5. Give short notes on selvedges. PART � III Answer in a page: 1. Explain the basic loom operations. 2. Brief out on looms and its types. 3. Explain Dobby and Jacquard attachments. 4. Explain Machine Knitting.

4. Lapped seam: This seam is used with natural or synthetic leather fabrics. Mark seam lines. Lap one edge over the other with seam lines meeting in the center. Place a row of straight stitching on either side of seamline or stitch with wide zigzag through center. Trim both seam allowances close to stitching. Lapped seams are used to eliminate bulk, especially on interfacing and interlining.