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KNITWEAR LAB is a well-known research and knowledge hub specialized in innovative, sustainable and design-driven knitwear solutions. We educate knitwear professionals, designers and students. We share our extensive research and experience through our masterclasses, 5-day courses and custom-made 1-3 day programs for companies. These courses enables to explore the endless possibilities of sustainable knitwear innovation and provide general knowledge of industrial knitting and knitwear product development.
MASTERCLASS SERIES
At KNITWEAR LAB – ACADEMY, we are excited to introduce our exclusive Online Masterclass Series!
Ready to Unravel the Mysteries of Industrial Knitting?
Look no further! KNITWEAR LAB is thrilled to present a series of Masterclasses designed for designers and product developers eager to explore the world of industrial knitwear. Join our Online Masterclass Series for expert instruction and guidance from anywhere in the world. Immerse yourself in knitwear innovation, discover cutting-edge techniques, and connect with professionals globally.
MASTERCLASS: Introduction to Industrial Knitting
Thursday, 16th of January 2025 at 4:00 PM (CET)
This Masterclass is an introduction to Industrial Knitting, where you’ll be inspired and discover the latest techniques and tools to create stunning knitwear pieces. You’ll gain a comprehensive understanding of industrial knitting essentials, from machinery to sustainability practices. Led by renowned designer and industry expert Thijs Verhaar, the founder of KNITWEAR LAB, you’ll dive deep into the fascinating realm of knitwear design, development, and production.
MASTERCLASS: Introduction to Virtual Knitting
Thursday, 13th of February 2025 at 4:00 PM (CET)
This Masterclass is an introduction to Virtual Knitting, where you’ll get insights of the latest technology in Virtual Knitting, and explore tools to create stunning knitwear pieces virtually. You’ll gain a comprehensive understanding of Virtual Knitting essentials, from 3D software to the future of virtual knitwear. Led by renowned industry expert Lyske Gais, the founder of Virtual Knitting at KNITWEAR LAB.
5 DAY COURSE
We offer a 5-day intensive, during which you will learn programming and industrial knitting. This practice-based course enables you to explore the endless possibilities of sustainable knitwear innovation and provide general knowledge of industrial knitting and knitwear product development.
CUSTOM COURSE
During this custom program, the KNITWEAR LAB team will introduce you to industrial knitwear fundamentals, as well as welcome you into our LAB. Our programs can be adjusted to the specific needs of your teams. Besides technical and creative knowledge we can also help you understand the economic side of the knitwear industry.
KNITWEAR LAB educates the next generation of knitwear programmers and designers.
Our practice-based course enables you to explore the endless possibilities of sustainable knitwear innovation.
At the end of the 5-day course, students share and explore the results of each others’ knitwear experiments.
If you would like to participate in our Industrial Knitwear Course, please write an email to paul@knitwearlab.nl
A large part of the curriculum is dedicated to learning the basics of the programming software and operating the latest STOLL machines.
Our course provides a possibility to design and develop a small collection of your own knitted swatches.
TESTIMONIALS
“The course at Knitwear Lab was a great experience”.
“Thanks to the passionate Team at KNITWEAR LAB, we were able to get a better view and understanding into the knitwear production process with all relevant steps, starting from programming a style to the finished knitted result.”
Südwolle Group – Sales Team
“The 3D Knitting presentation was also a really great experience to understand the endless chances and application possibilities of digitalized tools.”