James Hargreaves invented the spinning jenny in 1764-1765 in Lancashire. Machine allowed workers to work 8-120 spools simultaneously. Initially produced coarse thread, later improved with water frame. Hargreaves kept invention secret until 1770, then moved to Nottingham
Chenille yarn originated in France in the 18th century. Alexander Buchanan introduced chenille to Scotland in the 1830s. James Templeton and William Quiglay refined the process for oriental rug imitation. Dalton, Georgia became the tufted bedspread capital in the 1920s-1930s
Wool is a protein fiber from sheep and other mammals. Produced by follicles in skin layers, with primary and secondary types. Contains natural crimp and scales for spinning and insulation. Can absorb up to one-third of its weight in water
Angora wool comes from the downy coat of Angora rabbits. It is soft, thin, and has a distinctive halo texture. Quality wool is 12-16 micrometres in diameter. Angora is warmer and lighter than regular wool due to hollow core
Silk is produced by silkworms, which are caterpillars that spin protective cocoons. Bombyx mori silkworms produce finest quality silk, feeding on mulberry leaves. Wild silkworms produce thicker fibers, including Tussah, Eri, and muga varieties
Requires dispenser, observer, glass blocks, dirt blocks, shears, chest, hopper. Observer traps sheep under glass container while dispenser collects wool. Farm needs grassy dirt blocks for sheep to regrow wool. Multiple shears needed to keep automatic farm running