About
NedGraphics Easy Knit is a powerful, industry-grade CAD software tailored for knitted fabric design. It enables fashion and textile professionals to build intricate knit patterns from scratch or by converting existing graphic files into detailed knit fabrications at any gauge density and quality level. The software features an expansive stitch effect library, a dedicated Stitch Editor for crafting custom stitches, and advanced Float Control tools to automatically detect and correct float errors in pattern drafts. Designers can work across multiple views simultaneously — switching between technical grid format and the knit visualizer — to perfect complex structures such as cable knits, open knits, and intarsia designs. Real-time product visualization allows users to preview finished items like sweaters, scarves, golf shirts, and sportswear before committing to physical samples, dramatically reducing time-to-market. The automated print layout menu captures file info, color palettes, and callouts, while instant recoloring and ombré stripe generation streamline iteration. When designs are finalized, Easy Knit exports files in standard digital formats compatible with major knitting machine suppliers, ensuring a smooth handoff from design studio to production floor. Layering capabilities also support the addition of embroideries, making it a comprehensive tool for full knitwear development. It integrates into the broader NedGraphics ecosystem alongside plug-ins for Adobe Illustrator and other specialized textile design modules.
Key Features
- Expansive Stitch Effect Library: Access a comprehensive visual library of stitch types or create custom stitches using the built-in Stitch Editor for full creative control.
- Ultra-Realistic Knit Simulation: Preview knitted designs on finished products in real time with lifelike accuracy, reducing the need for costly physical samples.
- Float Control & Error Correction: Automatically detect and correct float errors in the Pattern Draft View to ensure technically accurate, production-ready designs.
- Graphic-to-Knit Conversion: Convert any scanned or digital graphic image into a full knit fabrication at any gauge density and quality level.
- Knitting Machine Export: Export finished designs in standard digital formats compatible with major knitting machine suppliers for seamless production handoff.
Use Cases
- Fashion designers creating technical knit specifications and stitch layouts for seasonal knitwear collections.
- Textile manufacturers converting flat artwork or brand graphics into machine-ready knit fabrications.
- Sportswear brands developing performance knit structures for jerseys, base layers, and athletic accessories.
- Knitwear studios visualizing finished garments on virtual products before investing in physical sample production.
- Design teams collaborating on complex intarsia and cable knit patterns with precise gauge and density controls.
Pros
- End-to-End Design Workflow: Covers the full knitwear design process from initial concept and stitch development to technical specification and machine-ready file export.
- Realistic Product Visualization: Real-time 3D-style simulation on finished garments drastically cuts physical sampling costs and shortens time-to-market.
- Broad Stitch & Structure Support: Handles complex structures including cable knits, intarsia, open knits, and ombré stripes, making it versatile for diverse knitwear collections.
- Seamless NedGraphics Ecosystem Integration: Works alongside other NedGraphics tools and Adobe Illustrator plug-ins for a connected textile design workflow.
Cons
- No Transparent Pricing: Pricing is not publicly listed; users must schedule a demo or contact sales, making it difficult to evaluate cost upfront.
- Highly Specialized Use Case: Designed exclusively for knitted fabric design, so it offers limited utility for woven, print, or broader fashion design workflows.
- Desktop-Only Application: As a desktop CAD tool, it lacks cloud-based collaboration features that modern distributed design teams may require.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of knitwear can I design with Easy Knit?
Easy Knit supports a wide range of knitted products including sweaters, scarves, golf shirts, socks, sportswear, and more. It handles complex structures like cable knits, intarsia, and open knit designs.
Can I import existing artwork or graphics into Easy Knit?
Yes. Easy Knit allows you to convert any graphic image — including scanned artwork — into a full knit fabrication at your desired gauge density and quality.
Does Easy Knit export files compatible with knitting machines?
Yes. The software exports designs in standard digital formats specifically compatible with major knitting machine suppliers, enabling a smooth transition from design to production.
How does Easy Knit handle stitch customization?
Designers can choose from an extensive built-in stitch effect library or use the dedicated Stitch Editor to develop and render entirely unique stitch types, including user-defined symbols for manufacturing documentation.
Is there a free trial available for Easy Knit?
NedGraphics does not advertise a free trial. Interested users are encouraged to schedule a live demo with the sales team to explore the software's capabilities firsthand.
