Cable Knit Fabric Wholesale
Cable knit fabric wholesale from Fursone — a Wenzhou mill with 30+ years and 300+ looms. Heavy-gauge 3D cable and Aran knits, 350–700 GSM, 148–150 cm wide, in wool/acrylic/cotton blends, shrinkage ≤±3%. In-stock from 100 m (72h dispatch); custom cable patterns from 1,000 m/color.
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Engineered for Deep Winter Fashion
Authentic heavy-gauge cable patterns (350–700 GSM, knit on 3G/5G/7G machines) engineered for modern fashion — the ‘fisherman’ look with industrial stability and shrinkage held to ≤±3%.
Traditional Aran Cables
Thick, deeply embossed cable patterns inspired by heritage knitwear. Delivers a pronounced 3D effect that retains its structure wash after wash.
Classic: Braided Mixed Pattern Cables
Contemporary designs combining cables with diamonds, honeycomb, and pointelle stitches. Ideal for brands looking for a modernized heritage aesthetic.
Modern: Mixed Motif
Micro Cable Knits
Finer, smaller-scale cable patterns suitable for childrenswear, lightweight layers, and accessories. Offers the cable look with less bulk.
Subtle: Mini CableThe Cable Knit Experts
Sourcing cable knit fabric wholesale from a direct Wenzhou mill (30+ years, 300+ looms) cuts landed cost and lead time versus European couture mills such as Linton Tweeds — the data is below.
True 3D Relief
Unlike flat printed or weakly embossed fabrics, our cable knits use true structural crossovers — cable knitting crosses groups of stitches over one another to build the deep, authentic shadows of hand-knitted Aran cables.
Shape Retention
Cable knits are prone to stretching. We add elastane and set specific knitting tensions for full recovery, with shrinkage held to ≤±3% (ISO 6330) and pilling tested to Grade 3–4 (ISO 12945-2).
Optimized Pattern Repeat
Vertical and horizontal repeats are optimized for minimal cutting waste, and our R&D team can program a custom cable from your photo or sketch in 7–10 days (bulk 25–35 days, rush 15–20).
Is factory-direct cable knit cheaper than European mills?
Yes. Direct Wenzhou sourcing typically lands at ~1/5–1/3 of Linton’s price with 60%+ shorter lead times:
| Factor | Fursone (Wenzhou) | European couture mills |
|---|---|---|
| In-stock MOQ | 100 m · 72h dispatch | Rarely offered |
| Custom MOQ | 1,000 m/color | Higher · couture-only |
| Price level | ~1/5–1/3 of Linton | Couture premium |
| Bulk lead time | 25–35 days (rush 15–20) | Weeks longer |
| Sampling | 7–10 days | Several weeks |
| Re-order consistency | 95%+ | Varies |
| Pantone match | 98% accuracy | — |
Quick Order Guide
- In-Stock MOQ100 meters
- Custom Colorway MOQ1,000 meters
- Exclusive Blend MOQ1,000 meters
- Bulk Lead Time25-35 days
- In-Stock Dispatch72 hours
- Shipping TermsFOB / CIF / DDP
- Sample ServiceFree A4 swatches
- Sample Lead Time7-10 days
- Pantone Match98% accuracy
- Re-order Consistency95%+
- Shrinkage≤ ±3% (ISO 6330)
Three Ways to Source Fabric
In-Stock Purchase
Patterns ready to ship. 72-hour dispatch from Wenzhou. Full TDS included.
Custom Colorway
Pantone-match any stock pattern to your brand colors. Lab dips provided.
Exclusive Development
New weight, blend, or finish — developed exclusively for your brand.
Technical Details
What is heritage cable knit fabric?
Heritage cable knit fabric is a heavy-gauge knit with a three-dimensional braided or Aran structure — groups of stitches cross over one another to create deep, hand-knit-style relief. Fursone produces it at 350–700 GSM, 148–150 cm wide, in wool/acrylic/cotton blends.
Most factories only handle fine gauge; we specialize in 3G/5G/7G heavy-gauge knitting that delivers the chunky hand-knit look on industrial machines, with shrinkage held to ≤±3% (ISO 6330).
Send us a photo or sketch and our R&D team programs your custom cable in 7–10 days; every roll passes 4-stage QC with TDS, DDP to USA/Europe/Asia. Explore our sweater knit and performance knit ranges too.
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Your Sourcing Questions Answered
What is heritage cable knit fabric?
Heritage cable knit fabric is a heavy-gauge knit with a 3D braided or Aran structure, where stitches cross over one another to create deep, hand-knit-style relief. Fursone knits it on 3G/5G/7G machines at 350–700 GSM, 148–150 cm wide, in wool/acrylic/cotton blends, with shrinkage held to ≤±3% (ISO 6330).
Is cable knit fabric warm?
Yes. Cable knit fabric is warm — its thick, lofty structure and trapped air pockets give high insulation, which is why it is a staple for deep-winter sweaters and outerwear. Fursone’s cable knits run 350–700 GSM (heavier means warmer), in wool-rich blends, with pilling tested to Grade 3–4 (ISO 12945-2).
What is cable knit fabric used for?
Cable knit fabric is used for chunky sweaters, cardigans, oversized pullovers, knitted coats, ponchos and winter accessories such as scarves, beanies and throws. Fursone supplies it by the roll for cut-and-sew (100 m in-stock, 72h dispatch) and programs custom cable patterns from 1,000 m/color.
What is the MOQ and lead time for cable knit fabric wholesale?
In-stock cable knit ships from a 100 m MOQ with 72-hour dispatch (85% of stock orders leave within 72h). Custom cable patterns start at 1,000 m/color: our R&D team programs your design in 7–10 days, bulk runs 25–35 days (rush 15–20), with 95%+ re-order consistency.
