Panama Basketweave
Also known as: Basket weave, hopsack, panama weave
Symmetrical double plain weave in which two or more warp and weft yarns interlace like a basket — visible squared appearance and softer drape than plain weave.
Description
Panama basketweave (also called basket, hopsack or Panama weave) is a variant of plain weave in which two or more warp yarns are carried together over two or more weft yarns. This creates a characteristic squared pattern reminiscent of a coarse woven basket.
Compared with classic plain weave, basketweave drapes more softly, has a more open hand and a slightly breathable character. Typical applications are sport shirts (Oxford shirts use a 2:1 variant), light summer blazers, backpack fabrics and durable cushion and upholstery covers. The name Panama derives from its resemblance to the plait of the Panama hat.
- Typical weave ratios 2:2, 3:3 or 4:4
- Slightly softer and more elastic than plain weave
- Classic for shirts (Oxford), light blazers and home décor
- Tends to slip with very large weave floats — edges must be well finished
Properties
| Weave | Modified plain weave (2:2 up to 4:4) |
|---|---|
| Hand feel | Soft, open, slightly airy |
| Materials | Cotton, linen, wool, polyester blends |
| Application | Oxford shirts, summer blazers, upholstery and backpack fabrics |
Related product categories
Sources & references
3- Wikipedia: Panamabindung (DE) Wikipedia — Freie Enzyklopädie https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Panamabindung
- Wikipedia: Basketweave (EN) Wikipedia — Freie Enzyklopädie https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Basketweave
- Wikipedia: Oxford cloth Wikipedia — Freie Enzyklopädie https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oxford_(cloth)
