Rug making has been practiced for over 2,500 years. Traditional methods remain unchanged in Morocco, Turkey and Persia. Handmade rugs have inherent value due to higher labor costs
Author started loom knitting 23 years ago after traditional knitting experience. Loom knitting offers simplified process using circular/rectangular looms with pegs. Technique requires minimal dexterity and coordination for all ages. Provides therapeutic experience promoting relaxation through rhythmic stitches
Egyptian spinning sector dates back to early 19th century. Sector produces cotton, polyester, and viscose yarns. Strategic location enables access to major markets worldwide. Government provides incentives for investment and growth
Wool is most popular yarn type, used in 19.3% of knitting patterns on Ravelry. Alpaca yarn is warm and soft, ideal for winter garments. Cashmere is softest natural fiber, six times finer than human hair. Merino wool from specific sheep breed, soft and allergy-free. Linen is absorbent and cool, ideal for summer projects
Six different fabrics were produced using 100% wool and mohair yarns. Mohair fabrics showed higher thickness than wool fabrics. Mohair fabrics had higher bending rigidity in both directions. Wool fabrics had higher elongation values in both directions. No consistent relationship found between fabric properties and fiber type
PET is a plastic resin that can be fully recycled into RPET. RPET is created from recycled plastic bottles, saving 6 tons of oil per ton. RPET bags are increasingly popular due to their eco-friendly properties