COURSES
We offer a diverse range of courses, from beginner to advanced levels, tailored to fit your learning needs. Designed to be modular, these courses allow you to learn at your own pace and focus on topics that align with your goals.
Introduction to Industrial Knit
Level: Beginner
Duration: 45 mins
Duration: 45 mins
Get a first look at the field of industrial knitting in Introduction to Industrial Knit. This short course unpacks the technology, techniques, and possibilities of modern knit manufacturing, offering a glimpse into its creative and technical potential.
Foundations of Industrial Knit
Level: Beginner
Duration: 6 hours
Duration: 6 hours
Build a solid understanding of industrial knitting in Foundations of Industrial Knit. This course breaks down key techniques, machinery, and processes, giving you the knowledge to translate design concepts into production-ready knitted products. This course provides you with the tools to navigate this advanced manufacturing landscape with confidence.
Design your First Jumper
Level: Beginner
Duration: 45 mins
Duration: 45 mins
Learn the fundamentals of designing a jumper in this beginner-friendly online course. Whether you're new to knitwear design or looking to refine your approach, this course will guide you through the essential steps from concept development and yarn selection to basic pattern creation and construction techniques.
Exploring 3D Knitting: How to Rethink Knit
Level: Beginner
Duration: 45mins
Duration: 45mins
Explore how 3D knitting is shaping both fashion and industrial design. Learn about real-world applications, from seamless garments to technical textiles, and discover the innovative approaches used by contemporary designers and developers. Gain an understanding of how this technology pushes the boundaries of sustainability, efficiency, and design possibilities across industries.
Designing with Jacquards
Level: Intermediate
Duration: 45 minutes
Duration: 45 minutes
This course introduces the possibilities of jacquard knitting in this course, covering the techniques, limitations, and creative potential of machine-knitted jacquards. Learn how to design patterns, optimise for production, and effectively communicate with suppliers to achieve the best results. Perfect for designers looking to harness the full potential of jacquard technology in fashion and beyond.
Methods of Garment Construction
Level: Beginner
Duration: 45 mins
Duration: 45 mins
This mini-course breaks down key construction methods in industrial knitting: cut and sew, fully fashioned, and complete knitting. Learn how each approach affects design, production, and sustainability, including material efficiency, waste reduction, and manufacturing constraints. Ideal for designers looking to make informed decisions about structure, aesthetics, and responsible production.
Stitch Structures
Level: Beginner
Duration: 45mins
Duration: 45mins
Unpack different industrial knit stitch structures, from plain and purl to ribs, textured stitches, tuck, transfer, links-links, and colourwork techniques like intarsia and jacquard. This course explores how stitch selection impacts design, functionality, and production, helping you make informed choices for your knit projects.
Foundations ofProduction
Level: Intermediate
Duration: 45 minutes
Duration: 45 minutes
Gain an introductory understanding of the knitwear production process, from development to final product. This course covers key factors like manufacturing considerations, quality assurance, and costing. Learn how to navigate production efficiently while balancing design integrity, budget, and sustainability.
Introduction to Tech Packs
Level: Beginner
Duration: 45 mins
Duration: 45 mins
Get an overview of the key components required in a knitwear tech pack, including structure maps, swatch references, measurement guides, and labeling details. Understand how these elements come together to ensure clear communication with manufacturers and a smooth production process.
Machinery
Level: Beginner
Duration: 45mins
Duration: 45mins
Explore the essential machines used in knitwear production, from linkers and cup seamers to the components of industrial knitting machines. Learn about different flatbed machine types, their capabilities, and how they impact design and manufacturing efficiency. Suitable for those looking to deepen their technical knowledge of knit production.
Testimonials
"Woolmark have had the pleasure of onboarding Patricia as an education consultant for a number of advanced knitwear presentations within our Merino wool retailer training programs, and I can confidently say she is an exceptional knitwear expert. Her deep knowledge of advanced knitwear design and construction, combined with her clear and engaging presentation style, is warmly received by each attendee of her workshops. She effortlessly demonstrated her expertise in both the technical aspects of seamless knitting and its creative possibilities, offering valuable insights that resonated with each of the workshop participants.
Patricia is not only highly skilled but also passionate about her work, and I recommend her workshops and consultancy to any designers, brands or retailers looking for expert industry advice on seamless knitwear design and education."
Clementine Hurley
Business Development Manager
Fashion & Product, ANZ
Australian Wool Innovation Limited
Clementine Hurley
Business Development Manager
Fashion & Product, ANZ
Australian Wool Innovation Limited
"We worked with Knovus on a design project developing a neck support for head drop for patients with ALS. We were developing a proof-of-concept for how a bespoke brace could be developed using digital fabrication technologies; creating 3D printed braces in hard plastic from 3D scan data. Ultimately we wanted to add a soft element to the brace while also exploring the fashion and expression element of this device that would be worn on the body. We approached KNOVUS due to their expertise in delivering 3D digital knit.
Although I am an experienced industrial designer, I have limited knowledge of soft goods design and development. Patricia was able to support us to evolve the soft goods element of the design from early concept to reality, as well as developing the proof of concept prototype through 3D knit. Supporting us from an early idea all the way to a finished product. Not only did we get a final result but, supported by Patricia, we learnt a lot about the soft goods and knitting along the way!"
Rowan Page
Senior Lecturer
ARC DECRA Fellow
Monash University
Rowan Page
Senior Lecturer
ARC DECRA Fellow
Monash University
"I embarked up on my technical knitting journey at Knovus, where Patricia took as through thoroughly planned introduction to knitting training modules. In a week I went from zero to hero, learning the basic fundamentals of technical knitting and whole garment programming.
The pace of education was excellent and tailored to each individual class member. I was happy to leave with detailed training manuals that continue to be a relevant resource to our whole garment knitting practice. I recommend Knovus as an excellent resource to begin or develop technical knitting knowledge for industry professionals."
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Woven definition: Woven fabrics are created by interlacing yarns in two perpendicular directions: the warp (running vertically) and the weft (running horizontally).
Weft Knit definition: Yarns are fed into the knitting machine in a horizontal or weft direction to form a series of interlocking loops.
Warp Knit definition: Warp knitting involves the formation of loops in a vertical direction using multiple strands of yarn, with each loop typically made from a separate thread and needle.
Wales definition: Vertical columns of stitches in the lengthwise direction of the fabric.
Thermal bonding definition: A process where heat is applied to fuse thermoplastic fibres within a non-woven web, creating bonds at fibre intersections.
Non-woven definition: Non-woven fabrics are created by bonding fibres together by various processes such as mechanical, chemical, and thermal bonding
Mechanical bonding definition: A process of creating non-woven fabrics by physically entangling fibres to hold them together.
Knit definition: A textile produced by forming loops of yarn that are interlaced together, either across (weft knitting) or along the length of the fabric (warp knitting).
Flatbed knitting definition: Refers to the process or method of knitting using a flat, horizontal bed where yarn is fed in the weft direction to form fabric row by row.
Fibre definition: The basic raw material used to make yarns and fabrics. It refers to a fine, hair-like strand that can be natural or synthetic and is capable of being spun into thread or yarn.
Courses definition: Horizontal rows of stitches that run widthwise across the knitted fabric
Circular knitting machine definition: Industrial circular-bed knitting machines that create tube-shaped pieces and are often used for larger and faster production. They are commonly used to produce finer knitwear.
Chemical bonding definition: A process in which fibres are joined together using adhesives or binders—such as resins or latex—that are applied to the fibre web and then cured, typically with heat, to create a stable, unified non-woven fabric structure.
Warp thread definition: The lengthwise yarns that typically run parallel to the selvedge of a woven textile.
Weft thread definition: The crosswise yarns that are overlap and underlap the warp yarns, typically perpendicular to the selvedge in woven textiles.
Selvedge definition: The finished edge of a woven textile that runs along the lengthwise sides (parallel to the warp direction).
Shima Seiki: A Japanese company founded in 1962 renowned for its advanced computerised flatbed knitting machines, most notably the WHOLEGARMENT® technology, which produces seamless knitwear.
Gauge definition: The number of needles per inch on a needle bed.
Intarsia definition: A knitting technique used to create patterns or images with distinct blocks of colour, where each area is knitted with a separate yarn source and yarns are not carried across the back, resulting in a flat, single-layered fabric.
Multi-gauge definition: Knitting with a combination of needle combinations
Complete garment knitting definition: Complete knitting also known as seamless, or 3D knitting refers to a method of producing complete knitted garments directly on the machine, eliminating or significantly reducing the need for post-knitting assembly such as cutting and sewing.
Fully-fashioned definition: The shape of a garment piece is formed during knitting by increasing or decreasing stitches, rather than cutting fabric after knitting. This method allows for precise shaping (such as armholes, necklines, or sleeves) and produces pieces that require minimal trimming, resulting in a cleaner finish, less waste, and often a better fit.
Jacquard definition: A knitting technique used to create multicolour patterns or motifs by selectively knitting different yarns across a fabric row. Unlike intarsia, jacquard patterns are made by carrying floats (unused yarns) across the back of the fabric, allowing for repeated designs and fine detail.
Knitwear programming definition: The process of creating machine-readable instructions that control computerised knitting machines to produce specific knit structures, patterns, and garments.
Technician definition: A skilled specialist responsible for the setup, adjustment, operation, and troubleshooting of knitting machinery.
Manufacturer definition: The company or facility that produces knitted garments or fabric at scale. They manage the full process from programming and sampling to final production, often working with designers, brands, or developers.
Knit Programmer definition: A knit programmer is a specialist who translates a design into a machine-executable file using software for a specific type of knitting machine (e.g. Shima Seiki)
Software definition: In knitting, software refers to the digital tools used to design, simulate, and program knitted fabrics or garments.
Production definition: The full process of manufacturing knit garments or fabric at scale, using programmed knitting machines. It begins after sampling and programming are finalised, and involves running machines continuously to produce finished pieces ready for linking, seaming, or finishing.
Specification Sheet definition: A document part of the Tech pack that outlines all the technical details and requirements for a knitted product. It includes measurements, yarn types, stitch structures, construction notes, gauge, machine type, and finishing instructions used by manufacturers to ensure consistency and accuracy in production.
Yarn feeder/carrier definition: A moving component in a knitting machine that delivers yarn to the needles during the knitting process.
Needle bed definition: In a flatbed knitting machine, the needle bed is the part that holds and guides the needles, allowing them to slide and create stitches; it consists of a flat arrangement and can operate with one or two beds depending on the machine.
Stitch definition: The loop formed by yarn during the knitting process.
Virtual Simulation definition: The process of using knit design software (like Shima Seiki APEX) to digitally visualise how a knitted fabric or garment will look and behave before actual production.
Product Development definition: The end-to-end process of turning a concept into a finished product. It includes design, material selection, programming, sampling, testing, and refining before full-scale production begins.
Cut & Sew definition: A process where knitted fabric is produced in large panels and then cut and sewn together to create finished garments.
Yarn Type definition: The material and structure of the yarn, including its fibre content (e.g. cotton, wool), thickness, twist, and whether it's spun or filament.
Tension definition: The size of the knitted loops and takedown pressure applied during knitting.
Speed definition: The rate at which the knitting machine operates.
Take-down mechanism definition: This mechanism maintains fabric tension during knitting using roller systems or pull-down mechanisms.
Drape definition: How a fabric hangs and flows when worn or handled.
Stitch density definition: The total number of loops in a measured area of fabric (such as a square inch or three square centimetres).
Pattern resolution definition: The level of detail and clarity a knitted pattern can achieve, determined by the stitch size, gauge, and machine capability.
Carriage definition: A movable component of a knitting machine that guides the yarn carrier across the needle bed to deliver yarn to the selected needles, producing the knitted fabric.
Machine gauge definition: The spacing of the needles on the needle bed (usually as needles per inch)
Yarn Count definition: The yarn count number indicates the linear density (yarn diameter or fineness) to which that particular yarn has been spun
Stock service definition: A yarn stock service provides ready-to-shop yarns, often in a variety of colours to customers.
Natural fibre definition: A fibre obtained from plants, animals, or minerals that can be spun into threads or yarns such as cotton, wool, silk, or flax.
Synthetic fibre definition: A man-made fibre produced from polymerisation, a chemical process combining small molecules into polymers, examples are polyester, nylon, or acrylic.
Regenerated (semi-synthetic) fibre: A fibre derived from natural resources and got through an intensive chemical transformation process.
Full gauge definition: Knitting with every needle.
Half gauge definition: Knitting with every second needle
The Direct System definition: The Direct System yarn count is the WEIGHT of a FIXED LENGTH of yarn (Weight per unit Length).
The Indirect System definition: The LENGTH of a FIXED WEIGHT of yarn (Length per unit Weight).
Numero metric (Nm) definition: Length in meters per 1 gram of mass.
Tex (tex) definition: Mass of yarn in grams per 1000 meters length.
Denier (den) fibre: Mass of yarn in grams for length of 9000 metres
Decitex (text) definition: Grams per 10,000 metres (10 kilometres)
English Cotton Count (ECC or Ne) fibre: Number of 840 yards strands per 1 English pound of mass
Tech pack definition: The technical documentation created for garment or textile products. It contains flat sketches, material specifications, dimensions, instructions, and everything else the manufacturer needs to create products accurately.
Flatbed knitting machine definition: Industrial knitting machinery that have needle beds that sit flat, in a 'V' formation. The yarn passes across the needle bed horizontally.
Microbial cellulose definition: A natural, biodegradable biopolymer synthesised by various bacteria.