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2. Yarn weight - Wikipedia

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   The number of wraps will act as a gauge to assess the thickness of unmarked yarn; for example 12 wraps per inch is 12 WPI, and is used to calculate how much yarn is required for various articles, [3] so that 12 is equivalent to 8 ply (worsted weight, medium weight) yarn.

3. Units of textile measurement - Wikipedia

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   Chiffon—6 to 8 mm (can be made in double thickness, i.e. 12 to 16 mm) Crepe de Chine—12 to 16 mm; Gauze—3 to 5 mm; Raw silk—35 to 40 mm (heavier silks appear more "wooly") Organza—4 to 6 mm; Charmeuse—12 to 30 mm; The higher the weight in mommes, the more durable the weave and the more suitable it is for heavy-duty use.

4. Worsted - Wikipedia

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   Worsted (/ ˈ w ɜːr s t ɪ d / or / ˈ w ʊ s t ɪ d /) is a high-quality type of wool yarn, the fabric made from this yarn, and a yarn weight category. The name derives from Worstead (from Old English Wurðestede , "enclosure place"), a village in the English county of Norfolk .

5. Glossary of textile manufacturing - Wikipedia

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   Serge is a type of twill fabric that has diagonal lines or ridges on both sides, made with a two-up, two-down weave. The worsted variety is used in making military uniforms, suits, great and trench coats. Its counterpart, silk serge, is used for linings. French serge is a softer, finer variety. The word is also used for a high quality woolen woven.

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