The town has got its names like Weaving Town and Sewing Town.

是远近闻名的“织布之乡、”“绗缝之乡”。

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Senying Weaving Factory, founded in 1999 and located in Houjie Town of Dongguan City, is a plant engaging in development & manufacturing of special shoe materials and popular weaving.

森盈编织厂创建于1999 年，位于经济发达、交通便利的东莞市厚街镇。

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The origins of Axminster carpets can be traced back to Thomas Whitty, who began making carpets and rugs in the town in 1755 using what became known as the Axminster method of weaving.

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The origins of the luxury carpet maker can be traced back to Thomas Whitty, who began making carpets and rugs in the town in 1755 using what became known as the Axminster method of weaving.

BBC: Axminster Carpets factory