strength and weave of an item, a fiber sample is removed. The material is examined under a polarizing light microscope to see the structure and color of the fiber. If natural fibers (wool, cotton ...
When it comes to cotton, the weave of a fabric matters, too. “Specific weaves like cotton percale tend to be more cooling for hot sleepers than sateen,” according to Dr. Shelby Harris ...
In Pinili, Ilocos Norte, National Living Treasure Magdalena Gamayo weaves with Philippine cotton once more. At 100, her hands remain steady, crafting “inabel,” an Ilocano textile tradition. This ...