Which fabric is 65% polyester and 35% cotton, spun, balanced plain weave, piece dyed and burned-out?

Which fabric is 65% polyester and 35% cotton, spun, balanced plain weave, piece dyed and burned-out?

• A. Drapery sheer
• B. Embossed seersucker
• C. Glazed chintz
• D. Crinoline

Answer: (A)

This fabric is described by a polyester–cotton blend paired with a burn-out finish on a balanced plain weave, spun yarns, and being piece dyed. The key idea is how burn-out works on blends: the cotton portion (cellulose) is partially dissolved away in the pattern areas, leaving translucent motifs against a ground of polyester. A 65/35 blend provides durability and a soft hand, while the spun yarns and balanced plain weave give a smooth, even surface that clearly shows the burn-out design. Piece dyeing ensures a uniform color across the fabric, which is typical for drapery sheers where a light, airy look is desired. The result is a semi-sheer drapery fabric with decorative burnout patterns, not the heavy texture of embossed seersucker, the glossy finish of glazed chintz, or the stiffness of crinoline.

This fabric is described by a polyester–cotton blend paired with a burn-out finish on a balanced plain weave, spun yarns, and being piece dyed. The key idea is how burn-out works on blends: the cotton portion (cellulose) is partially dissolved away in the pattern areas, leaving translucent motifs against a ground of polyester. A 65/35 blend provides durability and a soft hand, while the spun yarns and balanced plain weave give a smooth, even surface that clearly shows the burn-out design. Piece dyeing ensures a uniform color across the fabric, which is typical for drapery sheers where a light, airy look is desired. The result is a semi-sheer drapery fabric with decorative burnout patterns, not the heavy texture of embossed seersucker, the glossy finish of glazed chintz, or the stiffness of crinoline.