This is achieved by working the seam into the rows directly below the bound off edges. Once the two pieces of fabric are seamed together the result is a strong seam that can support the weight of the sweater more easily. This provides a nice structure to your fabric that will make your ...
Confused by which size of a sweater pattern to make? To get the best fit you'll want to know what size you are, and how to read the sizing information provided in your pattern. What size are you? Just like in ready to wear clothing, there isn't really a consistent sizing system...
These pickups form the structure and foundation of the entire sweater. Because they are weight-bearing joins, the pickup method must be as strong as possible. My technique for picking up stitches most closely imitates a seam and ensures a tight join with no gaps. USE THIS PDF TO PRINT THE...
Definitely use the mattress stitch seam to sew up the sides and the sleeves of this cardigan.Whip stitch seams (here)can also work with sewing together knit pieces but when you’re seaming stockinette, the mattress stitch is the way to go. What Yarn Do I Use To Knit This Sweater? This ...
What to knit first? A scarf is the most common first project. A felted purse or lap-top sleeve is another great first project. If you've knit your scarf in feltable yarn (see below), you may even be able to stop half way, and seam it into a purse and felt it. A hat on circu...
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If you are one of those knitters who hates to seam after finishing your sweaters and work the whole thing piece-by-piece, today we bring you a step by step in which we show you how to knit using the top-down technique—seamlessly and all in one piece. As the name of this technique...
Once you've taken all the time needed to get gauge and knit all the pieces your sweater requires, take a little more time to sew your seams properly.Mattress stitchis essential for sewing side seams, while a horizontal seam works to join bound off stitches together, such as shoulder seams...
The Cardigan Sweater With Pockets This cardigan is knit in Irish moss stitch (double moss) and the pocket lining is also in this stitch pattern. This is a really simple knits and purls stitch pattern, which is easily worked, and in the pattern, it tells you which row you need to finish...
Insert needle through next row-end stitch on the first piece and draw yarn through. Continue to sew up the seam, working in a zig zag pattern for the length of the seam. Weave yarn through several stitches to anchor it, then cut tail. ...