Cotton Herringbone Yarn is a type of cotton yarn characterized by a diamond-square and herringbone pattern. Herringbone Yarn is light and soft, has a brushed finish and can be plain or printed. It is also very durable and machine washable. Cotton Herringbone design is usually based on a mesh system, but can also be in free form. Cotton Herringbone Yarn is often used in upholstery and drapery fabrics, as its elegant appearance makes it a popular choice for pillows, sheets, seat cushions and bedding.
Although the origin of the word herringbone is uncertain, many believe it comes from the fish called herring, which is inked with various patterns to determine its quality. Historically, herringbone yarns were only produced in England for export as a decoration material rather than for practical use. Most of these fabrics were made of silk or silk and wool blends. Cotton Herringbones became popular in the 1920s with the introduction of striped versions by British fashion designer Norman Hartnell.
Since then, there have been many interesting interpretations of this classic design in a range of styles and colors. For example, the pattern can be “N” or “V” shaped. The pattern can be woven in parallel with the fabric or in an angular form. Cotton Herringbones Yarns are mainly used in the clothing industry. Although there are many interpretations of this classic design concept, in the past it was used in the decoration of luxury textiles like satin rather than practical items like bedding due to its delicate texture.