Who invented hoodies?

The modern hoodie was invented by Champion Knitting Mills in the early 1930s in the U.S. to protect workers from cold. The innovation combined comfort and function, later inspiring both sportswear and streetwear brands worldwide.

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Azknit provides oem/odm service for knitwear. Help to create your own brands knitwear series like sweater, hoodie, cardigan, dresses and tank tops. 

Azknit has been working with more than 30+ worldwide brands and finished more than 100 samples each months.

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Custom Knit Structure

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Intarsia

  • Precise color-block knitting without float yarns on the back

  • Often used for logos and signature brand designs

Embroidery

  • Adds decorative patterns, logos, or textures

  • Enhances brand identity and premium appearance

Jacquard

  • Complex multi-color patterns woven into fabric

  • Perfect for brand customization and seasonal collections

Custom Labeling Application

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End Folding

  • Left & Right End or Up & Down End

  • Different Size Available

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Miter Folding

  • Up or Down Application

  • Customized Length,Size,Graphics

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Straight Cut

  • Easy Application

  • Customzied Color, Size

Custom Tags

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Washing Tags

  • Custom Size,Contents & Application

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Price & Size Tags

  • Custom Material-Paper, PE , Fabric

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  • Custom Fabric, Rubber or Iron

Custom Packing

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  • Custom Size, Contents

PP Packing LOGO

  • Low MOQ with LOGO

Highend Box

  • Custom Gift Packing

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From sketch to sweater – AZ Knit brings ideas to life.