Heather (fabric)

Heather is blended fibers combined to create a multicolored effect.

[2] Fundamentally it is a mixing of the different colored fibers and yarns combined in one fabric.

The methods may involve one of the following The term "melange yarn" is derived from the French word mélange, meaning a mixture.

[18] Selection of dyes and fiber composition plays a vital role in this case.

[20] Manipulating parts of fiber (by color or type) produce different shades in the heather.

Heather effects add value to the products and increase the range and variety of textiles options other than piece-dyed/solids and prints.