Definition: A tightly woven edge that runs along both outermost edges of a fabric's lengthwise grain. Selvage edges keep the fabric from fraying.
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Example of selvage. It's not always a different color or print. A portion of the selvage is usually printed with the name of the fabric's designer and manufacturer.
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