2021年11月12日 · Four basic stitches-All knit fabrics, even exotic novelty knits like laces and jacquards, are composed of four basic stitches: a knit, or plain, stitch; a purl, or reverse-knit, stitch; a missed stitch, which produces a float of yarn on the fabric’s wrong side; and a tuck stitch, which creates an open space in the fabric (see the drawings below).

2015年9月10日 · A sampling of warp knit fabrics. Because of the multiple-needle configuration of warp-knitting machines, the warp knit fabrics produced can be very complex and intricate in structure; and they don’t fall neatly into groups or categories as weft knits do. Milanese. Description: Made from two sets of yarns knitted diagonally. Face has fine ...

2023年10月4日 · This video is only intended to be an introduction to the variety of knit fabrics available. As it shows, there is a wide range of types, from polar fleece to jersey, lace, sweater knits, and activewear knits with spandex. Each type …

2017年12月19日 · When you pull a knit fabric along its width, it will stretch significantly. Along its length, it will stretch slightly. If you stretch a knit fabric excessively, a run may form. Most woven fabrics can’t stretch along the lengthwise grain (the length of the fabric), and there is minimal give along the crosswise grain (the width of the fabric).

2013年12月3日 · It features binding along the neck, hem, and sleeves, along with angled patch pockets and dropped shoulders. Recommended fabrics include wool, linen, faux fur, or velvet, with fabric estimates and trim details provided for sizes 4-30.

2013年11月7日 · Ballpoint needles are best used for sweater-type and loosely woven knits. They have a rounded point that penetrates the fabric without catching or cutting through the yarns. Stretch needles are perfect for sewing through tightly knitted jersey fabrics with high Lycra content. I use them on all my wool, polyester, and rayon jersey garments.

2024年8月28日 · Even in small percentages, spandex has been a game changer for knitted fabrics. The addition of spandex fibers has made possible many of the fabrics we use daily. Included in everything from underwear to outerwear, spandex has allowed the invention of fabrics that give freedom of movement while snapping back to their original shape.

Most of the fabrics are plain, smooth jerseys and double knits. But he also likes to tease his clients with knit fabrics that look like wovens. His Fall/Winter 1990/1991 collection, for example, included some knit garments that one would swear were made with woven flannel, duf­fel cloth, finely pleated georgette, or velour.

Among the many sweater knits available, you’ll find yardage with a fuzzy, hand-knitted look; an open, lacy appearance; or a densely knitted surface that incorporates multiple yarns. These textured fabrics sometimes curl, fray, or are otherwise unstable. To keep them under control when you’re sewing, cut 1-inch seam allowances.

Select a machine needle according to the weight of the fabric. Lighter weight cashmeres will accept size 1 1 or 12 universal point needles. Stretch needles, which have a less sharp point than regular size needles, can also be used on knitted fabrics. Blunt or bent needles will snag the fabric or cause skipped stitches.