How did silk weaving develop in the byzantine empire?
the major silk indutries. Also because travelers traveled and smuggled silkworm eggs from China(who found the secret on how to make silk). They then grew their own silkworms which made silk and they tried to prevent other countries from finding and developing the secret to making silk. Silk making then became a major industry in the empire, making the empire rich. I like noodles
How the yarn RKM valaue relates to yarn strength?
RKM is the short expression for "Reisskilometer" - "Breaking-kilometer", which is an unit out of date. This can be expressed by the "breaking force of yarn per kilometers" at which yarn will break of its own weight". This is equivalent to breaking load in g/tex.
E.g.: a Cotton-yarn with 15 RKM means, it would break of its own weight, if you wind off 15 km of the yarn and hang it up in 15km.
According to Webster's New World College Dictionary, burlap is a "coarse cloth made of jute or hemp." Today, the words burlap, hessian, jute and gunnysack are often used interchangeably to refer to the same textile.
Effect of air conditioning systems in weaving?
In the textile industry, AC has a positive effect on both the yarns used in the textile machine, and the machine itself. It reduces humidity levels so the yarns don't absorb the very moisture out of the air as the yarns are dry. Yarns may also absorb the oils from the skin making the workers hands very dry. As for temperature, the machine will run more efficiently in cooler temps as heat will cause the moving parts to expand and friction will result. Too much expansion of certain parts will throw these parts "off" causing imperfections in the fabric.
Who was the first woman to weave straw and silk together to make bonnets?
Mary Kies was the first to weave straw and silk together to make bonnets :)
What does the Colors yellow mean in the Bible?
YELLOWGlory, Divine GoodGen. 1:4, 31; Heb. 1:3Life (man)
Strength (Capacity) for Life
Jaundice, gall of bitterness
How can I make a necklace to ashes like the ones in movies?
To make a cremation necklace to hold the ashes of your loved one, you first buy a necklace that is designed to hold the ashes, then ask the funeral home to put the ashes in it.
They will only use an ounce or two, so you will still need an urn for the rest.
Usually made in China, these yarns or threads are used for basting, lace, wrinkle effects, marker or temporary stitching, etc. The threads/yarn will dissolve when the garment is submersed into water, making it easier and more cost effective (faster) to make clothing products. The yarns/thread come in various sizes (thickness) and are made to dissolve in different water temperatures.
Are sheep the only animals that produce wool?
No, many animals produce hair that is suitable for spinning into yarns or thread and weaving into cloth. Any hair that is suitable for this use may properly be called wool.
Among other animals, wool is commonly obtained from:
Sheep
Goats
Rabbits
Camels
Musk Ox
American Bison
Llama
Alpaca
Vicuna
Guanaco
Yak
Is there a way to make a checkered pattern with rexlace?
I'm not completely sure, haven't had a chance to try it yet, but maybe if you use the rexlace with 2 colors, one each side? Just something to try.
A seamstress can wear most anything - sometimes he/she will wear the garments that he/she has made, and other times they will wear garments they purchase. Often a seamstress is interested in fashion/tailoring, which will be reflected in his or her personal style.
Vegetable yarn would be those yarns which come from plants, vs those which are manmade, or come from animal fibers.
Examples of vegetable yarns would be:
Examples of animal yarns, would include:
Examples of manufactured yarns would be those which come from oil and chemestry:
The overhand knot, square knot, granny knot, lark's head knot, half hitch, and the clove hitch are all basic knots used for macrame.
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Three types of weaves: plain, twill, and satin. Encyclopædia Britannica, Inc. The manner in which the yarns are interlaced determines the type of weave. The yarn count and number of warp and filling yarns to the square inch determine the closeness or looseness of a weave.
* yarn elongation is stretching of yarn before breakage of yarn and it is related with workability of machine and process
* yarn elongation is nothing but the the fibre strength
What is the difference between warping... weaving... and knitting?
Warping - the theads in a fabric which cross the loom lengthwise at right angles to the woof. Weaving - to make a piece of material by interlacing threads in close texture on a loom Knitting - to weave or connect yarn or wool by a series of interlocking loops and knots made with long eyeless needles, by hand
What yarns produce a fabrics with a small amount of a second color in it?
Several yarns incorporate a small amount of coordinating or contrasting colored fiber. Some examples include: Melange
Tweed
Donegal (Kilcarra)
Thrumed
Heather
How does a hot and humid climate favour spinning and weaving?
Because the thread does not breaks due to presence of moisture.
It is used in art to make things such as rugs, art work varses and other things
Tools in handicraft and its uses?
There are many tools used in woodcraft; indeed, far too many to list here. However, a knowledge of the basic tools is a definite must. Thus, the first tool any novice should know about is the blade. These can come in all forms, but a mere pocket knife can do a great deal of shaping on its own. Another tool that is a must for most woodcraft is sandpaper. This is what is used to smooth a project and remove minute imperfections. Finally, there is the chisel and gouge. These two items are equally important as they allow for more detail working than a pocketknife can realistically provide. From this point, there are numerous other tools which can be used, so be sure to visit the local craft shop to learn more.
Instillation art is a piece of art that completely takes up the space it is being show in, to the point where the show room is part of the piece. It is permanently connected.