“A knitted garment is among the most complex textile products. The design of a knitted garment

involves subtle interactions between aesthetic and technical constraints.”

(Eckert, 1997 p.1)

In flat knitting, garments are created directly on the knitting machine, resulting in minimal material wastage. This method allows for precision in shaping, reducing the need for additional cutting and assembling stages that generate excess scraps in traditional cut and sew approaches. Additionally, flat knitting enables the production of fully-fashioned garments, meaning that each piece is knit to its final shape, eliminating the surplus fabric typically generated in cut and sew processes. This efficiency not only minimizes textile waste but also contributes to resource conservation by using only the necessary amount of material. Furthermore, the streamlined production in flat knitting often results in shorter production cycles, reducing energy consumption and environmental impact associated with prolonged manufacturing processes. Overall, flat knitting emerges as a sustainable choice, aligning with the principles of responsible and resource-efficient garment production.