Sentence examples for nap direction from inspiring English sources

For instance, the example shown first appeared to have no noticeable print or nap direction, however, when the fabric was turned at 90 degrees, the optical sheen changed from a warm tone to a cool tone.

She learned about big and little with Big Bird; she talked about naps, directions, and feelings with Ernie and Bert.

Your felt playing surface may be smooth, or it may have a "nap" in one direction, depending on the type; you may need to have an expert identify the face-up side if you are not familiar with the material.

It is important to make sure that you plan which way the fabric's nap or material print direction will run for each piece you plan to cut out.

You can see it in carpets and fabrics like corduroy and satin when the shade changes as you brush the nap in the opposite direction.

Use it to gently brush in the direction of the nap.

Run your fingers up and down the piece of thread to find the direction of the nap.

At 40 yards, I see the nap of its hair lying in one direction along its back, the opposite along its shoulder.

Having had the proper disco nap, my friend headed in a disco direction while I continued my cocktail exploring.

When using the eraser, work on the suede going in one direction to avoid rubbing the chewing gum deeper into the nap.

Caught in the act of mixing paints, taking a bath, reading, napping, walking her dog, doing taxes, Ms. McEneaney rarely glances in our direction.