Knit Fabrics
Everything You Need to Know About Knit Fabrics
Whether you’re designing soft loungewear, breezy casualwear, or everyday basics—jersey knit fabric is likely your best choice. Known for its stretch, softness, and drape, jersey is one of the most widely used knit fabrics in modern clothing.
At Zeddwork Studio, we work with a wide variety of jersey knits, including organic and sustainable options, and offer custom sourcing, dyeing, printing, and manufacturing solutions for your brand.
What Are Knit Fabrics?
Knit fabrics are formed by interlooping yarns together, creating a structure that is naturally stretchy, soft, and flexible.
Knit fabrics are either produced as circular knits (in tubes) or flat knits using knitting machines. It’s available in various textures, weights, and finishes—each suited for a specific type of clothing.
Key Characteristics of Knit Fabrics
Stretchy & Flexible
Fits all body types with comfort and ease
Soft to Touch
Great for skin-contact apparels and babywear.
Wrinkle-Resistant
Ideal for casual and everyday wear
Moisture-Wicking
Especially in cotton, bamboo, or modal blends
Popular Types of Knit Fabrics We Work With
Single Jersey
Lightweight, smooth on one side. Ideal for t-shirts, loungewear, tops.
Rib Knit
Textured with vertical ribs. Ideal for knit shirts, tops, skirt, winterwear.
Pique
Textured patterns on the surface. This fabric is ideal for polo shirts.
Interlock
Double-knit, soft and stable. Ideal for knit dresses, premium loungewear.
French Terry
Loopback texture, midweight to heavy weight. Ideal for sweatshirts, hoodies, track pants.
Pointelle
Lightweight, openwork knit. Ideal for casual polo shirts, tops, dresses.
Common Fibers & Blends Used in Knit Fabrics
Our knit fabrics are available in a wide variety of natural and sustainable fibers, including:
Cotton & Organic Cotton
Breathable, hypoallergenic, ideal for all ages
Bamboo
Eco-friendly, soft, and antibacterial
Modal & TENCEL™ Modal
Silky and drapey for elevated loungewear
Viscose
Smooth and cool, great for fluid drape
Spandex/Elastane Blends
Added for flexibility and shape retention
Blends (e.g., Cotton-Modal, Bamboo-Spandex)
Combine benefits of softness, strength, and sustainability
We offer Complete Fabric Customization
We offer complete fabric customization, choose your own fabric, color, and print. We also offer special types of fabric finishing to elevate your product quality.
Why Brands Choose Knit Fabrics for Apparel Production
Knit fabrics are versatile and essential across categories like
Let’s Build Your Next Collection
Whether you're working on soft loungewear, trendy T-shirts, or a new cozy capsule, our team is ready to help you source the perfect knit fabric for your brand.
Frequently Asked Questions.
Jersey knit can be made from 100% cotton, but it’s also available in blends like cotton-spandex, cotton-polyester, or cotton-modal. At Zeddwork Studio, we offer both pure and blended jersey options to suit your product needs—whether you’re focused on softness, stretch, or sustainability.
Yes! Jersey knit is one of the most comfortable fabrics used in clothing. It’s soft, stretchy, breathable, and moves naturally with the body, making it perfect for T-shirts, loungewear, and sleepwear.
Jersey knit is widely used in T-shirts, dresses, innerwear, babywear, loungewear, and casualwear. Its flexibility, drape, and comfort make it a top choice for daily-wear garments.
Cotton knit fabric refers to any knit fabric made with cotton yarns. This includes types like single jersey, rib knit, and interlock knit. Cotton knits are breathable, soft, and ideal for all-season wear, especially in basics and casual clothing.
For loungewear, knit fabrics like cotton jersey, bamboo jersey, French terry, and modal blends are among the best. They’re soft, breathable, and offer the right balance of comfort and style—perfect for relaxing at home or casual outings.