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Introduction to Knitwear

Master knitwear design and production with this immersive two-day course. Build practical and technical expertise through hands-on experience with industrial knitting machines, yarn selection, and stitch structures. Discover manufacturing methods such as fully-fashioned and seamless processes, exploring their impact on garment construction, efficiency, and sustainability.
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On-Campus
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Level
Introductory
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All Included
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Provided
*maximum capacity 10
£800
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Duration
2 days
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Upcoming Dates
1st–2nd April | Fully booked
23rd–24th September
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Certificate on Completion
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What Will You Learn?
  • Understand the manufacturing process of knitted fabric and the mechanical functions of industrial knitting machinery.  
  • Identify and analyse different knitted structures, textures, and their unique characters and applications.
  • Discover the fundamentals of yarn selection and its impact on fabric performance and aesthetics.
  • Explore techniques for using CAD software to aid in designing and developing knitwear products, translating concepts into digital patterns.
  • Understand and compare knitwear manufacturing methods, including cutting, and sewing, and fully fashioned and seamless techniques.
What Skills and Benefits Will You Gain?
  • Hands-on experience with both domestic and industrial knitting machines, equipping you with the technical skills to produce a wide range of knitwear, from simple textures to complex patterns.
  • Develop a deep understanding of knit structures, yarns, and colour patterns, enabling you to design innovative, high-quality knitwear that meets industry standards.
  • Understand and apply technical terminology specific to knitwear design and production, preparing you to enter or advance confidently within the textile and fashion industries.
  • Practical knowledge of industry-standard CAD software for developing digital knitwear patterns and streamlining production workflows.
  • The skills to help mitigate common quality issues in knitwear product development to improve your commercial versatility. 
Who Is This Course For?
  • Ideal for buyers, technologists, and quality controllers of knitted products.
  • Those looking to deepen their understanding of knitted processes, make-up skills, knitted structures and quality issues.
  • Aspiring textile professionals looking to develop industry-relevant skills.
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