Designing Knitted Textiles: Machine Knitting for Fashion
Designing Knitted Textiles guides readers through the fundamental skills of machine knitting, while encouraging them to be creative and experimental. It takes a contemporary approach, exploring the countless possibilities of machine-knitted textiles within multiple fashion contexts.

Part 1 offers a practical introduction to the subject, with step-by-steps and detailed information on tools, stitch types, fibers and techniques. Part 2 covers color, pattern, texture, structure and embellishment, highlighting a range of designs from traditional styles such as Fair Isle to the most intricate lace or unusual 3D effects. Finally, Part 3 delves into the construction elements needed to create garments and accessories.

Praise for Designing Knitted Textiles from academic reviewers:

'Perfect for beginners' knitwear course, to get a rounded understanding of the machine and capabilities'. – GEMMA MARSH, SAVANNAH COLLEGE OF ART AND DESIGN

'It covers a wide range of single bed machine knitting techniques and includes inspirational images of knitted samples and garments. The book features technical information explaining how to knit many of the stitches, with clear diagrams and useful tips and hints. I will be recommending this book to all levels, as it has something to offer even the more experienced final year student'. DR VIKKI HAFFENDEN – UNIVERSITY OF BRIGHTON

'This is a very clear a concise approach to machine knitting and design'. JOSEPH PESCATORE – NASSAU COMMUNITY COLLEGE

'The book is beautifully written with a lot of excellent illustrations. The pictures of knitted designs are inspiring and relevant to contemporary fashion. An overall excellent book'. NICOLAS CHAMPROUX – HOUSTON COMMUNITY COLLEGE

'This book has great illustrations and clear, easy-to-read text. There is a wide breadth of knowledge and a variety of techniques represented, and the tips are succinct and helpful. Equally appreciated are the many sources of knitwear inspiration'.
MEGHAN KELLY – THOMAS JEFFERSON UNIVERSITY
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Designing Knitted Textiles: Machine Knitting for Fashion
Designing Knitted Textiles guides readers through the fundamental skills of machine knitting, while encouraging them to be creative and experimental. It takes a contemporary approach, exploring the countless possibilities of machine-knitted textiles within multiple fashion contexts.

Part 1 offers a practical introduction to the subject, with step-by-steps and detailed information on tools, stitch types, fibers and techniques. Part 2 covers color, pattern, texture, structure and embellishment, highlighting a range of designs from traditional styles such as Fair Isle to the most intricate lace or unusual 3D effects. Finally, Part 3 delves into the construction elements needed to create garments and accessories.

Praise for Designing Knitted Textiles from academic reviewers:

'Perfect for beginners' knitwear course, to get a rounded understanding of the machine and capabilities'. – GEMMA MARSH, SAVANNAH COLLEGE OF ART AND DESIGN

'It covers a wide range of single bed machine knitting techniques and includes inspirational images of knitted samples and garments. The book features technical information explaining how to knit many of the stitches, with clear diagrams and useful tips and hints. I will be recommending this book to all levels, as it has something to offer even the more experienced final year student'. DR VIKKI HAFFENDEN – UNIVERSITY OF BRIGHTON

'This is a very clear a concise approach to machine knitting and design'. JOSEPH PESCATORE – NASSAU COMMUNITY COLLEGE

'The book is beautifully written with a lot of excellent illustrations. The pictures of knitted designs are inspiring and relevant to contemporary fashion. An overall excellent book'. NICOLAS CHAMPROUX – HOUSTON COMMUNITY COLLEGE

'This book has great illustrations and clear, easy-to-read text. There is a wide breadth of knowledge and a variety of techniques represented, and the tips are succinct and helpful. Equally appreciated are the many sources of knitwear inspiration'.
MEGHAN KELLY – THOMAS JEFFERSON UNIVERSITY
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Designing Knitted Textiles: Machine Knitting for Fashion

Designing Knitted Textiles: Machine Knitting for Fashion

by Florence Spurling
Designing Knitted Textiles: Machine Knitting for Fashion

Designing Knitted Textiles: Machine Knitting for Fashion

by Florence Spurling

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Overview

Designing Knitted Textiles guides readers through the fundamental skills of machine knitting, while encouraging them to be creative and experimental. It takes a contemporary approach, exploring the countless possibilities of machine-knitted textiles within multiple fashion contexts.

Part 1 offers a practical introduction to the subject, with step-by-steps and detailed information on tools, stitch types, fibers and techniques. Part 2 covers color, pattern, texture, structure and embellishment, highlighting a range of designs from traditional styles such as Fair Isle to the most intricate lace or unusual 3D effects. Finally, Part 3 delves into the construction elements needed to create garments and accessories.

Praise for Designing Knitted Textiles from academic reviewers:

'Perfect for beginners' knitwear course, to get a rounded understanding of the machine and capabilities'. – GEMMA MARSH, SAVANNAH COLLEGE OF ART AND DESIGN

'It covers a wide range of single bed machine knitting techniques and includes inspirational images of knitted samples and garments. The book features technical information explaining how to knit many of the stitches, with clear diagrams and useful tips and hints. I will be recommending this book to all levels, as it has something to offer even the more experienced final year student'. DR VIKKI HAFFENDEN – UNIVERSITY OF BRIGHTON

'This is a very clear a concise approach to machine knitting and design'. JOSEPH PESCATORE – NASSAU COMMUNITY COLLEGE

'The book is beautifully written with a lot of excellent illustrations. The pictures of knitted designs are inspiring and relevant to contemporary fashion. An overall excellent book'. NICOLAS CHAMPROUX – HOUSTON COMMUNITY COLLEGE

'This book has great illustrations and clear, easy-to-read text. There is a wide breadth of knowledge and a variety of techniques represented, and the tips are succinct and helpful. Equally appreciated are the many sources of knitwear inspiration'.
MEGHAN KELLY – THOMAS JEFFERSON UNIVERSITY

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781786276537
Publisher: Laurence King Publishing
Publication date: 08/24/2021
Pages: 200
Product dimensions: 8.80(w) x 11.25(h) x 0.80(d)

About the Author

Florence Spurling is a British textile designer based in New York, where she runs her own design studio. Florence specializes in knitted textiles, embroidery and embellishment. She has a Masters from the Royal College of Art, London, and has taught at various institutions including Parsons and Pratt in New York.

Table of Contents

Introduction 6

Part 1 Preparation 8

Chapter 1 The Knitting Machine 10

Types of Knitting Machine 11

How the Machine Works 13

Machine Tools and Accessories 16

Setting the Machine Up 19

Fabric Structure 22

Chapter 2 Research and Design 26

Fibres and Yarns 27

The Design Process 38

Chapter 3 Essential Skills 50

Needle Arrangement 51

Casting On 52

Casting Off 58

Waste Knitting 62

Using the Tools and Hold Function 63

Methods to Ease Knitting 66

Working with Yarn 68

Part 2 Materiality 70

Chapter 4 Colour and Pattern 72

Yarn Effects 73

Stripes 75

Machine Patterning 76

Fair Isle 82

Tuck- and Miss-stitch Colour Patterns 86

Mosaic Patterns 86

Intarsia 89

Chapter 5 Texture and Structure 92

Tuck Stitch 93

Miss Stitch 95

Ridges and Ruching 96

Bobbles 99

Flaps 101

Cable Stitches 103

Woven Patterns 108

Chapter 6 Decoration 114

Lace and Openwork 115

Embellishment 130

Part 3 Construction 138

Chapter 7 Tension and Shaping 140

Tension 141

Shaping 146

Chapter 8 Trims and Details 156

Trims 157

Preparing for Trims 158

Hems 160

Edgings 167

Buttonholes 172

Chapter 9 Finishing 174

Blocking 175

Seaming 182

Decorative and Combined Methods 189

Troubleshooting and Videos 193

Glossary 194

Index 196

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