JACQUARD DESIGN
This fabric is more stable and stretchy as compared to other fabrics.
TYPES OF WEAVING
Jacquard weaves, produced on a special loom, are characterized by complex woven-in designs, often with large design repeats or tapestry effects. Fabrics made by this method include brocade, damask, and brocatelle. Dobby weaves, requiring a special loom attachment, have small, geometric, textured, frequently repeated woven-in.
JACQUARD PROCESS
Jacquard weave is created through loom process which is programmed in such a way to raise each warp thread independently of other threads. Jacquard fabric has an intricately woven pattern. This pattern is directly woven onto the fabric. This fabric is more stable and stretchy as compared to other fabrics. Jacquard weaves are produced on a special loom that is characterized by complex designs that are woven in with repetition of designs or tapestry effects. It is so versatile that this fabric can be used in almost everything. Jacquard weave can be easily blended with any fabric- silk, jute, cotton etc. It is interwoven in such a way that it adds details to the surface of the fabric, keeping it light in weight yet textured.
TYPES OF JACQUARD
1. BROCADE
Brocade is the most elaborately woven fabric. It has a raised pattern and is woven with multi-colored threads. Brocade produces rich designs and is the traditional jacquard fabric. It is generally heavy than other fabrics.
Brocade is popularly used in fashion clothing and upholstery.