Tag Archives: Dobby Weave

Piqué

Piqué is a type of weaving, not a specific fabric – just like twill and jacquard. Like jacquard, it is made on a special loom, called a dobby loom. Hence, fabrics of this type are known as dobby weaves. (If you’re thinking about house elves right now, that makes two of us.) Piqué weaving creates… Read More »

Introduction to Fabric Weaves

Two things determine a fabric, the yarns used and how they’re assembled into fabric. Here’s a quick glossary. There are many more ways to weave and knit than are listed here, and I’ll add to the list over time, but these are the most common methods. Essential Terms Warp and Weft Warp yarns run the… Read More »