Weaving
Weaving
Weaving (/ˈwiːvɪŋ/) is a method of textile production in which two distinct sets of yarns or threads are interlaced at right angles to form a fabric or cloth. Other methods are knitting, crocheting, felting, and braiding or plaiting.
Etymology
The word weaving is derived from the Old English weefan which means "to weave, form by interlacing."
Process
The longitudinal threads are called the warp and the lateral threads are the weft or filling. The method in which these threads are inter-woven affects the characteristics of the cloth.
Types of Weaving
There are three basic types of weaving: plain weave, twill weave, and satin weave.
Related Terms
- Loom: A device used to weave cloth and tapestry.
- Warp (weaving): The set of lengthwise yarns that are held in tension on a frame or loom.
- Weft: The yarn which is shuttled back and forth across the warp to create a woven fabric.
- Twill: A type of textile weave with a pattern of diagonal parallel ribs.
- Satin: A weave that typically has a glossy surface and a dull back.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Weaving
- Wikipedia's article - Weaving
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