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Uttara 10, Road 13, House 49, AB2, Dhaka-1230 , Bangladesh
Texheritage Bangladesh - is Bangladesh’s first dedicated, research-based textile museum and digital archive
Uttara, Dhaka-1230 , Bangladesh
65/35 TC Pocketing Fabric

65/35 TC Pocketing Fabric

Collections, Fabric, Pocketing Fabric, Woven FabricsFebruary 17, 2026

65/35 TC Pocketing is a lightweight woven fabric made from 65% polyester and 35% cotton, primarily used for pocket bags in trousers, denim, uniforms, and workwear. Constructed in a plain weave, it offers strength, dimensional stability, smooth hand, and moderate breathability.

Popularized during the industrial growth of Bangladesh’s garment sector, 65/35 TC pocketing supports durability, low shrinkage, and cost-effective production. In a textile museum context, it represents the functional yet essential role of internal garment components in modern apparel manufacturing.

65/35 TC Pocketing Fabric

Available in Museum’s Library.

Sample Details:
* Object Title : 65% polyester and 35% cotton – Pocketing Fabric
* Accession Number: THB W-Pocketing 01/2026
* Category : Woven Collection
* Period : 2026
* Region : Asia, Bangladesh
* Material Composition : 65% polyester and 35% cotton
* Weave Construction: Plain
* Yarn Count (warp × weft) : 96×72/45×45
* GSM : 85
* Width: 42″
* Dye Type : RFD
* Condition Assessment : Fabric hanger
* Historical Notes : 65/35 TC pocketing became widely used during the late 20th century as Bangladesh’s garment industry expanded, providing a durable, cost-effective internal fabric for pockets in trousers, denim, and uniforms. It reflects the industrialization and standardization of functional garment components in modern apparel production.
* Source / Donor : Rawshan Textile

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* Width: 57″-58″
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Sample Details:
* Object Title : Crepe Fabric – Check
* Accession Number: THB W-TWF 01/2026
* Category : Woven Collection
* Period : 2026
* Region : Asia, Bangladesh
* Material Composition : 35% Rayon 65% Poly
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* Yarn Count (warp × weft) : 20/2×20/2/60×42
* GSM : 250
* Width: 57″
* Dye Type : Synthetic
* Condition Assessment : Fabric swatch
* Historical Notes : Crepe fabric emerged prominently in 19th-century Europe and Asia, particularly in silk form, where it was widely used for formal and ceremonial garments due to its elegant drape and subdued texture. Over time, with the development of high-twist yarn technology and synthetic fibers, crepe evolved into a versatile global fashion fabric, expanding into everyday apparel and modern industrial production.
* Source / Donor : Anwar Textile

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