Fundamentals of Textile Design 3(2+1)

Lesson 11: Weaves

Fabrics in Plain Weave

Fabrics of any weaves can generally range from sheer or light weight to very heavy also called bottom weight or suiting fabrics. A large group of fabrics used for apparel & household purposes are from this weave.

Sheer Fabrics:These are light in weight, transparent or semi transparent.

• Organdy – sheer with acid finish (parchmentization).
• Lawn – crisp printed fabric.
• Georgette and Chiffon – from filament crepe yarns or highly twisted yarns.
• Voile – sheer fabric with special high twist yarns
• Cambric

Figures + hyperlink to fabric types lesson.

Medium weight fabrics:
Calico, Ginghams, Chintz, Longcloth, Crepes etc.

Suiting weight fabrics:
Flannel, Canvas, Tweed.