clothes.
• Was traditionally used to make
working smocks to protect other
clothing.
• Can also be used in the home for
cushions, lampshades, fixed
curtains and pelmets.
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74. Machine embroidery
• Beautiful effects can be
achieved by machine.
• CAD and computers can
be used for designs.
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76. Patchwork
• Stitching together by various means
pieces of different colours, shapes and
sizes to make an attractive whole.
• An old money saving craft, which uses
every scrap of fabric.
• There are many different types of
patchwork -
1. Mosaic (English patchwork) based on
simple repeated shapes eg hexagon,
diamond or squares.
2. Log Cabin - does not require templates,
consists of strips of fabric sewn onto a
foundation in extending patterns of
squares.
3. Machine or American patchwork - based
on a geometric pattern of divisions of a
square. The pattern panels are put
together by dressmaking methods and
often quilted.
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77. Quilting
• A decorative way of stitching layers of fabric together, enclosing
a filling to produce a raised surface pattern.
• A very old technique used for bed clothing and garments.
• It is still used for warmth but now there is a lot more variety of
fillings and quilting techniques.
• There are 4 basic types of quilting each uses the same simple
stitches to sew together 2 layers of fabric but the variation in
designs, filling and fabric gives different results.
1. Wadded is the English traditional method.
2. Corded is the Italian, corded style.
3. Stuffed/Trapunto - Uses 2 layers of fabric, the designs are
outlined in stitches then certain areas are padded from the back
so that they stand out on the top fabric.
4. Shadow quilting -Uses 2 layers of transparent fabric e.g. chiffon,
georgette or organdie and is stuffed with coloured wadding
yarns or brightly coloured felt shapes stitched around going
through both layers of fabric to hold them in place.
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78. Applique
• The art of applying
one fabric to another
by machine or hand
stitching. With or
without added
embroidery.
• A quick, easy and
adaptable technique.
• Motifs can be applied
and provide a quick
way of decorating
garments.
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79. Devore
• From the French meaning 'devoured'.
• A technique where fabric is eaten away by chemicals (such
as sulphuric acid) printed or painted onto it.
• The fabric must contain a proportion of cellulose fibre such
as cotton or viscose, which is susceptible to the chemicals.
• It produces a beautiful, delicate fabric with both semi-
transparent and opaque areas.
Embossing
• Permanent relief surface made with a heavy metal press,
which translates a pattern to the textile.
• A thermoplastic fabric can be heat treated, making the
effect even more dramatic.
• Embossed printing uses special dyes and pigments to
create a relief surface.
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80. Shibon
• A traditional Japanese resist dye
technique.
• Fabric is tied in a regular pattern,
stitched in place and then dyed
and the stitches removed.
• It results in a puckered
appearance and a pattern formed
from the areas of dyed and
undyed fabric.
• It is very time consuming.
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81. Engineered print
• The textile designer
prints the design
directly onto the
fashion garment,
usually for catwalk
designs.
• It can be placed with
exactness, avoiding
seams etc.
• A successful design
that goes into
production is reworked
and printed on a
continuous length of
fabric
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82. Selection Requires Planning
To select the appropriate fabrics for home
furnishings projects, you need to plan ahead.
Carefully consider your needs by answering these
basic questions:
• What is the fabric to be used for?
• What kind of atmosphere do you want to
create?
• Who will be using the item you are making?
• Are there colors, textures and/or designs you
prefer to use? To avoid?
• How will the item be cleaned—home laundry?
Dry cleaners?
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83. Fiber Characteristics
Cotton Soft, easy to clean, durable, launders well, dyes easily. May lint, creases
and wrinkles unless specially finished subject to mildew.
Linen Strong, durable. Dyes easily, but colors may run in washing. Somewhat stiff,
wrinkles, and may shrink unless specially finished. Requires ironing unless
treated.
Wool Resilient, resists wrinkling, dyes well, water repellent, flame resistant, but is
susceptible to moths and carpet beetles unless specially treated.
Acetate Weaker than most fibers, lustrous appearance, drapes well, colors may
fume-fade, weakened by sunlight, poor abrasion resistance
General fiber characteristics.
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84. Fiber Characteristics
Acetate Weak when wet, resists abrasion and
wrinkling, dyes well, some tend to pill,
accumulates static electricity.
Acrylic Resists wrinkling, soft, resilient,
noncombustible, dyes well, accumulates
static electricity.
Modacrylic Strong and elastic, washes easily,
resists abrasion, dyes well, but sun will
fade, resists wrinkles, moths. May pill,
nonabsorbent, but tends to attract dirt.
Nylon Strong, resists abrasion, lightweight,
free from pilling, fast-drying, resists soil,
nonabsorbent.
General fiber characteristics
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85. Fiber Characteristics
Olefin Strong, resists abrasion, lightweight,
free from pilling, fast-drying, resists soil, nonabsorbent.
Polyester Strong, easy care, resists wrinkles, abrasion, stretching and shrinking; dyes
easily, holds color well, may pill; attracts lint, accumulates static electricity,
nonabsorbent.
Rayon Weaker than most fibers, especially when wet. Soft, comfortable, dyes well
usually, may shrink or stretch unless treated, affected by sunlight, wrinkles
easily.
Glass Strong, weather and sun resistant, resists moths, mildew and many
chemicals, sheds dust and soil, but has low abrasion resistance.
General fiber characteristics
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86. Fiber Characteristics
Durable or
Permanent
Press
Fabric needs little or no ironing when
properly washed and dryer dried;
relatively wrinkle free in use. Finish
tends to hold oily stains unless
specially treated.
Soil
Release
Fabric is more easily wetted to
facilitate detergent action in washing
to release soil. Used with durable
press fi nish. Does not prevent stains.
Water
Repellant
Fabric repels water and water-based
stains. Does not waterproof fabric.
Soil and
Stain
Repellant
Repels water and oil-based stains.
Fabric finishes
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87. Fiber Characteristics
Flame
Retardant
Ignited fabric will self-extinguish when
source of flame is removed. Requires
special laundering procedure to
maintain effectiveness.
Crease,
Wrinkle
Resistant
Fabric wrinkles less than normal.
Applied to cotton, linen, rayon and
blends. Tends to retain oil-borne
stains.
Shrinkage
Control
Fabric shrinkage limited to specific
amount—1 percent, 2 percent, etc.
Does not guarantee no shrinkage,
therefore, preshrink fabric before use.
Fabric finishes
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88. Animal Print Fabric
Hi Low Giraffe
Black White
Simba ChocolateGiraffe - Baby
Pink/White
Wildcat Black whiteVelvet Zebra Black Murano Palimino 88

89. Suede Fabric, Fake Leather
Vancover Brown Passion Suede Pumpkin
Cocoon Brown Coffee
Ultra Trend Chocolate Vintage Leather Moccasin Tolado Spice
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90. Floral Fabric
Ethereal Onyx Harvest Floral Red Rich Garden Harvest
Kirby Lapis Lucy Licorice Wonderland Ruby90

91. Velvet Fabric
Belize Cordovan Brussels Sky Grey Mayfair Black
Kit Kat Chocolate Darrow Clay Viva Chocolate91

92. Suzani fabric
Tempo Rock n Roll
Parasol Brick
Wolfram Guava
Selim PunchCamel BrickFahri Clove 92

93. Stripe Fabric
Sebastian Stripe
Spring
Super Stripe Jewel Cardiff Meadow
Duffy Indigo Brooks Plum bronze Palazzo Limeade
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94. Kashmiri garden chocolateSolano Graphite Windsor Claret
Countess Poppy Creole MesaKerala Chocolate
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95. Tutu Petal Confetti Bubble Gum
It's A Hoot JewelTreasure Island blue Tutti Frutti Watermelon95

96. Stones Tabasco Denton Houndstooth Secret Square Citrine
Tea House Black Chatsworth Charcoal Paisley Gypsy
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97. Chenille Fabrics
Soft, solid and multi-
colored chenille fabrics.
Ideal for upholstery.
Waverly Wovens
Multi purpose woven
patterns by Waverly
Fabrics.
Scenic Tapestries
Scenic tapestry fabric
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98. Stripes & Geometric Outdoor
Fabric
Stripe Outdoor Fabric for patio or
sunroom furniture
Tropical Floral Outdoor
Fabric
Outdoor fabric for patio or
sunroom
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99. Imperial Taffeta Fabric
60" washable & flame
retardent poly taffeta
Satin Stripe Fabric
60" washable &
flame retardent
stripe satin
Crystal Organza
Fabric
60" washable &
flame retardent
sheer organza
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100. Bengaline Fabric
60" washable & flame
retardent poly bengaline
Black and White Party Fabric
Special Occasion decorating
fabric.
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102. Wine/Green/Gold fabrics with
multi colors from around the
world.
Luxury Pink & Green
Pink & Green Luxury drapery and
upholstery fabrics from around the
world.
Luxury silk, viscose,
rayon & cotton fabrics.
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103. Trims in Black
Lip cord, Brush fringe,
Tassel fringe, Beaded trim
in decorator coordinates
and solids. Trims in Gold
Lip cord, Brush fringe,
Tassel fringe, Beaded
trim in decorator
coordinates and solids.
Trims in Red
Lip cord, Brush
fringe, Tassel fringe,
Beaded trim in
decorator coordinates
and solids.
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104. Trims in Pink
Lip cord, Brush fringe,
Tassel fringe, Beaded
trim in decorator
coordinates and solids.
Trims in Brown
Lip cord, Brush
fringe, Tassel
fringe, Beaded trim
in decorator
coordinates and
solids.
Trims in Neutrals
Lip cord, Brush
fringe, Tassel
fringe, Beaded
trim in decorator
coordinates and
solids.
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108. The Decorative Fabric Filled holes of
Paris
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109. Characteristics of Apparel Fabric
 Flame Retardant
• Fabrics usually have a coating or film lamination which provides a
high level of protection and comfort.
• One of the protection is, providing insulation against flame or making
it heat retardant.
 Wet Weather
• Some fabrics are water-repellent finishes, which provides normal
comfort in the foulest weather.
• It is also breathable and windproof.
 Anti-Static
• This is to protect from static charge in the environments of aviation,
petrochemical, defense, automotive, mining, power generation and
computer.
• Anti-static fabric is durable along with being serviceable.
• It withstands regular cleaning abreast of retaining effective
functional performance.
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110. Types of Fabrics used for Apparel
 Acetate
• It is used as uniforms, clothing and lingerie.
• It has a crisp feel with lustrous appearance of silk and excellent drapeability.
 Acrylic
• It is used as a substitute for wool.
• It is durable, soft, and has a wooly feel.
• It is resistant to sun and chemicals.
 Broadcloth
• Closely woven and wears very well but wrinkles very badly.
• It is used as shirts, dresses, blouses, summer wear.
 Brocade
• Usually made fit for eveningwear, church vestments, interior furnishings, and
robes.
• It has rich, heavy, elaborate design effect.
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111.  Challis
• It is soft, very lightweight and is washable.
• It is used as women's and children's dresses, kimonos, neckties and sportswear.
 Chambray
• It is smooth, strong, closely woven and soft.
• Used as children's wear, dresses, shirts and blouses, aprons and all kinds of
sportswear.
 Denim
• Used as pants, caps, uniforms, bedspreads, slipcovers, draperies, upholstery,
sportswear.
• It resists snags and tears.
• It comes in heavy to lighter weights.
 Drill
• A cotton fabric used for uniforms, work cloths, and sportswear.
 Faille
• It has a lustrous finish.
• Used as dresses, blouses, and some dressy coats.
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112.  Chiffon
• Used as eveningwear, blouses and scarves.
• It is lightweight, sheer, transparent and very fine.
 Cotton
• It is very elastic and withstand high temperatures.
• It has high washability and dyes well.
• It is comfortable in all weather.
• It is used as all types of clothing
 Crepe
• All types of dresses finds a fit place like from long dinner dresses to suits and
coats.
• It has a crinkled and puckered surface with a soft mossy finish.
• It has rough feel and appearance.
 Damask
• It is very durable, made from silk in actual.
• It sheds dirt, launders well and holds high luster, especially in linen.
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113.  Flax
• It is of linen with a high absorbent quality, allowing moisture to evaporate
quickly.
• It is easily washable but has a poor elasticity.
 Gabardine
• Used as men's and women's tailored suits, coats, raincoats, uniforms, and
men's shirts.
• It has a clear finish.
• It is durable and wears extremely well.
 Georgette
• It is crisp with an outstanding durability.
• It is sheer and has a dull face.
 Houndstooth
• Sportscoats and suits are made out of it.
• It is usually of wool.
 Moire
• It is made of silk, rayon or cotton and has a watermarked finish.
• It is used as eveningwear, formals, dresses and coats.
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114.  Nylon
• It is used as women's hosiery, knitted or woven lingerie, socks and sweaters.
• It is elastic, easy to wash and is lustrous.
 Organdy
• It is used as summer formals, blouses and aprons.
• It is a tightly twisted yarn with a crisp.
 Organza
• Used as evening dresses.
• It is fine, sheer, lightweight and crisp.
 Oxford
• Mostly used for men's shirts.
• It is made of cotton and sometimes even of rayon.
 Polyester
• It is smooth, crisp and springy.
• It is readily washable and is not damaged by sunlight.
• It is made for all weather and is resistant to moths and mildew.
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115.  Flannel
• Used as blazers, dresses, skirts, suits and coats.
• It is soft with a napped surface.
• It shrinks if not pre-shrunk.
• It sags with wear.
 Pongee
• It is made of silk, cotton, or rayon and used for dresses, blouses and
summer suits.
• It is lightweight.
 Rayon
• It is a cellulose fiber based fabric and is highly absorbent.
• It drapes well and is resistant to moths, bleaches and chemicals.
 Silk
• It is very strong and absorbant.
• It has a brillient sheen and unique softness.
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