Applications
Start with the intended textile application and explore the yarn properties, structures and processing requirements to consider.
Topics in This Category
This category covers three connected areas of yarn knowledge.
Apparel & Activewear
Application requirements such as movement, handle and durability, and the yarn information useful for fabric development.
Hosiery & Seamless
Questions about yarn construction, stretch, feeding and package compatibility for hosiery and seamless development.
Other Textile Applications
A framework for describing intended use, processing needs and performance priorities when an application has specific requirements.
Related Knowledge
Yarn Performance
The category for stretch, durability and other application-dependent yarn properties.
Yarn Types & Structures
The category for filament, textured, covered and combined yarn structures.
Put Your Yarn Knowledge into Practice
Use the Yarn Development Tool to organize your material, application and performance requirements for your next project.