so many names for fabrics with criss-cross patterns, read on to find out.
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If you’ve always wondered why there are so many names for fabrics with criss-cross patterns, read on to find out.
1) Checkered or Checkerboard
A checkered pattern consists of squares in two different colors positioned in alternating positions. As its name suggests, think of a checkerboard or the finishing line flag at a Formula One race.
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2) Gingham
In actual fact, gingham is the name of the fabric made from cotton-blend yarn. Because of the weaving process, the single-colored yarn creates a striped or checkered pattern against the white yarn. There can also be different levels of transparency in the color tones. That’s what you see being used for the tablecloths when you’re at a Jack’s Place restaurant.
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3) Plaid
Plaid is a pattern formed from crisscrossing lines of varying widths in one, two, or three colors. Plaid is more commonly used on shirts as it can also come in sheer fabrics. The most famous plaid pattern is probably seen on Burberry trenchcoats and scarves.
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4) Tartan
Similar to a plaid pattern, tartan designs are formed with lines of varying widths but tartans usually feature three or more colors in addition to the base color. The most common and historic use of the tartan pattern is on Scottish kilts.
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.5) Houndstooth
A variation of the traditional checkered pattern, houndstooth patterns are formed from checks with notched corners. Because of the complexity of the design, it’s more commonly used for coats and cushions.
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