On my very first day here at Jacquard, I was introduced to this very special book, "A Dictionary of Textile Terms," by Dan River Inc. Everyone showed me where to find the book, and instructed me never to move it from our offices! Originally copyrighted in 1944, it has long since been out of print. Lacking any modern equivalent, this treasured book remains in its designated home on our bookshelf. Our frequent references to this book gave us the idea to share new textile terms on a regular basis. Thus, we are beginning a new weekly segment called Term Tuesday where we can share these, and other terms we come across on a regular basis.
Before I explain today's term, I am going to ask you to read the following excerpt from our silk list. (Habotai being one of our most popular plain weave silks. We also have Crepe de Chine, Charmeuse, and Silk Satin among others.)
- Habotai 5mm 55"
- Habotai 8mm 55"
- Habotai 12mm 45"
As you were reading the above three lines, and came across the "mm," what did you say? Millimeter?
If you said millimeter, you are in good company, as this is what a majority of people say. Millimeter, however, is incorrect! The correct term is...
