Utilizing the Stretchability of Knitted Fabrics: Knitted fabrics possess excellent stretchability, allowing for minimal seams, pleats, and patchwork in pattern design. Furthermore, knitted fabrics are generally unsuitable for shaping techniques like pressing or shaping; instead, their inherent elasticity or appropriate pleating techniques are used to conform to the body's curves. Therefore, the degree of fabric stretchability becomes a crucial factor in pattern design and production.
Woven garment patterns are generally larger than the area needed to cover the body, allowing for some slack. However, depending on the fabric structure, particularly highly elastic fabrics (related to the yarn and weave structure) can not only eliminate slack in pattern design but can also have their patterns either the same size as the wearer's circumference or smaller to account for the elasticity coefficient.
Knitted fabrics differ from woven fabrics in style and characteristics. Garments made from knitted fabrics must not only emphasize the advantages of the fabric but also overcome its disadvantages. Because some knitted fabrics are prone to unraveling, pattern design and production should avoid excessive use of exaggerated techniques. Darts, cutting lines, and too many seams should be avoided as much as possible to prevent the knitted loops from unraveling and affecting the garment's wearability. Simple, soft lines should be used to coordinate with the soft, comfortable style of the knitted garment.
