Single Jersey Slub • Characteristics of Single Jersey Slub : • End uses Of Single Jersey Slub :

1. Single Jersey Slub
Fabrics Name : Single Jersey Slub
Introduction of Fabric :
 Definition: Jersey fabric is a type of knit textile made from cotton
or a cotton and synthetic blend. Some common uses for jersey
fabric include t-shirts and winter bedding. The fabric is warm,
flexible, stretchy, and very insulating, making it a popular choice
for the layer worn closest to the body. Jersey also tends to be
soft, making it very comfortable.
 Characteristics of Single Jersey Slub :
1. Face side and back side of fabric are different
2. Curl or roll of fabric occurs at the edges
3. Wales are clearly visible on the face side of the
fabric
4. Extensibility in widthwise is approximately twice
than length

2. 5. Unraveling of fabric occurs from either side is
possible
6. Thickness of fabric is approximately twice the
diameter of yarn used
7. There is only one series of knitted loop per
courses in the fabric
 Features of Single Jersey Slub:
 Comfortable fit in woven fabrics, freedom of
movement, shape retention, excellent drape
ability and crease recovery
 Outstanding shape retention in knitwear
 Used as a substrate for natural/synthetic leather
or shoe uppers, Lycra provides 4 - 5% stretch in
shoes to give maximum comfort to the wearer
 Consistent quality effecting high yield in knitting
 Almost 100% recovery in the garments
 Good resistance to chemicals
 End uses Of Single Jersey Slub :
 It is mostly used for making T-shirts