What does pointelle mean?
Pointelle means A type of knit fabric that contains a pattern of open spaces..
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Pronunciation varies by accent · noun
A type of knit fabric that contains a pattern of open spaces..
In 1865, William Lamb introduced the first G-bed latch needle weft knitting machine, which subsequently led to the development of sweater patterns in jacquards, intarsias and pointelles.
Pointelle patterns add a light and airy feel to a project.
The softness of this pointelle knit is enhanced by the subtle stripe and floral effect knitted into the fabric.
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Pointelle means A type of knit fabric that contains a pattern of open spaces..
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In 1865, William Lamb introduced the first G-bed latch needle weft knitting machine, which subsequently led to the development of sweater patterns in jacquards, intarsias and pointelles.
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