When you think of snow, winter, cold, chilled, shivering, freezing, cuddling, etc you think of wool. It is a natural progression. Wool is equated as the material that is the most insulating and warmth giving ever. And the best thing is that man discovered this secret a long long time ago – the secret of … Read more
What are non-woven fabrics? Nonwoven fabrics are flat fabrics made from short-staple fibers and long filament fibers, which are felted or bonded together by a mechanical, thermal or chemical process. The fibers may be oriented in one direction or spread randomly into webs, mats or sheets. It may consist of one layer or multiple layers. … Read more
Yarn is the basic element with which a fabric is made of. Yarn is made by grouping or twisting together several strands of fibers to make a continuous length of interlocked fibers. This grouping or twisting is achieved by a process called spinning. Fibers that make the yarn can be natural or synthetic or a … Read more
Animal Prints are patterns inspired by the skin, fur, or scales of various animals. Wild animals are perceived as free, bold, unapologetic, and dangerous. The way they walk, stalk, chase, and prey in their kingdom is considered to be beautiful and sensuous. Even other animals that are more sedate are considered beautiful because of their … Read more
1.65 billion people, 9 recognized religions, 2000 ethnic groups, 122 languages, 12000 years of history – India has had plenty of resources in its people and cultural diversity to have made a lasting impact on the cultural milieu of the world. Textile printing is one area where India has made an identity of its own. … Read more
If you care an iota about fashion you will know what tweed is and would also want a tweed jacket in pride of place in your wardrobe. The tweed fabric is almost synonymous with the clothes that you make with it. We always mention ‘a tweed coat’ ‘a tweed sheath dress’ etc. What is Tweed? … Read more