Cotton Twill Fabric

I bought a skirt from ebay and found it extremely comfy, the washing instruction states that the fabric is brushed cotton. I tried to find more skirts made with brushed cotton on ebay and came across this 'moleskin' which is defined as 'a heavy-napped cotton twill fabric', so I wonder if it's just a fancier name for brushed cotton, or are they two different types of fabric but similar in texture? Please help, many thanks!

There are a number of fabrics called "moleskin", some of which are cotton and some not.

Traditional moleskin (as used in British outdoor trousers) is a closely woven heavy cotton and linen fustian with a napped surface, often created by brushing. Modern polyester "moleskin" is a brushed poly twill or a one sided velourish affair -- sometimes even knit velours are sold as "moleskin".

Brushed cotton is any cotton fabric from very lightweight to very heavyweight, that has been treated by brushing to produce a softer surface, usually just on one side. Cotton flannel, for instance, is a brushed cotton. So is brushed denim. I even have a piece of brushed batiste -- batiste is a lightweight plain weave cotton normally used for fine blouses, nightgowns and baby clothes.

So it's really best to inquire particulars of fabrics you want to consider for a project. Many of the traditional names of fabrics are mis-used all the time. I've been offered chambray (plain tabby weave) for denim (twill), pique and plisse for seersucker, an embossed organza for ottoman, etc. Sigh.

2009-07-16 08:56:30 by J

Sharing some flowers I made using twill and this other fabric called duck something, hehe. Love the texture! Thanks for stopping by! Have fun ...

If so, what's different about the two?

I was unable to find a definition for cotton twill fabric but here is the one for drill.
Drill is a strong, durable cotton fabric with a strong bias (diagonal) in the weave. It can be used unbleached, although it is more often bleached, or dyed.

The lighter weights are used in such clothing items as shirts, safari jackets, blouses, play- and martial-arts wear

2009-06-12 03:19:40 by naysie

Price: $24.99 $15.13

Hand wash or dry clean
Fabric is soft to the touch and paper-backed for use with all inkjet printers
Create fun projects with this photo fabric

my newborn is very hot natured. I'm looking for the cooler fabric sling? Which fabric is cooler and more breathable? Hemp, cotton, or twill?

Hemp and cotton are fibers; twill is a weave. It's sort of like comparing oranges and apples to cream pies.

Of the common fibers, order for heat retention from best to worst:
wool
acrylic
polyester
olefin
nylon
aramid
silk
spandex
linen
cotton
rayon
acetate
(Kadolf, et al. 1993. Textiles, 7th ed. Macmillan)

So if you want cool, go for the lowest on the list. Note that rayon and acetate are not particularly strong fibers, so you may want to stick with cotton or linen for the safety of the baby.

2009-08-30 14:04:11 by me

Price: $495.00 $495.00

I also wanted to know more about the experience with these fabrics in the field (comfort, ease to clean and dry, how breathable, durable, etc.).

Synthetic materials have a bad habit of sticking to your skin if they catch fire.

2009-09-24 00:05:03 by Kaspars

i am buying a bean bag, but i would feel more comfortable with my purchase is i knew what the fabric it was made out of was like. heres the link




http://www.overstock.com/Home-Garden/Zoe -6-foot-Mocha-Cocoon-Beanbag-Chair/26032 35/product.html?

Cotton twill is a heavy weight cotton fabric. It is strong like canvas but softer to the touch. It should wear fairly well.

2008-05-27 21:55:20 by fobfan6894