
History
The history of sustainable wool
My grandmother used to knit me these woollen socks. I used to call them 'goat socks'. But most of the wool comes from sheep, right? Or does it? I thought so too before I started my textile training. Now I know a lot more about wool and I would like to share this...
What is jacquard?
A jacquard loom is a loom that can be used to make the most complex patterns. In the past, complex patterns such as brocade or damask were made by hand. It is not possible to make complex patterns on a dobby loom. The arrival of the Jacquard loom brought many new...
History of the Breton stripe
The Breton stripe is a real friend to everyone. Due to its common character and simplicity, it is loved in almost every wardrobe. In this article I will tell you more about the history of this stripe. How did the Breton stripe become a classic? Historical context...
Enschede Textielstad: then and now
When you walk through the city of Enschede you can still see factory chimneys sticking out here and there. These are remnants of the textile city of Enschede. In two centuries, from 1728, Enschede became one of the largest textile cities in Western Europe. In the...
The history of linen and cotton
Properties of linen and cotton Cotton is considered by many to be the most comfortable natural fabric in the world, linen is also seen as a very refined and luxurious fabric. Both fabrics are made from natural raw fibers. Linen is made from the bark of the flax plant...