Diamond and Diaper Weave

Features of Diamond weave

·      Diamond weave is formed by a combination of (1) drafting plan of horizontal weave and (2) lifting plan of vertical weave

·      Number of warp yarn and weft yarn in a repeat is double the base weave.

·      The diamond twill has a pointed draft.

·      It can be divided into 4 equal parts.

·      Diamonds form symmetry across their vertical axis and horizontal axis.

·      It is used to make towel, bed cover, table cloth, pillow cover.

Features of Diaper weave

·      The diaper is formed on the basis of herringbone weave.

·      Broken draft is used to make this weave.

·      It can be divided into two equal parts diagonally.

·      It is symmetrical about its diagonal axis.

·      Number of warp yarn and weft yarn in a repeat is double the base weave.

·      It is used to make towel, bed cloth, and pillow cover.