DG Knitting Updates: Fabric Spotlights, Factory News and Knitted Fabric Insights
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DG Knitting is a knitted fabric manufacturer in Surat, Gujarat, running circular, warp and flat knitting since 2017. We feature fabrics from our catalogue on Instagram, post factory and explainer videos on YouTube, B2B updates on LinkedIn, and short notes on fabric sourcing problems on X and Threads. This page collects the latest of those posts in one place as written summaries, newest first, each linked to the original.
Our channels and what each one is for
Each channel has one job, so you can follow only the ones that matter to you. If you buy fabric, follow Instagram for fabric close-ups and specs. If you are learning how knitted fabric is made, follow YouTube. For the day-to-day of sourcing knitted fabric in India, follow X or Threads.
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Instagram
@dgknitting_fabrics
Fabrics and factory. We feature one fabric from our catalogue at a time, with GSM, width, composition, structure, suitable garments and the full shade range. Reels show the mill floor, fabric texture and handfeel.
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YouTube
@dgknitting.fabrics
Learn how knitting works. Longer videos that explain how knitted fabric is made, from yarn to roll, and what changes a fabric's GSM, stretch and finish. Hindi and English.
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LinkedIn
linkedin.com/company/dg-knitting
For buyers and sourcing teams. Fabric spotlights, quality and consistency notes, and company news for garment manufacturers, brands and export houses.
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X
@DgKnitting
Industry pain points. Short posts on what goes wrong in knitted fabric sourcing, such as GSM drift, shade variation and sample-vs-bulk gaps, plus knitting industry and DG Knitting news.
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Threads
@dgknitting_fabrics
Conversations with the trade. The same industry topics as X, written to start a discussion. For example, we ask garment makers which fabric quality they will not compromise on.
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Facebook
DG Knitting | Surat
Reels and factory updates. Our Instagram reels and fabric posts, plus opening hours, location and contact details for the Surat office.
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Latest updates
Newest first. When the same post went out on several channels, it appears once here, with a link to each channel.
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How knitted fabric is made, filmed at our factory
A 4-minute factory video in Hindi (सीधा फैक्ट्री से, "straight from the factory") on how knitted fabric is made at our Surat mill. For scale: we run 100+ knitting machines, produce about 350 tonnes of knitted fabric a month, and test GSM, shrinkage, colour fastness and pilling in our own quality lab.
Why it matters: buyers often source knitted fabric through traders and never see where it is made. Seeing the machines and the inspection steps tells you who controls quality on your order.
Watch on: YouTube
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From a cone of yarn to an identified roll
A cone of yarn becomes loops. Loops become fabric. Each roll is then weighed, inspected and identified before moving ahead.
A circular knitting machine draws yarn from dozens of cones at once and interlocks it into loops, building a continuous tube of fabric. Once a roll comes off the machine we weigh it, so GSM and roll weight can be checked against the order. We inspect it for holes, drop-stitches and lines, and identify it, so every roll can be traced back if a question comes up later in cutting or stitching.
We asked garment teams: what is the one fabric quality you won't compromise on? You can answer on Threads or X.
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A good swatch wins approval. Consistency wins the reorder.
A good swatch can win the first approval. But what builds trust is what happens after bulk production starts.
The sample stage is rarely where problems start. They start in bulk, when roll 40 doesn't match roll 1. Three things decide whether a buyer can plan production around a mill:
- Stable GSM. If the weight drifts, garment weight, fit and costing all drift with it.
- Consistent shade. Shade variation between lots shows up as panel mismatch once pieces are cut and sewn.
- Reliable roll-to-roll performance. Shrinkage, stretch and handfeel must match the approved swatch on every roll, not only the first.
Takeaway: when you evaluate a new supplier, ask how they hold GSM and shade across lots, not only to see a swatch. Our checks are listed on the quality page.
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Behind every fabric is a process
A one-minute reel inside our Surat mill, following fabric from yarn to finished roll. The stages it shows:
- Yarn: the selected yarn is loaded onto the knitting machine.
- Knitting: circular machines turn the yarn into greige (unfinished) knitted fabric.
- Fabric processing: dyeing and finishing give the fabric its shade, handfeel and stability.
- Quality inspection: each roll is checked for GSM, defects and shade before it moves on.
- Finishing: rolls are packed and labelled for dispatch.
Every stage is explained in more detail on our manufacturing process page.
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The right fabric. A team you can trust.
Meet the people who help garment businesses choose fabric. Most buyers come to us knowing the garment rather than the spec, for example "a polo for summer" or "an oversized tee that holds its shape." Our team turns that into the right GSM, structure and composition, then sends physical swatches to confirm it.
Not sure what to ask for? Start with the GSM guide by garment type, or tell us the garment and we will shortlist articles.
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Good fabric speaks for itself
A close-up reel of our cotton-touch knits in motion: drape, surface and recovery. These fabrics are polyester-based but finished to look and feel like cotton, which the trade calls fake cotton. They keep polyester's shade consistency and low shrinkage while giving a soft, matte, cotton-like handfeel.
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Introducing DG Knitting
Our first introduction reel. We have been knitting since 2017 and started sharing our work publicly this year. In short:
- What we knit: circular knit, warp knit and flat knit, all in-house.
- What we're known for: cotton-touch polyester fabrics, textured circular knits and warp-knit qualities.
- Who we supply: garment manufacturers, fabric wholesalers, clothing brands and export houses.
- Garments it goes into: T-shirts, polos, sportswear and uniforms.
- Where: Surat, Gujarat, supplying across India.
Fabric sourcing: then vs now
On 19 September we posted a carousel comparing old and new ways of buying knitted fabric. Each slide set an old habit of the trade against a better way to do it. These are the four sourcing problems we hear about most often from garment makers:
| Stage | Then | Now | Why it matters |
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| Swatch | Wait about 10 days for a swatch | A 10-minute WhatsApp video of the fabric | Shortlisting moves days faster |
| Checking quality | Judge by hand | GSM and shrinkage tested in the lab | Numbers can be written into the order and checked on delivery |
| Choosing | Shown 30 rolls | Offered the 3 options that fit the garment | Less sampling cost, faster decisions |
| During production | Chase the supplier for status | An update at every stage | Cutting and stitching can be planned to the day |
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Fabrics featured on Instagram, August–September 2026
Between 19 August and 10 September 2026 we featured six circular knit qualities from our existing cotton-touch series on Instagram, one post per fabric, each with its full specification and shade range. These are regular catalogue articles, not new launches. All are knitted at 60 inch width from polyester-based cotton-touch yarn. The complete range, with swatch cards and end-use photos, is in the fabric catalogue.
| Article | GSM | Structure | Best for |
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| DG CIR 0007 | 140 | Fine mesh, micro-perforated | Activewear, summer tops, polos |
| DG CIR 0006 | 240–250 | Fine vertical rib | Fitted tops, co-ords, travelwear |
| DG CIR 0005 | 290–300 | Thermal grid / micro-waffle | Sweatshirts, hoodies, winterwear |
| DG CIR 0004 | 240 | Mini grid, micro-textured | Polos, co-ords, polished casualwear |
| DG CIR 0003 | 160–170 | Compact CCD, fine polo texture | Polos, summer tees, uniforms |
| DG CIR 0002 | 240 | Fine rib | Rib tops, clean fitted silhouettes |
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DG COT CCD NEW
DG CIR 0007 · 140 GSM · featured
A light, airy mesh with a fine micro-perforated surface and a soft, cotton-like feel. It breathes well, so it suits lightweight garments: activewear, casual tops, polos, loungewear, kidswear and travelwear.
Shades: deep navy, teal blue, burgundy wine, olive green, charcoal grey, dusty mauve.
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DG COT Boomer
DG CIR 0006 · 240–250 GSM · featured
A fine vertical rib with a smooth, compact cotton-like feel, a medium structured fall and flexible body. Good for fitted tops, shirts and tunics, co-ord sets, polos, sweatshirts and travel garments.
Shades: charcoal grey, deep navy, olive green, mocha brown, burgundy wine, dusty teal.
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DG COT Thermal Grid
DG CIR 0005 · 290–300 GSM · featured
A heavy micro-waffle with a raised thermal-grid surface and a soft, dry, warm handfeel. Its weight and body suit winterwear: sweatshirts, hoodies, joggers, co-ord sets and light outerwear.
Shades: oatmeal beige, mocha brown, charcoal grey, deep navy, forest green, rust brown, olive green.
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DG COT Mini Grid
DG CIR 0004 · 240 GSM · featured
A fine mini-grid texture (not a waffle) with a smooth, cotton-like feel and a medium structured fall. It suits polished casualwear: polos, co-ord sets, shirts and tunics, and sweatshirts.
Shades: peach blush, sage green, dusty blue, mocha brown, charcoal grey, deep navy.
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DG COT CCD
DG CIR 0003 · 160–170 GSM · featured
A compact CCD construction with a fine polo-like texture and a soft, dry, cotton-touch feel. Light and breathable, it suits polos, summer tops, travel T-shirts, kidswear, dailywear and uniforms.
Shades: stone beige, warm cream, dusty sage, deep navy, charcoal grey, forest teal, cocoa brown, powder blue, muted mauve, slate grey.
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DG COT Soft Rib
DG CIR 0002 · 240 GSM · featured
A fine rib with a soft, compact, cotton-like feel, reliable stretch and recovery, and a medium structured drape. Made for rib tops and clean, close-fitting garment silhouettes.
Shades: jet black, deep navy, burgundy wine, warm sand beige, dusty mauve, sage green.
Questions about our updates
What are DG Knitting's official social media accounts?
Instagram @dgknitting_fabrics, YouTube @dgknitting.fabrics, LinkedIn, Facebook, X @DgKnitting and Threads @dgknitting_fabrics. Any other account using the DG Knitting name is not run by our Surat mill.
Where do you share fabric details on social media?
On Instagram we feature one fabric from our catalogue at a time, with GSM, width, composition, structure, suitable garments and the shade range, and share the same posts on LinkedIn and Facebook. The complete, current range is always in the fabric catalogue.
Which channel is best for learning about knitted fabric?
YouTube carries our longer factory and explainer videos on how knitted fabric is made. Threads and X carry short notes on sourcing problems such as GSM consistency, shade matching, and bulk quality that doesn't match the sample.
How do I order a fabric I saw in one of your posts?
Quote the article code from the post, for example DG CIR 0005, by phone or WhatsApp on +91 91738 06837, by email to sales@dg-knitting.com, or through the sample request form. Physical swatches usually leave within one working day. The standard minimum order is 500 kg per article and colour.
How often is this page updated?
As new posts go out on our channels, newest first. Each entry is a written summary with a link to the original post.
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