Requirements

Weaver or knitter - requirements

As a weaver or knitter, you’ll use your creativity and technical knowledge to weave fibers and knit products like clothing and soft furnishing using machinery or by hand. Learn more about a career in weaving and knitting, find out what it involves and what you’ll need to study and do to get a role.

Know what you'll need to land a job below.

What qualifications do you need to be a weaver or knitter?

A degree in art and design will prove useful if you want to work in weaving or knitting. Subjects to consider include:

Some weaving and knitting roles may prioritise practical ability over educational qualifications but bear in mind that career progress without formal training is usually very hard which is why most weavers and knitters have some form of relevant higher qualification.

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Do you need a postgraduate qualification to be a weaver or knitter?

Although it’s not essential to do a postgraduate course, it can help develop your skills especially if you want to specialise in a particular area.

Examples of taught MAs at postgraduate level include:

Costume design for performance
Creative practice
Fashion and creative pattern cutting
Textiles
Textile design

What skills do you need to be a weaver or knitter?

Weavers and knitters must be both logical and creative, using their patience and expertise to create clothing, furnishing, carpets and other products.

Hard skills usually include:

Weaving
Knitting
Textiles
Machine operation
Safety measures
Quality inspection
Electrical systems

Soft skills include:

Attention to detail
Adaptability
Innovation
Problem-solving

Do you need work experience to be a weaver or knitter?

Some kind of experience within the textiles/fashion industry will certainly help you in your career, whether that’s working as a press operator or another role within a warehouse environment. You’ll also need to demonstrate your ability to manage electrical and mechanical devices which may be achieved through a relevant apprenticeship.