1. Presentation on
Presented by, Presented to,
Md. Gidni Hossain Md Nazmul Islam
BTX- 160100419 lecturer
4th semester Northern University
Bangladesh
Vanue- NUB
Date- 06- 04-2017
2. Weft Knitting
Weft knitting is a knitted piece of fabric where the
stitches run from left to right horizontally across the
fabric. It is usually knitted with one piece of yarn, and
can be made either by hand or using a knitting
machine. Weft knitting is the most common form of
knitting as it is simpler than warp knitting, the other
form of knitting.
Weft knitting was the first type of knitting invented,
Stockinette stitch is the most common form of stitch
used and it was first discovered in artefacts from as
early as the 11th Century. Many other stitches can be
used in weft knitting such as Purl, Double knitting, and
patterns such as Cable, Fair Isle and Aran can be
achieved using different yarns in different colours and
weights.
3. Properties of Weft Knitting
Very elastic
Warm to wear
Comfortable
Shrinks easily
Different properties can be achieved depending on the yarns
used
Can stretch out of shape easily
Does not fray
Unravels when cut
Curls up at the edges
Various colours/patterns can be achieved
Good Insulator
4. End Uses of Weft Knitting
Underwear
Hosiery
T-Shirts
Sportswear
Baby Clothes
Pyjamas
Knitwear such as Jumpers, Scarves, Hats and
Gloves