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weaver
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Professional weavers took in yarn and thread to weave on their looms at their own homes, charging a set amount per yard.
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warp
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a series of yarns going lengthwise in a loom and crossed by the woof
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woof
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the threads that cross the warp in a woven fabric
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loom
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a frame or machine for weaving threads or yarns to produce cloth
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card (verb)
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to clean and untangle fibers by combing with a card before spinning
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spin
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to draw out and twist into yarn or thread <spun the fleece into thread>
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treadle
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a lever or other device pressed by the foot to operate a machine
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linen
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smooth strong cloth or yarn made from flax
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curling iron
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a rod-shaped device that is heated to curl hair with
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horsehair
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hair of a horse especially from the mane or tail
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worsted
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a smooth compact yarn from long wool fibers
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frock
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1 : a long outer garment worn by monks and friars
2 : a woman's or girl's dress |
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frock coat
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a man's long overcoat
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waistcoat
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vest; garment with no sleeves, worn over a shirt, buttoning up the front and going to the waist in length
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breeches
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short trousers fitting snugly at or just below the knee
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stocking
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a close-fitting usually knit covering for the foot and leg
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homespun
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spun or made at home
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cocked hat
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a hat with brim turned up to give a 3-cornered appearance
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ruffles
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strips of fabric gathered or pleated on one edge
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mob cap
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18th century, indoors and outdoors, lace cap with large ribbon bow
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