a soft or warm fabric used for clothes.
flannel
the wool of a sheep or similar animal; coats
fleece
a thin, transparent fabric with a loose open weave. Summer apparel, bandages, curtains.
gauze
A strong, closely-woven corded fabric usually of silk or rayon and often with cotton fiber. It is a heavy, rather prominent, ribbed fabric made from plain or rib weaves. Trimming, waistband, ribbon.
grosgrain
a coarse, loosely woven, homemade fabric.
homespun fabric
small combination of twill weave and color pattern formed in warp and weft to make a square design that looks like a tooth. Suits, trousers, sports jackets.
houndstooth
Fine stable weft knit once used only for underwear, now used for casual outerwear.
interlock
An intricate patterened weave or knit, often with raised surfaces. Formal wear.
jacquard
A brocaded fabric woven with metallic threads, often silver or gold. Evening and formal wear.
lame
lightweight plain or twill weave fabric usually of rayon or silk. Ties, scarves.
foulard
A strong material which does not allow water to go through and is often used for making coats
gabardine
similar to but heavier than chiffon. Made form crepe yarns, thus a matte texture. Blouses, evening wear.
georgette
plain-weave cotton fabric, usually striped or checked. Dresses, blouses, children's clothing.
gingham
Selected sections of warp yarns are dyed by resist method producing a shadowy effect. Dresses.
ikat
Generic term for plain weft-knitted fabrics. Has extensive crosswise stretch. Cotton, synthetic, or blends. T-shirts.
jersy
A plant fiber used for making rope, burlap bags, and carpet backing
jute
