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Tulle and lace netting
Tulle and lace netting Tulle and lace netting.

Tulle is a type of sheer, stiffened net fabric, often made from silk, rayon, or nylon. It is characterized by its fine, hexagonal-shaped meshes and is commonly used for veils and ballet costumes.12

Historically, nets were made by knotting or looping threads to create open fabrics. Modern net fabrics, including tulle, are now typically produced using machinery. This manufacturing process allows for a wide variety of mesh sizes and weights, suitable for apparel, home furnishings like curtains, and industrial uses such as fishing nets. The origin of the word "tulle" comes from the French city of Tulle, France.231

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