Where Did the World's Oldest Knitwear Come From? (Egyptian Socks, etc.)

"Knitting": A Newer Invention Than "Fabric" The knitwear we casually slip on is actually a relatively “new invention” in the long history of human clothing. While techniques such as “weaving” and “sewing” fabric have existed since ancient times, a single thread...

Causes and Solutions for "Itchy" Knitwear

The Cause of Itchiness: "Fiber Stiffness" and "Thickness" When knitwear feels itchy, the cause is often the thickness or stiffness of the fibers used. Animal fibers, such as wool, have a scale-like surface structure called "scales," and these indentations...

An Illustrated Guide to the Differences Between Knitted and Woven Fabrics (Elasticity, Uses, Manufacturing Methods)

Even if a clothing label says “knit” or “woven,” few people may be able to accurately explain the difference between the two. In this article, we’ll provide an easy-to-understand explanation of the differences in fabric structure, characteristics, and uses, using diagrams and photos. To begin with...

What Is Gauge? Why a Knitting Machine’s “Pitch” Changes the Appearance of the Fabric

What is “gauge”? We often hear the terms “high gauge” and “low gauge,” but what exactly is the difference? Gauge is a key factor that determines the “look” and “feel” of a knit garment. In fact, this term refers to the “fineness of the knitting machine’s needles”...

Why Do Knit Clothes Get Pills?

How Pills Form Pills form on knitwear when fibers become tangled due to friction and rise to the surface, where they harden. Pills are particularly likely to form under the following conditions: Long, fine fibers → Prone to shedding due to friction (wool, cashmere, etc.)...