What Is Knit and Jersey Fabric? Meaning, Properties & Uses

What is knit and jersey fabric?

Knit fabrics are made of interlocking loops, which give them stretch and comfort. Jersey is the most common type. This range includes jersey, viscose knits, waffle lurex and stretch cloths.

Knit and jersey fabric in Hindi

In Hindi, knit and jersey fabric is written as जर्सी / निट. In everyday Indian trade talk you will also hear it called "knit and jersey kapda" or "knit and jersey cloth".

Properties of knit and jersey fabric

Property	Typical
Weight	120 to 380 GSM
Best for	t-shirts, dresses, loungewear, activewear and co-ords
Care	Knits stretch with wear, so cut with the stretch running across the body and use a ballpoint needle and stretch stitch

GSM is grams per square metre. Convert it to weight per metre with our GSM calculator.

What is knit and jersey fabric used for?

Common uses include t-shirts, dresses, loungewear, activewear and co-ords.

How to choose knit and jersey fabric

Check stretch and recovery. A fabric with good recovery keeps its shape after wear.

How to wash and care for knit and jersey fabric

Knits stretch with wear, so cut with the stretch running across the body and use a ballpoint needle and stretch stitch. Wash on a gentle cycle and dry flat to keep the shape.

Do knit fabrics need special sewing?

Yes. Use a ballpoint needle and a stretch stitch to keep seams from popping.

Where to see and buy knit and jersey fabric

You can browse real knit and jersey fabric designs, with prices per metre, in our knit and jersey fabric collection. Trade buyers can ask for samples and bulk pricing through our contact page.