Structure of Knitted Fabrics
Knitted fabrics are divided into two basic types: warp-knit fabrics such as tricot and weft-knit fabrics such as a hand-knit sweater. Weft-knit items have the drawback that they run when cut. Warp-knit fabrics are often used in lingerie.
- knits can shrink but can also extend if a rib construction
- knits have nap
- ribs/wales versus courses
- generally more elasticity along the course than along the wale
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