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Baseball caps have long been a stylish yet functional staple of fashion and functionality for men and women, yet have you ever thought to consider what material your cap is made from? Fabric can play an instrumental role in how comfortable, durable and stylish a hat will be; with so many materials out there it[…]
Worker safety has become a top priority in high-risk industries. From construction to manufacturing, textile innovations are playing a critical role in reducing injuries and improving working conditions. This article explores the most impactful industrial fabrics that revolutionize worker safety, with real examples of how they function in demanding environments. This article is about the[…]
Designing a dress for prom is no easy task, and regardless of whether you do it for yourself or someone else, there is no room for mistakes. The idea of creating something for a special event is quite exciting; consider the thought that someone will wear something unique to their prom. But before picking colors[…]
Different Strength Properties of Apparel Clothing Apparel is the finished clothing to wear in the human body. To meet the required quality, apparel must needs to have some specific Strength Properties. The strength of fabric or garment indicates its ability to resist mechanical damage due to the stresses of normal wear and laundering or dry-cleaning.[…]
Flannel vs Fleece: Choosing the Perfect Blanket for Chilly Nights When the chill of the night sets in, and you’re in search of the perfect companion to keep you warm and cozy, there’s often a debate between two popular choices: flannel and fleece blankets. Both offer their unique set of qualities, but how do you[…]
Different Factors that Determine Fabric Properties A manufactured assembly of fibers and yarns that has a substantial surface area in relation to its thickness and sufficient cohesion to give the assembly useful mechanical strength is called fabric. The fabric has many properties. For different purposes, we need to determine fabric properties. In this article, I[…]
