Creative Design: Professional

Rendered in Yarn

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Abstract

This project explores how integrating digital and physical tools enables an iterative, responsive, and problem-solving apparel design process. Here, this approach is used to resolve the challenge of creating shaped knitted textiles with an all-over seamless repeat. Using short-row knitting (goring), the fully-fashioned garment drapes like traditionally cut and sewn woven garments but avoids waste by knitting the exact shape. A floral pattern was developed using Procreate and Adobe Illustrator, then carefully aligned across gored sections using digital knit software. The final piece, made with silk and lamé yarns, features a flattering silhouette and uninterrupted jacquard pattern. This work demonstrates how a flexible “toolbox” of digital and physical methods supports creativity, precision, and sustainability. Employing a practice-based methodology, the designer shows how knowledge is generated through making, offering a framework for future exploration of integrated workflows in fashion design and sustainable production.

Keywords: digital knitting, surface design, 3D Design, Browzwear

How to Cite:

Riewe Stevenson, K., (2025) “Rendered in Yarn”, International Textile and Apparel Association Annual Conference Proceedings 1(1). doi: https://doi.org/10.31274/itaa.22268