Cream Coarse Broadcloth - Piece

Broadcloth in the 18th century was distinguished by its stoutness, tightness of weave, and denseness of fulling which was then sheared close to create a silky but firm hand. Woven on a broad loom, they measured from 54 in. to 120 in wide. Weights ranged from 30 ounces down to 18 ounces. Using a hard twist warp and loosely spun weft yarn, allowed the weft to cover the warp. The tightness of the broadcloth allowed it to be cut raw and left without raveling unlike flannels and other spongy wools. Broadcloth was finished in various qualities from coarse to superfine. Coarse showing more weave and less finishing, superfine appearing almost as a smooth velvet in its finish.

• This piece is 1 yard and 16 inches
• 54 inches wide
• Suitable for uniforms, outerwear, coats, breeches, waistcoats, riding habits, 19thc heavy pelisses, as well as any tailoring need.

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*Please note some fabrics may have a mothball smell as they were in storage*