This section is from the book "School Sewing Based On Home Problems", by Ida Robinson Burton, Myron G. Burton. Also available from Amazon: School Sewing Based On Home Problems.
Paragraph 28. Nainsook is a light cotton fabric which is very soft. It does not have as much body as the finer lawn or batiste, but is made in various grades. It is frequently used for infants' clothing. Most common width, 27". Usual price per yard, 15c to 45c.
 
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