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Bonding uses adhesives or heat to join fibers or weave-less fabrics together. It's utilized for interlinings and to combine fabric layers for aesthetic effects.

Weaving involves interlacing two sets of yarns at right angles to each other. It's commonly used to create a wide variety of fabrics, from denim to satin.

Tufting is the process of inserting piles of yarn into a backing material to create a tufted layer such as in carpets or some types of upholstery.

Non-woven fabrics are made by bonding or felting fibers together. They're often used for disposable products like wipes or in medical textiles.

Crocheting uses a crochet hook to interlock loops of yarn, thread, or strands of other materials. It's popular for making blankets, hats, and scarves.

Braiding intertwines three or more strands of yarns to create a plaited structure. It's used for making trimmings, shoelaces, and decorative textiles.

Tatting is a technique for handcrafting a particularly durable lace constructed by a series of knots and loops. It's often used for doilies, lace trims, and decorative edgings.

Quilting involves sewing multiple layers of fabric together to create a padded material. It's widely used for bedcovers, garments, and artistic wall hangings.

Pleating creates folds in the fabric by pressing or sewing. It's used in skirts and dresses to add fullness or decorative detail.

Laminating bonds two or more layers of fabric with an adhesive to strengthen or give special properties to fabric. It's used in outdoor clothing and packaging materials.

Embroidery involves decorating fabric with designs stitched in strands of thread. Used often in personalizing garments, and for decorative purposes.

Knitting involves interlooping yarns together. It's used for producing more elastic fabrics, like those found in t-shirts and sweaters.

Felting merges fibers together through moisture, heat, and agitation to create a non-woven fabric. It's utilized in making hats, mats, and craft items.

Macramé is the art of knotting cord or string in patterns to make decorative articles. It's popular for making plant hangers, wall hangings, and jewelry.