What is Weaving? different types of weave

WEAVING: The method or process of interlacing two yarns of similar materials so that they cross each other at right angles to produce woven fabric. The warp yarns, or ends, run lengthwise in the fabric, and the filling threads (weft), or picks, run from side to side. Weaving can be done on a power or handloom or by several hand methods.

There are different types of weave for the production of fabrics, such as:

The Plain Weave: The plain weave is variously known as “calico” or “tabby” weave. It is the simplest of all weaves having a repeat size of 2. The range of application of this weave is wide.

The Twill Weave: Twill weaves are the weaves that find a wide range of application. They can be constructed in a variety of ways. The main feature of these weaves that distinguishes from other types is the presence of pronounced diagonal lines that run along the width of the fabric.

Satin and Sateen weave: Satin is a warp faced rearranged twill and sateen is a rearranged weft faced twill. Thus satin is the reverse side of sateen weaves. These weaves form an important category of weaves. They are used in combination with other weaves, particularly in case of ornamented fabrics. The striking feature of these weaves is their bright appearance and smooth feel.
 

 Honey comb weaves : The honey comb weaves derive their name from their partial resemblance to the hexagonal honey comb cells of wax in which bees store their honey. These weaves form ridges and hollows which give a cell like appearance to the textures. Both warp and weft threads float somewhat on both sides, which coupled with the rough structure, renders this class of fabric readily absorbent of moisture.
 

 Huck a back weaves: The huck a back weaves are basically toweling fabrics. They are generally associated with honey comb fabrics and hence known as honeycomb effects. They are constructed by alternately combining a floating with a plain weave. Interestingly, a number of weaves are derived from these weaves. Huck a back weaves are suitable for producing thick and heavy textures.
 

Crepe weaves: Crepe weaves constitute an useful variety of simple weaves and are also known as “crape” or “oatmeal”fabrics due to their pebbly or crinkled (rough) surface. The size of the pebbles and their arrangement on the fabric surface determine the type of crepe fabric. The crepe effect can be achieved either by the use of crepe yarns (highly twisted) or a crepe weave, and sometimes by special process of finishing, i.e., embossing. Crepe weaves are commonly used in combination with other elementary weaves, to produce a variety of various effects in elaborate jacquard designs for brocade and related fabrics.
 

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