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The fundamentals every fabric decision rests on — what GSM and composition mean, how weaves and knits differ, and how to read the specs that describe any material.

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Fabric Basics How to Calculate GSM of Fabric: Formulas, Cutters, and Conversions
A step-by-step guide to calculating fabric GSM — the swatch-and-scale method, the GSM cutter standard, converting from oz/yd² and yarn count, and the mill formu...

How to Calculate GSM of Fabric: Formulas, Cutters, and Conversions

A step-by-step guide to calculating fabric GSM — the swatch-and-scale method, the GSM cutter standard, convert...

Jul 20, 2026
Fabric Basics Fabric Specs Explained: GSM, Composition, Weave and Knit
A plain-English guide to reading fabric specs — what GSM, composition, and construction actually tell you, how weaves differ from knits, and how to use the numb...

Fabric Specs Explained: GSM, Composition, Weave and Knit

A plain-English guide to reading fabric specs — what GSM, composition, and construction actually tell you, how...

Jul 06, 2026