Fabrics are the driving force behind innovative approaches in the textile industry. In the rapidly evolving field of textile technology, innovation begins with different fiber and yarn technologies, continues with design processes during weaving, and is finalized through finishing treatments that give fabrics unique characteristics. The need for diverse designs in fashion trends is one of the key factors driving the textile industry to explore new and innovative appearances. In this study, Wool/Lycra blended yarns and 100% Wool yarns were used to produce fabrics. For warp yarns, 100% Wool yarns were utilized. Three different fabric structures (Plain, Twill 2/1, and Twill 2/2) were manufactured using both wool and wool-Lycra blends. Additionally, a finishing treatment was applied to enhance the elasticity of the fabrics. The study examined the effects of the elasticity-enhancing finishing treatment on the physical properties (tear resistance, tensile strength, seam slippage, abrasion resistance, elongation, permanent elongation, and dimensional stability under steam pressure) and fastness properties of the fabrics based on their blend ratios and fabric structures. The results indicated that the elasticity finishing treatment was particularly effective in 100% Wool fabric structures, with a significant increase in elasticity observed in 100% Wool Twill woven fabrics.
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