Openwork knitwear

Italian openwork fabric

Openwork fabric is a type of fabric which represents a mixture of cunning patterns and ornaments. It has a delightful and lightweight appearance and has been used in clothes and underwear decoration for many centuries. Various types of fabrics, including knit, can have a weblike pattern. We invite you to buy real Italian openwork fabric in the Tessuti dell'Arte online shop.

Choosing the right openwork fabric

Knitted fabric is an elastic and soft material, very comfortable and pleasant to touch. It can consist of both natural and mixed fibers, with the addition of artificial threads to improve its properties. In any case, high-quality knit is comfortable to wear, wear-resistant, durable and lightweight, especially if it is decorated with a lace pattern.

We are glad to present such type of Italian fabric in our online shop. You can verify the quality by ordering free samples (in this case you will only have to pay for delivery). However, keep in mind that this is a truly unique fabric (below you will see why), therefore, the stock is limited and we recommend not to hesitate too long before purchasing.

It is very easy to buy Italian high-quality openwork fabric at best  price in the UK, Canada, United States, America, France, the Netherlands, Taiwan, Iceland, Australia, Singapore, New Zealand, Norway, Hong Kong, Saudi Arabia, Croatia and any country in the world, our online store "Tessuti Dell 'Arte" will send you the fabrics to any corner of the world. In the catalog you will see many colors and design solutions Made in Italy. We have many customers from different countries and cities of the world.

What kind of material is Italian openwork fabric?

Knitted fabric results not from warp and weft, as usual, but from joining loops. Openwork patterns are formed by shifting loops. Significantly, lace fabric and the technology of its production arose in Italy, where it was called Punto in aria, meaning “stitch in air”. Since the 17th century, Italy has remained one of the main centers of lace production.

One of the peculiarities of the fabric is not only its high quality, but also a recognizable pattern. It is called the Missoni pattern, since this ornament was invented by the Missoni brand. The basis of the recognizable pattern is the alternation of colorful and black threads forming zigzag. Moreover, it makes the advantages of knitted fabric more vivid.

The advantages of Italian openwork fabric

High quality knitted fabric which is produced in factories with modern equipment possesses truly unique characteristics:

• Very comfortable to wear;

• A great variety of patterns and weaving allows you to use knitted fabric for almost any type of clothing;

• Elastic, easily repeats the body shape;

• Run-resistant, lasts for years;

• Hygroscopic, air permeable.

All these qualities perfectly describe openwork knitwear. Due to its characteristics, it is not suitable for the production of cold weather clothing, but instead it perfectly fits for hot summer outfits.

How to sew openwork fabric?

Once, lace knitting was used only for decoration. Nowadays, it is widely used almost everywhere. It is used to sew dresses, blouses, sundresses and suits. The material can also be used to create decor elements, like curtains, tablecloths and so on. It perfectly combines with other tissues and allows women to create a delicate feminine outfit.

Things made of openwork fabric require careful care, as symmetric loops cause fast stretching of the fabric. You should hand wash such things and make them dry in horizontal position. Don’t use a hanger, just fold them carefully to avoid deformation. If you follow all the above prescriptions, you will enjoy romantic outfits made from our fabric for many years!