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Hand Knitting (Crocheting and Weaving) Worker create fabrics and other textile products by manually interlocking yarn or thread using techniques such as knitting, crocheting, or operating handlooms. They produce a range of handmade items including garments, accessories, home textiles, and decorative pieces, ensuring consistent quality and attention to detail. The occupation also includes instructing and guiding others in these techniques to support traditional, small-scale, and craft-based textile production.
Tasks
Thread and operate hand looms and other weaving equipment, and perform basic maintenance.
Read and interpret patterns and instructions for knitting, crocheting, and weaving projects.
Select appropriate yarns, threads, needles, and crochet hooks for each project.
Execute hand knitting, crocheting, and weaving techniques to produce textile items.
Inspect products and carry out minor repairs to ensure quality and durability.
Produce textile products such as garments, accessories, and decorative items according to specifications.
Maintain tools, materials, and work area in good condition for safe and efficient operations.
Collaborate with supervisors or designers to meet design specifications.
Skills
Basic
Attention to detail and sustained concentration to follow patterns and instructions accurately.
Creativity to design unique knitted, crocheted, or woven products.
Effective communication, teaching, and problem-solving skills for guiding and supporting others.
Manual dexterity and good hand-eye coordination for precise knitting, crocheting, and weaving.
Patience for completing intricate and time-consuming tasks.
Specific
Ability to operate and perform basic maintenance on hand looms and related tools.
Ability to read and interpret knitting, crochet, and weaving patterns.
Competency in finishing, joining, and basic sewing of textile items.
Knowledge of basic textile structure and material behaviour for quality consistency.
Knowledge of safe workshop practices and proper tool handling.
Knowledge of yarn, thread, and fabric types, including their properties and appropriate selection.
Proficiency in hand knitting, crocheting, and weaving techniques.
Skill in detecting and carrying out minor repairs on knitted, crocheted, or woven products.
Additional Info
QUALIFICATION
Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) or Equivalent
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