Woven and knitted fabrics

Usually produced with two sets of yarn Elastic properties are limited Higher labour costs to manufacture Lower recovery properties Lower extensibility properties Quite stable Easier to work with particulary when machining Holds a crease well Can hold pleat and sharp corners Can be less comfortable to wear Most stretch is along the bias Edges can fray Requires seam finishing Can be wind resistant Usually produced with a single set of yarn High elasticity Less labour costs to manufacture Comfortable to wear High extensibility and recovery Not particularly stable Fabrics benefit from finishes A specialist stitch is needed when sewing pieces together Wrinkle and crease resistant Seams do not always require a finish Edges can curl when cut Can unravel and run Stretch is either on the bias or cross grain Moulds to fit the body better