Diverse weaving methods of quilted throw

1. Classification of blankets
Quilted throw can be divided into woven blankets and knitted blankets according to the weaving method. Among them, woven blankets are divided into ordinary wool weaving and pile weaving, and knitted blankets include warp knitting, tufting, needle stitching, etc. In addition, blankets can be divided into pure wool blankets, blended blankets and chemical fiber blankets according to raw materials, jacquard, plain, plaid, printing, etc. according to patterns, and shrinking and pulling blankets, shrinking and woolen blankets, etc. according to finishing processes.

2. Weaving methods of blankets
1. Woven blankets
Woven blankets are made by ordinary wool looms or pile looms. Ordinary wool woven blankets adopt a double-layer double-width method, and the yarn passes from front to back to form a uniform texture. Pile woven blankets use pile cutting technology to make the pile stand upright, feel soft and elastic, and are the representative of high-end blankets.

2. Knitted blankets
Knitted blankets include warp knitting, tufting and needle stitching. Warp knitted blankets form a two-dimensional pattern through the interlocking loops of yarn, and have good elasticity and warmth retention. Tufted blankets form dense pile loops on the base fabric through the tufting process, and the surface pile is flat and soft to the touch. Needle stitched blankets use needle punching technology to fix the fibers on the base fabric to form a dense pile surface.

3. Hand-woven blankets
Hand-woven blankets are a traditional craft that usually uses wool or other natural fiber materials. The weaver interweaves the yarns together through crochet or knitting needles to form unique textures and patterns. This method is suitable for making blankets with personalized designs.

4. Special processes
Some special processes such as cutting, embossing, and hot stamping are also used in the production of blankets to increase their beauty and decorativeness. For example, cut-flower blankets form patterns by cutting and stitching, while hot stamping blankets deform the fibers through high-temperature treatment to form unique textures.

3. Characteristics and Application of Blankets
1. Characteristics
Blankets have good elasticity and warmth retention, and are thick and durable. Blankets produced by different weaving methods have their own characteristics in appearance and feel:
Woven blankets: uniform texture, suitable for making double-layer or single-layer blankets.
Knitted blankets: soft and comfortable, suitable for making baby blankets or home decorations.
Hand-woven blankets: have unique artistic value and are suitable for personalized customization.
Tufted blankets: the surface is flat and soft to the touch, suitable for making high-end home furnishings.

2. Applications
Blankets are widely used in family life and industrial fields. As bedding, blankets provide warmth and comfort; as decorations, blankets can be used for tapestries or curtains. In addition, blankets with special processes can also be used to make electric blankets, flannel blankets, etc.

4. Diversified processes of blankets
1. Material selection
Blankets are made of a variety of raw materials, including wool, acrylic, rayon, blended fibers, etc. Wool is widely used for its warmth and softness, while chemical fibers are gradually becoming popular for their lightness and durability.

2. Pattern design
Blankets have rich and varied pattern designs, including geometric patterns, floral patterns, animal patterns, etc. Jacquard blankets achieve multi-color patterns through complex jacquard mechanisms, while tufted blankets form unique textures through pile loops.

3. Post-processing
Post-processing technologies such as cutting, shrinking, and dyeing have an important impact on the quality and performance of blankets. Cutting technology makes the pile stand upright, increasing the warmth and aesthetics of the blanket; shrinking technology shrinks the fibers through high-temperature treatment, improving the durability of the blanket.