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2. Chenille fabric - Wikipedia

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   According to textile historians, chenille-type yarn is a recent invention, dating to the 18th century and believed to have originated in France. The original technique involved weaving a "leno" fabric and then cutting the fabric into strips to make the chenille yarn. Alexander Buchanan, a foreman in a Paisley fabric mill, is credited with ...

3. Yarn - Wikipedia

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   Yarn is selected for different textiles based on the characteristics of the yarn fibres, such as warmth (wool), light weight (cotton or rayon), durability (nylon is added to sock yarn, for example), or softness (cashmere, alpaca). Yarn is composed of twisted strands of fiber, which are known as plies when grouped together. [19]

4. Acrylic fiber - Wikipedia

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   Acrylic is lightweight, soft, and warm, with a wool-like feel. [2] It can also be made to mimic other fibers, such as cotton, when spun on short staple equipment. Some acrylic is extruded in colored or pigmented form; others is extruded in "ecru", otherwise known as "natural," "raw white," or "undyed." Pigmented fiber has the highest color ...

5. List of yarns for crochet and knitting - Wikipedia

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   Cotton yarn has minimal elasticity unless blended with other fibers. Pure cotton is useful for projects that require structure such as purses and tote bags, placemats, and other utilitarian items. Fiber type. Description. Egyptian cotton. Longest cotton fiber, smoother and softer than other cottons. Pima cotton.

6. Thread (yarn) - Wikipedia

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   Thread (yarn) A thread is a long strand of material, often composed of several filaments or fibres, used for joining, creating or decorating textiles. Ancient Egyptians were known for creating thread using plant fibers, wool and hair. [1] Today, thread can also be made of many different materials including but not limited to cotton, wool, flax ...

7. Mohair - Wikipedia

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   Mohair fiber is also found in carpets, wall fabrics, craft yarns, and many other fabrics, and may be used as a substitute for fur. Because its texture resembles fine human hair, mohair is often used in making high-grade doll wigs or in rooting customized dolls. Mohair is a very soft yarn when compared with other natural and synthetic fibers.