It means "cut and sew" in the ready-made clothing industry. Considering cutting and sewing are characteristic features, the term "cut and sew" was created to distinguish knitted works from the traditional knitting.

If "cut and sew" means simply cutting and sewing a material, general dressmaking could also be considered a cut and sew process, but originally, this was not the intended meaning. "Cut and sew" was a phrase created to differentiate sweaters from other items in the knit category. Let us explain.

Fabric (woven material) Knit (knit material) Non-woven material (leather, fur, fake leather) There are three types of fashion materials, as mentioned above. With the exception of ancient times when people wore animal fur - at the time when dressmaking made its first official appearance, fabric meant woven. Therefore, in traditional dressmaking, we have always studied techniques to apply to woven materials. It was a long time afterward until sweaters emerged, which were the first knits that made their way into the industry. This is why when we hear the word "knit", we associate with sweaters. Please look at the following chart.

Weft-knit (Sweater) Circular-knit (Stockinet) Warp-knit (Tricot/Russell cloth) Whether it's needle-knit or machine-knit, we call it "weft knit" since sweaters are always knitted in the horizontal direction. They're link stitched (also called "linking.") As sweaters gained popularity in the world of fashion, warp knits and circular knits were becoming popular mostly in underwear industry. Women's underwear such as tricot chemise (slips) also made an appearance around this time, and these were warp-knit. Lace curtains used in homes were also tricot knits. The underwear industry eventually expanded their business into outerwear, which posed a threat to the sweater industry. It was at this time that the word "cut-and-sew" was created by the sweater industry to differentiate themselves from other knits. The sweater industry described the difference as follows: "Sweaters are expensive products that are cut, shaped, knitted and linked. Stockinets and tricots are cheaper products that are simply cut and sew." Today, both sweaters and cut-and-sew items have their place in the industry, leveraging their unique characteristics. Together, they currently make up to 50% of the fashion industry revenue annually. In addition, over 90% of cut-and-sew items in the market are circular knits. Circular knits can be categorized as follows. Circular knits: Single Knit (Jerseys) Interlock (Smooth) Double Knit

I don't have much time... It takes only 60 minutes to complete sewing one piece. It sounds too good to be true! You'll be making great looking pieces after your first few classes. Some people have said, "It's faster than washing and drying!" Sewing seems really hard. The traditional sewing can be difficult, and it might be intimidating for beginners at first, but at Knit Sewing Club, we offer a program even a first timer can adapt easily. I've never learned dressmaking, but I'm interested. Our main goal is for you to enjoy sewing through our specially designed curriculum program. You'll have so much fun you won't even realize you've already completed a piece! Is it difficult to sew knits? There's a misconception that knits are difficult to sew. Today, sewing machines have evolved and techniques have advanced. Knits are actually very easy to sew. With its stretchy features, it'll give you less room for mistake. Fabric that doesn't stretch can't offer that. It was a long time ago when you needed to use specific notion knitting thread or knitting needles. Knit Sewing Club offers improved techniques that even a beginner can try without worry. Where is the Knit Sewing Club from? Sato Sampling Room Co., Ltd., headquarters of the Knit Sewing Club, is the largest sewing company in Japan. We sew samples for fashion shows and exhibitions for over 300 major apparel companies. Because we sew samples, we are constantly receiving information on the latest technology and styles. Keeping up-to-date with the trends, the Knit Sewing Club offers over 500 sewing patterns for 60 minutes sewing. We hope you will continue to enjoy dressmaking with us at the Knit Sewing Club and develop your skills. What variety of patterns do you offer? We carry hundreds of patterns which you can enjoy. Not only t-shirts and blouses, but also dresses, jackets, coats and many more which you can finish sewing in just 60 minutes. Because we manufacture the latest styles in the industry, we even add new patterns monthly. What tools do we need to bring? Nothing. Come empty handed and we'll supply all the materials you'll need. I tried sewing a knit, but it stretched too much. You should use differential feed adjustment. Which No. sewing machine needle should I use? We recommend No. 11. Can I use thread that is not for knits? Yes. In the ready-to-wear clothing industry, knit thread is used by a small percentage of swimwear companies. Woolly thread is used for plumb line at winding lock. Which type of thread can I sew knits with? We recommend polyester spun thread No. 60. Which types of overlock sewing machine are good for sewing knits? We recommend 3-thread 1-needle or 4-thread 2-needle overlock sewing machines with a differential feed adjustment. - 2-thread 1 needle overlock Sewing machines for whipstitching - 3-thread 1-needle overlock Basic overlock that sews at a width of about 4 to 5 mm (3/16"). You can sew more than 90% of knit fabrics using this sewing machine. - 4-thread 2-needles overlock Sews at a width of about 7 to 10 mm (1/4" - 3/8"). Used for special thick or lace knit fabrics. You can also use this as a 3-thread 1-needle overlock for sewing at a width of about 4 (3/16") mm by removing the left needle. I'm afraid that a 4-mm (3/16") sewing width will cause raveling. People that have made dresses with woven fabrics often worry about that. But the answer is, there is no problem with sewing knits. Woven fabrics are woven by crossing the warp and woof. Sewing using only an overlock gives a narrow seam allowance resulting in seam slippage. Knits are knitted by interwinding so that seam slippage doesn't occur.