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| Decision field | Open accessKnitting Stitch LibraryGlobalRemove | Open accessYarnSubGlobalRemove | Quote-basedMaterial ExchangeGlobalRemove |
|---|---|---|---|
| Decision fit | |||
| Primary job | Learn techniques | Choose materials | Choose materials |
| Area | Techniques & repair | Yarn | Materials |
| Best for | Learning or comparing knit structures | Replacing a discontinued or unavailable yarn | Structured material sourcing across teams |
| Know before using | A foundational library, not yet an exhaustive stitch encyclopedia. | A suggested match is a data-based shortlist, not proof that the yarn suits the pattern or maker. Yarn records can be incomplete or wrong, prices and availability vary by market, and the site uses affiliate links. Confirm the required gauge, total length, fibre behavior, construction, care, color, dye lot, accessibility, and seller terms, then make and assess a representative swatch before committing. | Supplier content, uploaded certificates, and AI suggestions are leads, not independent verification. Public brand pricing and full access are not stated on the main page. Verify material identity and performance, certificate issuer and validity, supplier capability, samples, price, availability, commercial terms, data permissions, and any AI output before a sourcing decision. |
| Practical access | |||
| For | Makers | Makers | Apparel brands |
| Location or jurisdiction | Global | Global | Global |
| Access | Open access | Open access | Quote-based |
| Format | Stitch Authority | Reference | Software |
| Source type | Stitch Authority | First-party platform | First-party platform |
| Source and review | |||
| What the source establishes | The linked tool or guide is maintained inside Stitch Authority and was checked against its current public interface. | YarnSub's official FAQ says its matching software compares gauge, texture, yarn weight and density, fibre content, and fibre qualities such as drape and softness. Discontinued yarns remain searchable as starting points but are excluded from suggested replacements, and each yarn page provides a route to report source-data problems. | Material Exchange's current terms describe a business-to-business sourcing hub that connects brands and suppliers for AI-assisted material discovery, sample requests, bulk inquiries, negotiation, and collaboration. Suppliers upload product descriptions, availability, pricing, and certificates. The terms state that the platform cannot verify certificate accuracy and that AI results may be imperfect. |
| Linked page reviewed | Jul 15, 2026 | Jul 21, 2026 | Jul 21, 2026 |
| Next review due | Jul 15, 2027 | Jan 17, 2027 | Jan 17, 2027 |
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