A lightweight, sheer fabric made of fine silk, it is named after the French dressmaker Georgette de la Plante. Known for its crinkled texture, which absorbs dyes well, it is usually used to make saris, dresses, blouses and gowns.
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A category of synthetic dyes made with a base material of coal-tar derivatives. Aniline is an organic compound derived from…
Fibre derived from the hair of Angora goats, it is used to make mohair yarn and fabric. It is known…
Yarn that consists of two or more threads twisted together. Plied yarn produces strong and flexible fabric.
Porous sedimentary rock formed from compressed silicate grains, found in many regions across the world and varying widely in colour.…
A naturally occuring gum obtained from the hardened sap of the Acacia senegal and Vachellia seyal trees and traditionally used…
A traditional Indian handmade paper produced from khadi rags.
Any of several fast-growing climbing palm species of the family Calamoideae, as well as their stems and outer skin that…
Glass that has been given a coarse surface finish, usually with a fine abrasive, to be used as the viewfinder…