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Cyclopedia of Textile Work: A General Reference Library on Cotton, Woolen and Worsted Yarn Manufacture, Weaving, Designing, Chemistry and Dyeing, ... and Allied Subjects (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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9781330262528: Cyclopedia of Textile Work: A General Reference Library on Cotton, Woolen and Worsted Yarn Manufacture, Weaving, Designing, Chemistry and Dyeing, ... and Allied Subjects (Classic Reprint)

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This book offers a wide-ranging investigation of knitting with spring needle circular machines and flat bed machines, presented in three sections. The first section concentrates on the history and fundamentals of spring needle knitting, exploring the basics of stitch formation, yarn preparation, winding, and different knitting machine types. The second section focuses on flat bed knitting machines, covering technical details of needle types, fabric construction, and machine components. The final section delves into circular knitting machines, with emphasis on circular needle types, fabric construction, machine components, and the manufacture of hosiery and knitted fabrics. The author examines historical and modern knitting practices, from the intricacies of producing plain and rib fabrics to more complex plush and double-layered fabrics. This book provides essential reading for individuals seeking a comprehensive understanding of knitting.

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