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Fabric A -Z List

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The Fabric A -Z List is a lens devoted to indexing all types of fabric. Because there are so many types of fabric and because I am going to try to list as many as possible, this list could get quite long and will probably take me several months to compile. This list is far from finished, so keep coming back to watch it grow. If I've missed any type of fabric, leave a comment so I can add it to my list.

Created on April 22, 2008
Last updated: August 28, 2008

Fabric

A - Z

What Is This Lens? Why Should I Read It?

What Is This Lens?

This lens is an index of fabrics, listed from A - Z.

Why Should I Read It?

Well, since you're here asking me why you should read it, you might as well read it right? I mean, you're here anyways! :P

You probably would only be interested in this lens if you sew. If you don't sew, than this lens will not be of too much use to you.

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Acetae

    A synthetic fiber made from cellulose acetate. It is soft and pliable and resembles silk, but is colorfast to sunlight and perspiration when solution dyed.

    It comes in brocade, crepe, double knits, faille, knitted jersey, satin, taffeta, and tricot.

    Trade names include: Acetate by Avtex, Ariloft, Avron, Celanese, Celara, Chromspun, Estron, and Loftura.

    Uses: blouses, dresses, lingerie, linings, shirts, slacks, and sportswear.

Acrylic

    A synthetic fiber made from coal, air, water, oil, and limestone. It is soft, lightweight, warm, washable, quickdrying, and frequently used as a substitute for wool. It may pill when washed, but is resistant to moths, chemicals, oils, and sunlight.

    It is used to make fleece, pile fabrics, fake fur, and knits.

    Trade names: Acrilan, Bi-Loft, Creslan, Fi-lana, Nomelle, Orlon, Pa-Qel, Remember, So-Lara, Wintuk, Zefran, and Zitkrome.

    Uses: dresses, infant wear, skirts, outerwear, ski garments, sweater.

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Alskine



Alencon lace



Allover embroidery



Allover lace



Alpaca



Angora



Angora rabbit



Anid



Antique satin



Antron



Applique



Applique lace



Aramid



Argyle



Armue



Arnel



Art linen



Artificial silk



Artillery tweed



Astrakhan



Athlectic mesh










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Denim & Chambray with Style

Denim & Chambray with Style

by: Mary Mulari

Amazon Price: $1.23 (as of 05/26/2012)Buy Now
List Price: $19.95
Used Price: $0.01

Release Date: 12/31/1969

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Everything About Sewing Fur and Fur-like Fabrics from Vogue Patterns

Everything About Sewing Fur and Fur-like Fabrics from Vogue Patterns

Amazon Price: $30.00 (as of 05/26/2012)Buy Now
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Used Price: $30.00

Release Date: 12/31/1969

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Made With Lace: 40 Exquisite Lace Garments and Accessories

Made With Lace: 40 Exquisite Lace Garments and Accessories

by: Ginny Barnston

Amazon Price: $7.76 (as of 05/26/2012)Buy Now
List Price: $19.95
Used Price: $0.83

Release Date: 12/31/1969

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All About Silk: A Fabric Dictionary & Swatchbook (Fabric Reference Series, Volume 1)

All About Silk: A Fabric Dictionary & Swatchbook (Fabric Reference Series, Volume 1)

by: Julie Parker

Amazon Price: $45.00 (as of 05/26/2012)Buy Now
List Price: $45.00
Used Price: $30.40

Release Date: 12/31/1969

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Sewing Velvet: It's Easier Than You Think!

Sewing Velvet: It's Easier Than You Think!

by: J. B. Martin Staff

Amazon Price: $19.74 (as of 05/26/2012)Buy Now
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Used Price: $19.74

Release Date: 12/31/1969

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