About

We streamline the knitwear development process with no minimums, fast sampling, and regionally tailored production. Our end-to-end model connects designers directly with expert technicians, bridging the gap between concept and creation.

At MAEKNIT, we bring advanced knitting technology and expert support to help brands move from sketch to shelf in record time. Our team of knitwear designers, programmers, and technicians partner with you at every step, from first prototype to scalable production.

Reshoring With Intention

With laboratories in New York and London and a global production marketplace, we bring technical excellence back to the center of fashion.

We haven't just accelerated timelines — we've redesigned the entire system for maximum efficiency. Transparent, responsive, and built to match the rhythm of modern design. We collaborate with brands, retailers, and designers of any size to bring ideas to life, whether it's a single sample or a full collection. We manage the complexity behind the scenes, so you receive exactly what you envisioned — on time, at scale, without compromise.

Our Factories

The future of the factory

At MAEKNIT, we operate two state-of-the-art factories designed to turn your creative ideas into reality.

New York

Our 3,600-square-foot lab in Jamaica, Queens, is home to a skilled team of knitwear engineers and state-of-the-art equipment. We handle everything from prototyping to small-run production.

Machine List for NYC:
• STOLL: CMS 530 7.2
• STOLL: CMS 530 3.5.2
• STOLL: CMS 822 7.2
• SHIMA SEIKI: SWG 091 N2 18gg (Whole garment)
LINKERS: 18gg, 16gg, 14gg, 12gg, 10gg, 7gg, 5gg

London

Our London lab, located in the vibrant Harringay Warehouse District, is part of the Fashion Enter network. This collaborative space is dedicated to providing fast, flexible knitwear development where creativity meets industrial-grade production.

Machine List for London:
• SHIMA SEIKI: 122FF 5gg
• SHIMA SEIKI: SWG091N2 10gg
• SHIMA SEIKI: NSSR112V 7gg
• SHIMA SEIKI: NSSSR112V 12gg
LINKERS: 14gg, 12gg, 10gg, 7gg, 5gg