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purl knit [1 record]

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Record 1 1986-01-29

English

Subject field(s)
  • Textile Weaving (Textile Industries)
DEF

A single construction in which loops are pulled in alternate rows to the front and back of the knit, causing a purl stitch to appear on both sides of the fabric. Purl knits have nearly the same amount of stretch in both the lengthwise and the crosswise directions; this makes them ideal for infants and children's wear.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Tissage (Industries du textile)
DEF

Construction à un fil, dans laquelle les boucles sont tirées en alternance sur l'endroit et l'envers, pour former, de côté et d'autre une maille retournée. Ces tricots sont extensibles dans les deux sens; ils sont parfaits pour les vêtements d'enfants et de bébés.

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