HOW TO SHOP THE FABRIC MARKET
The Entrepreneur's Guide to Sewn Product Manufacturing
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Glossary of frequently-used textile, manufacturing, development, production, and commercial shipping terms in the apparel industry.
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Natural Fibers |
Any fiber that comes from a natural source and needs a minimum of processing to create yarns for textile production. The most common categories are: animal - silk, (wool, hair) and fur); vegetable - cotton, linen, ramie. |
Notches |
Cut-in markings on the pattern piece or “sloper” indicating matching points to facilitate sewing seams, seam allowances, easing or gathering and creating pattern/fabric (markers) layouts for cutting. |
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