vävt

Vävt is the Swedish term for woven fabric. It describes textiles produced by interlacing yarns on a loom, typically with warp (längsgående) and weft (båda directions vary by language) yarns. Vävt is the past participle of the verb väva (to weave), and väv refers to the weave or weaving itself. In Swedish textile language, vävt is used to differentiate woven fabrics from other forms such as stickat (knitted) or feltat (felted).

Weaving can create a range of fabric structures. Common weaves include plain weave, twill, and satin, while more complex fabrics may be produced with jacquard or dobby looms to create patterns. Vävt fabrics can be made from many materials, including cotton, wool, flax, silk, and various synthetics. Weaving can be performed on hand looms or modern industrial machinery.

In textile descriptions, vävt fabrics are described as woven rather than knitted, with characteristics influenced by the chosen weave and material. They often have a defined grain, selvage edges, and varying degrees of stability and stretch, depending on the structure. Finishing processes such as dyeing, printing, or surface treatments are commonly applied to vävt fabrics.

Historically, weaving has been a central technique in textile production across many cultures, including Sweden, where traditional and industrial weaving have influenced regional crafts and industry. Today, vävt fabrics are widely used in clothing, upholstery, home textiles, and technical applications, reflecting the versatility and enduring relevance of weaving as a manufacturing method.