Definition of Chamoisette

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Fibre: Cotton, also rayon and nylon.

Weave: Knitted, double knit construction.

Characteristics: A fine, firmly knit fabric. Has a very short soft nap. Wears well. Nylon chamoisette is more often called "glove silk".

Uses: Gloves.

Definition of Chamoisette

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Fibre: Cotton, also rayon and nylon.

Weave: Knitted, double knit construction.

Characteristics: A fine, firmly knit fabric. Has a very short soft nap. Wears well. Nylon chamoisette is more often called "glove silk".

Uses: Gloves.