Single Jersey
Single Jersey is the most common knitted fabric in the world, known as T-shirt fabric. Lightweight, soft, and stretchy with distinct face and back - smooth on front, loops on back. Made on single bed circular knitting machine, ideal for everyday wear.
Construction & Specifications
- Structure: Single knit, plain stitch, face loops vs back loops
- Machine: Single bed circular, gauge 24-30G, diameter 30 inch
- Weight: 120-200 GSM - Lightweight
- Yarn: 100% Cotton 30/1, Cotton/Poly blend, Cotton/Elastane 95/5
- Width: 60-72 inch tubular then slit open
- Stretch: 20% crosswise, curls at edges when cut
Yarn & Fiber Options
- 100% Cotton combed - breathable, soft, for basics
- Cotton Polyester 60/40 - less shrinkage, durable
- Polyester 100% - quick dry, sportswear
- Viscose Jersey - drapey, silky, for dresses
- Elastane mix 5% - stretch, fitted wear
Key Characteristics
- Soft hand feel, lightweight, breathable
- One side smooth, other side with loops
- Edges curl when cut - needs handling
- Good drape, but can grow after wash
- Economical - fastest knitting production
Common Uses
- Apparel: T-shirts, polo shirts, dresses, leggings, underwear, baby wear
- Sport: Gym wear, base layers, casual sportswear
- Brands: Nike, Zara, H&M basics - 80% of knitwear is jersey
Why Choose It
Cheapest knitted fabric, fastest production, softest for skin contact, perfect for printing and dyeing, huge color range. Every wardrobe needs jersey.
Care & Quality Tips
- Wash cold 30°C, can shrink 5-7% if cotton, pre-shrink recommended
- Check GSM - low GSM under 130 feels cheap and transparent
- Look for spirality mark - twist after wash indicates bad quality
- Print test - jersey holds reactive printing best