Sweater knitwear is a material that can be created from a variety of raw materials. It happens that it is made entirely of a given type of fiber, but more often it happens that one ingredient dominates, and the others act as additives that improve the properties of the knitted fabric - for example, increasing its elasticity, durability or softness. Such a composition allows you to better match the material to the specific application and expectations of future users. If you are having trouble choosing a knitted fabric, we invite you to read our article, thanks to which you will learn about the properties of the most popular textile raw materials.

How to choose a knitted sweater?

Depending on the composition, sweater knitwear can have different thickness, weight, elasticity and texture. This is very important, because by choosing the right product, you can create a garment that will actually fulfill its role and will be comfortable to wear. For example, a thin sweater knit, especially openwork, can be used to sew clothes for spring and summer, a slightly thicker one will be an ideal choice, for example, for a skirt, and an even thicker one for a sweater coat. So let's check what are the characteristics of knitted fabrics made of different fibers.

Viscose sweater knit

If you are not interested in thick sweater knitwear, but rather one with a medium or light weight, you can bet on a model that has viscose in its composition. It is a raw material that provides delicate, thinner yarns than, for example, acrylic or wool, which is why knitted fabric with its admixture is softer and more flexible. It is perfect for sweaters such as cardigans, as well as blouses or thin turtlenecks.

It is worth knowing that viscose gives knitted fabrics exceptional smoothness and delicacy. Sweaters made of it are more pleasant to the skin than those made only of polyester or acrylic, and they also provide good breathability. The advantage of viscose is also a subtle, silky sheen, thanks to which sweater knitted fabrics with its addition look more elegant. It is a good choice for fashionable, casual sweaters or knitted dresses.

However, it should be borne in mind that viscose itself tends to wrinkle, so clothes made of it will probably need ironing. In Izpol.pl you will find both knitted fabrics with the addition of viscose and Italian sweater knitted fabric woven entirely from this raw material. The latter is characterized by a slightly loose weave, which slightly reduces the visibility of creases.

Wool-based sweater knitted fabrics

Wool fibers have the ability to retain air, so wool perfectly protects against the cold. Even if you decide to sew a sweater from a thin wool-based sweater knit, it will provide pleasant warmth and will be perfect for autumn and winter.

The softest and most pleasant to the touch is merino, lamb or cashmere wool, but sheep wool can also have a pleasant texture if combined with acrylic, polyamide or viscose. In the offer of our wholesaler you will find fabrics made of vergin wool obtained from young lambs, which is characterized by great delicacy and lightness. It is also worth knowing that sweater knitted fabrics with the addition of wool "breathe", so the skin does not sweat in them as much as with artificial fibers. However, you need to remember to follow the rules of care, because mistakes in this regard expose the clothing to deformation.

Wool-based knitted fabrics can be thick or medium, depending on what the knitted weave is and the type of yarn. If you want the structure of the material to be more massive, it is worth choosing thick sweater knitted fabrics. They are especially recommended for creating outerwear such as ponchos or sweater coats. If you plan to sew a winter vest or cardigan, it is also better to use high-quality thick yarn.

Knitted fabric with an admixture of acrylic

If you are looking for a knitted fabric that will be good for sewing a classic sweater or other garment perfect for colder days and you are considering choosing a material made entirely of wool, you need to know one more thing. Wool itself is a delicate fiber, so it can stretch, deform and even felt during washing. For this reason, acrylic is often added to it, as it is a raw material that gives the material greater rigidity and improves its resistance to damage. In addition, acrylic is lightweight, so even thick and colorful sweater knitwear with its addition weighs less, and thanks to this, you can use it to sew sweaters that will be a little lighter and more pleasant to wear.

Sweater knitted fabrics with an admixture of acrylic are also a good choice for those who want the sewn clothing to be pleasant to the touch. It is important to know that pure wool, especially sheep's wool, can be rough and can scratch the skin. Acrylic perfectly softens its structure, making it soft to the touch. While this does not matter much in the case of clothes such as a vest or jacket, because we usually do not put them directly on the skin, in the case of blouses or wool tunics, it certainly does.

In Izpol.pl, in addition to wool-acrylic blends, there is also a ribbed sweater knitted fabric made entirely of acrylic. The characteristic effect of convex stripes, obtained thanks to the ribbed weave, looks interesting, and also improves elasticity and elasticity, which is why such ribbed knitted fabrics are great for creating clothes such as elegant sweaters and accessories such as snoods, hats and scarves.

Cotton-based knitted fabrics

It is also popular to create cotton-based sweater knitwear. In our wholesaler you will find, for example, cotton knitted fabrics with acrylic. Such a composition combines the advantages of both these fibers, because cotton adds naturalness, softness and a pleasant touch, and also improves breathability, while acrylic is responsible for durability, lightness and resistance to deformation. As a result, such a sweater knitted fabric fits well, does not pill quickly and is easy to care for. Cotton and acrylic are also a popular combination from which blankets or bedspreads are made.

Sweater knitwear by the meter - where to buy it?

Whether you undertake various types of tailoring projects as part of your professional activity or simply want to have hand-sewn pearls in your wardrobe that look like knitting, you need the right materials for this. The online store Izpol.pl invites you to cooperation. We offer sweater fabrics in various patterns, including Italian knitted fabrics with a characteristic motif of colorful zigzags from the well-known Fashion House, which are a great choice for fashionable scarves or cardigans. Regardless of whether you are interested in thick, medium or thin sweater knitwear, with a loose or more compact weave, you have a chance to find it in our offer and buy even a small amount for your own needs. We also encourage you to take advantage of the opportunity to order free samples from us to see before buying whether a given knitted fabric will work for your project.