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Types of knit fabrics
1. Weft Knit Fabrics (Horizontal Knitting)
2. Single Jersey – Basic, lightweight knit; stretchy; used in T-shirts.
3. Double Jersey (Interlock) – Thicker and more stable than single jersey.
4. Rib Knit – Vertical rib texture; great stretch; used in cuffs, collars.
5. Purl Knit – Looks the same on both sides; soft and thick.
6. Tuck Knit – Created by holding loops; adds texture and volume.
7. Miss Knit (Float Stitch) – Used in jacquards; adds color/design variety.
8. Jacquard Knit – Multi-colored knit with intricate patterns.
9.Pointelle Knit – Lightweight with small eyelet holes; often decorative.
9. Thermal Knit (Waffle Knit) – Honeycomb texture; traps heat.
10. Cable Knit – Decorative twisted pattern; often used in sweaters.
11. Mock Rib Knit – Resembles rib knit but made using plain stitches.
12. Feeder Stripe Knit – Horizontal stripe patterns using different yarns.
6. Slub Knit – Irregular texture using uneven yarns; gives a vintage look.
1. Hatchi Knit – Lightweight, semi-sheer knit with good drape.
8. Slinky Knit – Very stretchy, shiny surface, used in eveningwear.
9. Tricot Knit – Lightweight, smooth surface; used in lingerie, linings.
10. Brushed Tricot – Tricot with a brushed back for softness.
11. Raschel Knit – Open structure; can resemble lace or mesh.
12. Power Net – A type of raschel; stretchy and strong; used in shapewear.
13Pointelle Knit – Lightweight with small eyelet holes; often decorative.
14.Thermal Knit (Waffle Knit) – Honeycomb texture; traps heat.
15. Cable Knit – Decorative twisted pattern; often used in sweaters.
16. Mock Rib Knit – Resembles rib knit but made using plain stitches.
17. Feeder Stripe Knit – Horizontal stripe patterns using different yarns.
18. Slub Knit – Irregular texture using uneven yarns; gives a vint Mesh Knit – Open, breathable; used in sportswear.
19. Lace Knit (Warp Lace) – Decorative knit lace used in fashion and underwear.
20. Milanese Knit – Smooth, run-resistant; used in gloves, underwear.
Specialty & Functional Knits
21. French Terry – Loop on one side, smooth on the other; used in loungewear.
22. Fleece Knit – Brushed on one side for warmth; used in hoodies, jackets.
