Toile may describe a translucent fabric made from linen or cotton with a repeating pattern of decoration printed on it. The decoration is usually a traditional pattern rendered in a single color. Toile fabric may be used for clothing, sheets, wall coverings or upholstery. Toile may also refer to a practice garment rendered in an inexpensive fabric to facilitate experimentation and alterations. Toile is a borrowed French word, originally meaning cloth or web.





Tulle is a fabric that resembles netting, it may be made from nylon, silk or cotton. Tulle is very fine and light, it is often used in veils, ballet tutus and gowns. Tulle is named for a town in France which was famous for lace and silk, and is most probably where tulle fabric was invented.




