Textile Design Terms

verb to decorate with ruffles or frills

• The gown was befrilled with delicate lace along the hem.
• She loves to wear tops that are befrilled with ruffles.
• I can't believe she's still wearing those befrilled jeans from the 80s.
• His speech was befrilled with unnecessary details and embellishments.

noun a type of animal coat color pattern characterized by streaks or spots of a darker color on a lighter background

• The brindle coat of the dog was a unique feature that caught everyone's attention.
• I love the brindle pattern on that cat, it's so cool!
• Check out that brindle pup, isn't he adorable?
• The brindle clouds in the sky reminded her of a painting.

verb past tense of the verb 'dry', meaning to remove moisture from something

adjective describes a noun as having had moisture removed

• The dried flowers were carefully arranged in a vase for the centerpiece.
• I found some dried fruit in the pantry for a snack.
• Let's grab some dried beef jerky for the road trip.
• His sense of humor seemed to have dried up lately.

noun a quick, light movement

verb to move with quick, light movements

• The butterfly's wings began to flutter as it emerged from its chrysalis.
• I love watching the leaves flutter in the wind on a sunny day.
• She felt a flutter in her heart when she saw her crush walk by.
• Excitement caused her stomach to flutter with anticipation before the big event.

noun a slit or opening in a garment, especially in the bodice of a dress or gown

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• The tailor carefully stitched the placket on the shirt to ensure a clean finish.
• I always struggle with buttoning up my shirt with that tiny placket.
• Check out the cool placket detail on this jacket, it's so stylish.
• The placket of lies unraveled as the truth was finally revealed.

adjective exhibiting different colors or patterns; varied in appearance

• The variegated pattern on the wallpaper added a touch of elegance to the room.
• I love how the variegated leaves on this plant make it look so unique.
• Check out the variegated design on that shirt, it's so cool!
• Her variegated personality makes her a fascinating person to be around.