selvage

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The term "selvage" refers to the finished edge of a woven fabric that prevents it from unraveling. This edge, also known as a selvedge, runs lengthwise parallel to the warp yarns. It can be a narrow border, sometimes made with different or heavier threads than the main fabric, and may even feature a different weave. In essence, the selvage is the side edge of a piece of fabric that is not meant to be cut off.12

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…avoids raveling; these are called selvages. They run lengthwise, parallel to the warp yarns. The three basic weaves are plain, twill, and satin. Fancy weaves—such as pile, Jacquard, dobby, and leno—require more complicated looms or special loom attachments for their construction.
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…avoids raveling; these are called selvages. They run lengthwise, parallel to the warp yarns. The three basic weaves are plain, twill, and satin. Fancy weaves—such as pile, Jacquard, dobby, and leno—require more complicated looms or special loom attachments for their construction.
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