Difference between pages "Whinstone" and "Whipcord"
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== Description == | == Description == | ||
| − | A | + | A round, twisted cord or a twill fabric with a clearly defined diagonal ribs. Whipcord fabrics, made from [[cotton|cotton]] or [[wool|wool]], are typically used in upholstery, sportswear, or uniforms. Whipcord ropes were used to make whiplashes. |
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==Resources and Citations== | ==Resources and Citations== | ||
| − | * | + | * ''Fairchild's Dictionary of Textiles'', Phyllis G.Tortora, Robert S. Merkel (eds.), Fairchild Publications, New York City, 7th edition, 1996 |
| − | * '' | + | * ''The American Heritage Dictionary'' or ''Encarta'', via Microsoft Bookshelf 98, Microsoft Corp., 1998 |
| − | * | + | * Website: www.fabrics.net |
[[Category:Materials database]] | [[Category:Materials database]] | ||
Latest revision as of 15:57, 26 June 2022
Description
A round, twisted cord or a twill fabric with a clearly defined diagonal ribs. Whipcord fabrics, made from Cotton or Wool, are typically used in upholstery, sportswear, or uniforms. Whipcord ropes were used to make whiplashes.
Resources and Citations
- Fairchild's Dictionary of Textiles, Phyllis G.Tortora, Robert S. Merkel (eds.), Fairchild Publications, New York City, 7th edition, 1996
- The American Heritage Dictionary or Encarta, via Microsoft Bookshelf 98, Microsoft Corp., 1998
- Website: www.fabrics.net