Natural Fabrics
This fabric is primarily composed of cellulose, an insoluble organic compound crucial to plant structure, and is a soft and fluffy material. The fibers are of varying length and spun into yarn to create a soft, durable fabric used for everyday garments.
What is cotton
This fabric is made from wood pulp as a substitute for silk. It has a similar drape and smooth feel to silk but is a lot less expensive to produce.
What is viscose or rayon
This fabric has elasticity and is often blended with other fabrics to help them stretch.
What is Spandex/Elastane/Lycra.
This fabric is one of the 3 major textile weaves. It is distinguished by it's diagonal rib pattern. It has a high thread count which means that the fabric is opaque, thick, and durable.
What is twill.
A cotton fabric made with dyed yarn woven using a plain weave to form a checked patterns. It is usually a 2-color fabric. The fabric is reversable.
What is Gingham
This fabric is made from animal hides or skins.
What is leather.
A favorite fabric for comfortable clothes. This fabric was originally made from wool but now is a blend of cotton and synthetic fibers. One side of the cloth is smooth and the other side piled.
What is jersey
Created from petrochemicals like coal and petrolium, this fabric is durable but not breathable. It adds strength to other fabric.
What is Polyester
This fabric has the pattern woven into it instead of printed onto it. The design is woven with satin weave while the background is achieved through a different fabric weave like twill, sateen, or plain.
What is Damask
This is a delicate fabric made from yarn or thread, characterised by open-weave designs and patterns created through a variety of different methods. It was originally made from silk and linen, but today cotton thread and synthetic fibers are both used
What is Lace
This is a type of wool fabric that comes from goats instead of sheep. It is extremely soft and is a great isulator. The fibers are very delicate
What is Cashmere
Grown (often sustainably) from a eucalyptus tree, this fiber often has a silky drape and is breathable. It takes color well and has a light sheen or luster. It is very absorbent fabric.
What is Tencel or Lyocell.
This lightweight, sheer, plain-woven fabric whas originally made from silk. It is characterized by very small holes through the fabric. It is a popular choice for wedding gowns and evening wear. It has a shimmery and translucent quality.
What is Organza
This is a type of wool that comes from Australia. It is one of the softest forms of wool and doesn’t aggravate the skin. This is because of the small diameter of the fine fibers. It is more flexible and pliable, making it less itchy.
What is Merino Wool
This fabric is extremely strong and lightweight. It comes from the flax plant.
What is Linen
This fiber is good for clothing worn near the skin because it’s hypoallergenic, insulating, and soft. It’s also absorbent and antibacterial, as well as one of the more environmentally friendly fabrics.
What is Bamboo.
This fabric is shiny and waterproof. It cannot breathe well. It is often used in kids rain coats.
What is PVC.
One of the 3 major weaves, this fabric creates a elastic, shiny, beautiful drape. One side is shinier than the other. This is a very soft fabric.
What is satin.
This is a woven fabric that is often woven silk with synthetic fibers. It has a lustrous, shiny appearance. It varies in weight and sheerness. It is a popular lining fabric because of it is soft and decorative.
What is Taffeta
What is Muslin.
This fiber comes from beech trees. It blends well with other fabrics and fibers, often in french terry fabrics.
What is Modal