Hand Knitter
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
An artisan who handcrafts knit products such as sweaters and mufflers using hand-knitting techniques.
Description
Hand knitters use hand techniques such as knitting with straight needles or crochet hooks to knit yarn into knit products like sweaters, mufflers, hats, etc. They select yarn suited to the material, manage stitches, and work based on patterns (knitting charts), requiring high quality and precision. Depending on proficiency, they also design and create patterns, engaging in small-batch, multi-variety custom production or handmade market products.
Future Outlook
While there is competition with machine knitting, demand for handmade markets and high-value knit products is increasing, so the value of artisans is expected to be maintained.
Personality Traits
Dexterous hands, good at fine work / Has attention to detail / Patient
Work Style
Career Path
Assistant Hand Knitter → Hand Knitter → Chief Hand Knitter → Designer/Product Development → Self-Employed (Handmade Artist)
Required Skills
Recommended Skills
Color Sense / Design Software (Basic Operation) / Fashion Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because mistakes in detailed work affect quality. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Because they devise original knitting patterns and designs. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it requires physical stamina for long hours of handwork. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Communication Skills | Because work is often completed individually. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Numerical calculations are mostly mechanical tasks, so high mathematical skills are not required. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because small-scale or individual work is common, with little teamwork. |
Aliases
- Hand Knit Artisan
- Hand Knitter
- Hand Knitting Artisan
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- Embroiderer
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- Machine Knitter
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