Welcome Readers!
I had earlier specified that KnitMode will concentrate on making knitwear really easy for you to understand, so this is a very basic introduction to the concept. Fabrics are broadly classified into three main categories, i.e, Wovens, Knits and Non-Wovens. Knitwear is formed by the 'inter-looping' of yarn, whereas wovens are formed by 'inter-lacing' of yarn.
Now the basic difference between Knits and Wovens is that knits are more stretchable and more breathable than wovens, this makes knits more versatile than wovens. But wovens have a very formal and crisp appeal which is not present in knits.
As I had mentioned in my earlier post, there is a major misunderstanding (especially in India) as to what makes up Knitwear. Yes, Sweaters and woolens are a big part of knitwear, but that is not all. Readers, you will not believe, ALL of your comfortable lingerie and intimate wear is made up of knits, ALL your fancy, breathable sportswear is made up of knits; ladies, your trusted shapewear consisting Spanx and Lycra are made up of knits! Nike has even launched shoes which are made from Fly-Knit Technology.
These are just SOME of the amazing uses of knitwear. I will surely post in detail about all these knitwear products soon. Till then, please share your thoughts through the comments section below, or feel free to e-mail your queries to me at tanaya.shende@gmail.com .
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Tanaya
I had earlier specified that KnitMode will concentrate on making knitwear really easy for you to understand, so this is a very basic introduction to the concept. Fabrics are broadly classified into three main categories, i.e, Wovens, Knits and Non-Wovens. Knitwear is formed by the 'inter-looping' of yarn, whereas wovens are formed by 'inter-lacing' of yarn.
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| Structure of Knits |
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| Structure of Wovens |
As I had mentioned in my earlier post, there is a major misunderstanding (especially in India) as to what makes up Knitwear. Yes, Sweaters and woolens are a big part of knitwear, but that is not all. Readers, you will not believe, ALL of your comfortable lingerie and intimate wear is made up of knits, ALL your fancy, breathable sportswear is made up of knits; ladies, your trusted shapewear consisting Spanx and Lycra are made up of knits! Nike has even launched shoes which are made from Fly-Knit Technology.
These are just SOME of the amazing uses of knitwear. I will surely post in detail about all these knitwear products soon. Till then, please share your thoughts through the comments section below, or feel free to e-mail your queries to me at tanaya.shende@gmail.com .
:]
Tanaya
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