Tammy

Description

A plain woven, shiny fabric made with two or more types of fibers. Tammy was originally made with all wool, then later made with a combination of wool and cotton. It was used for linings and undergarments.

Synonyms and Related Terms

tammie

Authority

• Fairchild's Dictionary of Textiles, Phyllis G.Tortora, Robert S. Merkel (eds.), Fairchild Publications, New York City, 7th edition, 1996

• Random House, Webster's Encyclopedic Unabridged Dictionary of the English Language, Grammercy Book, New York, 1997

• Susan E. Schur, Conservation Terminology: A review of Past & Current Nomenclature of Materials, Technology and Conservation, Spring (p.34-39); Summer (p.35-38); Fall (p.25-36), 1985