# Pointelle

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'''Pointelle''' is a [knit](/source/Knitting) [fabric](/source/Textile) pattern with tiny holes typically in the shape of chevrons; the structure is geometric in shape and with repeated design similar to [lace](/source/lace). It is a fine knit pattern with small open spaces, subtle stripe, and floral effects. The fabric is lightweight, airy, and of a very delicate nature. Pointelle is possible on [warp knitting](/source/warp_knitting) and [weaving](/source/Jacquard_machine) also.<ref name=":0">{{Cite book|last=Humphries|first=Mary|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=r9EL1Dnt15UC&dq=pointelle+with+holes+is+knitted+on+jaquard+machines&pg=PA165|title=Fabric Reference|publisher=Pearson Prentice Hall|year=2009|isbn=9788131765708|location=|pages=165}}</ref><ref>{{Cite book|last=|first=|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=y6m1AAAAIAAJ&q=pointelle+fabric+use|title=Textile Outlook International - Volumes 121-123|publisher=Economist Publications Limited|year=2006|isbn=|location=|pages=190}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|date=2012-05-10|title=Product Guides - Glossary|url=http://www.kohlscorporation.com/ecom/valueadded/Glossary.htm#O |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120510140212/http://www.kohlscorporation.com/ecom/valueadded/Glossary.htm#O |archive-date=2012-05-10 |access-date=2020-10-27}}</ref>

== Etymology, and origin ==
Origin, 1950s, probably from a point in the sense ‘lace made entirely with a needle’ + the French diminutive suffix -elle.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Pointelle {{!}} Definition of Pointelle by Oxford Dictionary on Lexico.com also meaning of Pointelle|url=https://www.lexico.com/definition/pointelle|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201031103924/https://www.lexico.com/definition/pointelle|url-status=dead|archive-date=October 31, 2020|access-date=2020-10-27|website=Lexico Dictionaries {{!}} English|language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|title=Definition of POINTELLE|url=https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pointelle|access-date=2020-10-27|website=www.merriam-webster.com|language=en}}</ref>

== Fabric construction ==
Pointelle fabric is an intricate pattern as compared to simple knitting structures like [jersey fabric](/source/Jersey_(fabric)). In pointelle knitting, the [yarn](/source/yarn) does not form a complete loop and create a hole. The pointelle knitting requires [jacquard](/source/Jacquard_machine) controlled [knitting machine](/source/knitting_machine)s. The jacquard machines equipped with computers, wheels, punching cards, etc., allow the knitter more adjustments of yarn feeding, knitting, and tucking positions. These settings help in producing required motifs and complex design and pattern making. The size of the pointelle holes is adjustable to an extent with needle selection on the machine. The resultant fabric is a lightweight, delicate fabric, stretchable and comfortable to wear. In knitting, the transfer knit is used to create the design. It is possible with the jersey and rib structures.<ref name=":0" />

== Uses ==
It is used predominantly in clothing manufacturing, due to its appearance and fabric characteristics, it is suitable for Men's,  kids wear and feminine [dress](/source/dress)es. The fabric is also used for [cardigan](/source/Cardigan_(sweater)), tops, [T-shirt](/source/T-shirt)s, [pajamas](/source/pajamas), night suits, bags and [lingerie](/source/lingerie).<ref>{{Cite book|last=Dancer|first=Teresa|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=3NJbCwAAQBAJ&dq=pointelle+fabric+use&pg=PT39|title=Pocket Handbook for Assistant Buyers|publisher=Lulu Publishing Services|year=2016|isbn=9781483442440|location=|pages=}}</ref>

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