FabricLink
Visit Us on FaceBook  Follow Us on Twitter
October 7, 2026


TEXTILE RESOURCE FOR FABRICS, APPAREL, HOME FURNISHINGS AND FABRIC CARE

Featured Presentations

Velcro Logo
Draper Knitting Company
MMI Textiles
eVent
Victory Tex
The Wool Bar

The Txtile Gateway, Inspire Students, Learn how You Can Help
 
Fabric University, knowledge to make informed fabric decisions
Fabric University | Knit Construction Resource | Cardigan
Sweater Knit & Yarn Resource

CARDIGAN


This is a modified form of a rib knit fabric, which uses tuck stitches to produce a thicker fabric. Cardigan stitches are either classified as Full Cardigan or Half Cardigan, and the fabric looks like a slightly stretched rib knit fabric.

Full Cardigan: A tucked rib knit stitch, which creates the same series of wales (lengthwise ridges/ribs) on both the face and the back of the fabric.

Half Cardigan: A tucked rib knit stitch, which is a variation of the full cardigan stitch. The spaces between the wales (lengthwise ridges/ribs) on the face of the fabric are closer together than those of the Full Cardigan. The back of the Half Cardigan knitted fabric has the same series of wales as the Full Cardigan.

Full CardiganFull Cardigan
Half CardiganHalf Cardigan


Return to Knit Construction Resource Index

 

Please let us know your comments about this site. Or, contact us to find out more about our live seminar programs for major retailers, associations or consumer groups.

 


ZYIA - Item 895 - BlackEverywhere Zipper Jogger
If you like our Everywhere pant, you'll love how we've blended their relaxed feel and dressy look with the modern cut of a jogger. The perfect ankle length and flattering fit mean they can easily be dressed up with boots and a blouse or fit right in at the gym with sneakers and a tank.

Shop for this technology>


ZYIA - Item 3511 - Men's Gray Track Sport Jogger 31
The supreme, heavy-weight fabric gives this design a substantive feel that's breathable and packs the perfect amount of stretch. Articulated detailing at the thigh, knee, and crotch deliver contemporary styling and comfort. There are front hip pockets, cord-style drawstring, and invisible ankle zips.

Shop for this technology.


NETWORK PARTNERS
The Technical Center ATA - Advance Textile Association Outdoor Retailer Material Wise - Your podcast on Material Matters AFFOA logo INDA - Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry Textile World & Textiles PanAmericanos Fashion for Profit Consulting Textile Communications Techtextil North America
gif