The diploma thesis shows the development of knitted baby blankets and knitted accessories for baby interior furnishings. Based on the results of a survey, knits with different patterns and yarn colors as well as a baby blanket in standard size were designed and manufactured. The blanket was designed for multifunctional use even after the baby has outgrown it. The jacquard pattern was developed with YXENDIS knitting CAD program, blanket simulations were made using Adobe Illustrator, and 3D simulations were done with Blender. Real knitted fabrics were produced on an industrial Shima Seiki SES 122 RT gauge 12E knitting machine from yarn residues with different raw material composition. The basic properties of yarns were tested: raw material composition, linear density, twist, breaking strength and elongation. The properties of knitted fabrics were tested: pilling resistance, air permeability and handle. The market potential of knitted products for baby's interior accessories was also analyzed, i.e. the possibility to buy organic blankets in Slovenia and to buy the most popular imported products for baby’s s interior made from organic materials.
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