Swiss is a fine, sheer, plain weave cloth. It is used chiefly in making aprons, dresses, and curtains and other household textiles. It is also used as a foundation for embroidery. Swiss is usually woven from cotton or a blend of cotton and synthetic fibers. The cloth may be plain or figured, or it may have woven, flocked, or paste dots. Swiss may be processed to remain crisp and stiff after washing. Swiss was originally made in Switzerland.
