All the items in “Irresistible: The Global Patterns of Ikat” — well, all but one — were woven with the same painstaking technique. But the robes, wraps and wall hangings on exhibit at the George ...

Here, we present a foldable and sustainable power source by fabricating an all-solid hybrid power textile with economically viable materials and scalable fabrication technologies. Based on lightweight ...

In the tribal villages of Hazaribagh in Northeastern India, facades of mud huts are adorned with intricate floral and vine patterns painted by local women using a dark manganese coating and a pale ...

Originally crafted from silk, brocade is a lustrous, high-quality woven fabric featuring intricate designs. Frequently used for upholstery and drapery, the luxurious textile is now made from a wide ...

In 1955, Frank Lloyd Wright designed a collection of fabric patterns for Schumacher. Now the textile company is re-releasing them to a new audience. [Photo: courtesy Schumacher] When the current ...

Let's be real, shapewear has had its moment. We've all been there, trying to squeeze into those control garments that promise ...

Color fastness is important to keep the vibrancy of African textiles. To test this, lightly dampen a small, inconspicuous ...

Most designers work with lush jacquard fabrics at some point in their careers. Known for their durability, complex patterns, and ornate beauty, jacquards have remained popular since their invention in ...

Creative and sustainable fashion designer Adele Atherton, owner of Tallula Vintage, creates unique and colourful clothes ...

Hand-crafted, sustainable and incredibly charming, patchwork quilts and fabrics are making a real comeback, and they are much ...