It’s getting cold here, time for a cozy fabric like bouclé, with its small loops that insulate, as well as decorate. This comes from 

VFG Fabric Resource

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Bouclé

Characterized by loops on one or both sides, bouclé comes from the French word for “buckled,” “ringed” or “curled.” Some versions of the fabric combine looped sections with plain; others are looped all over. Most commonly wool—with mohair a fine choice for this treatment—bouclé may also be acrylic or other fibers. It may be woven or knitted. 

Uses: Coats, suits, sweaters 

See also:

BouclettePoodle clothRatinéTerry cloth

Woven mohair bouclé

Wool knit bouclé

Bouclé and plain yarns ©Vintage Fashion Guild - Text by Margaret Wilds/denisebrain,  photos by Hoyt Carter

Right now I have a number of items made with bouclé yarns, including this red coat:

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