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| Why are satin and twill weaves different than plain weave fabrics? |
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Definition
| Twill and satin weaves are more complex and require a greater number of harnesses on the loom than plain weave fabrics |
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| Each warp (or filling) yarn floats across two or more filling (or warp) yarns with a progression of interlacings by one to the right or left to form a distinct diagonal line or wale; 2/2 or 2/1 are the most common |
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| Characteristics of Twill Weaves |
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Definition
Have a technical face and back
The technical face is the side of the fabric with the most pronounced wale and has an interesting surface and texture
(face: the fashion side of the fabric)
Seldom printed or made in sheers
Soil is less evident due to wales on the surface
RIGHT HAND TWILL: Direction of twill usually goes from lower left to upper right in wool and wool-like fabrics
LEFT HAND TWILLS: from lower right to upper left in cotton and cotton-like fabrics
(R is closer to W and L is closer to C)
Fabrics are softer and more pliable due to fewer interlacings
Better wrinkle recovery |
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| Even-Sided (Reversible)Twill Fabrics |
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Definition
Exposes the same amount of warp and filling
2/2 Tills- Surah, Serge, Herringbone, Houndstooth |
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Predominance of warp yarns on the right side of the fabric which makes the fabrics stronger and more durable
2/1 Twills-Denim, Flocked denim, Gabardine, Cavalry Twill
Warp Faced: face of fabric comes off |
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Each warp yarn floats over 4 filling yarns and interlaces with the 5th filling yarn, with a progression of lacings by 2 to the right or to the left
4x1=warp faced
1x4=Filling faced |
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| Satin Weave Characteristics |
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Definition
Smooth and lustrous with long floats
Fewer interlacing; ravels easily
wrinkle resistant
definite face and back
Unbalanced
High Count gives body, strength, and wind repellency
Low count is weak and prone to slippage (especially with filament yarns) |
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| Warp- Faced Satin Fabrics |
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Definition
Satin (4 by 1)
Satin (#45)
One of the most lustrous fabrics, made of bright filament yarns in many different weights for use in dresses, linings, lingerie, draperies, and upholstery
-Crepeback satin |
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| Warp- Faced Satin Fabrics |
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Satin (4 by 1)
Satin (#45)
One of the most lustrous fabrics, made of bright filament yarns in many different weights for use in dresses, linings, lingerie, draperies, and upholstery
-Crepeback satin |
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| Fillin-Faced Satin Fabrics |
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Definition
Spun Yarns- Sateen
Filling Sateen, smooth, lustrous cotton fabric used for draperies, drapery linings and apparel
-Antique satin- reversible satin weave with satin floats on the technical face and surface slubs on the technical back. It is usually used with the technical back as the fashion side for drapery fabrics |
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