mercerized in English

verb
1
treat (cotton fabric or thread) under tension with caustic alkali to increase its strength and give it a shiny, silky appearance.
It's the new fabrics and finishes that will attract the buzz, like mercerized jacquards and pima cotton and pima blended knits, but the good old collar and placket knit polo will march on.
verb
    mercerise

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1. Hanro Satin-trimmed mercerized cotton Camisole

2. Today, Batiste most often refers to a light weight plain weave fabric made with mercerized cotton

3. Today's Broadcloths are usually cotton or cotton/poly blends and are often mercerized for a soft, lustrous appearance

4. Along with being a Broadcloth (which is a densely woven and fine fabric normally comprised of wool or cotton), this cotton is both combed and mercerized for additional luster and richness.

5. Crochet away! Strong and durable, Artiste Cotton Crochet Thread is specially formulated thread to crochet doilies, bedspreads, scarves, shawls, necklaces, and more! Hook your creativity together one loop at a time for beautiful, handmade creations! Content: 100% Mercerized Egyptian Cotton