3 Ways to Weave in Loose Ends | Photo Tutorial June 13, 2017 I have yet to meet a knitter that enjoys weaving in the loose ends. But after spending hours, days or even months creating a knit piece, neatly tucking in those yarn tails is necessary to give your work that finished look. Although some people may strongly disagree with what I& Knitter's Notebook
Same shawl, different blocking. Stretch, Shape and Sculpt August 02, 2023 With a title like that, you may think this article is going to be about exercise rather than knitting and fiber arts, but you would be wrong. Instead the flexibility of our bodies, let's look at blocking and the flexibility of wool, especially as it pertains to hand Knitter's Notebook
Measuring Up: How our stitches and fabric measure up. Summer School 2021 | Week 03 June 17, 2021 Measuring Up: How our stitches and fabric measure up. Gauge and Swatching
Textiles magically transform into something new as soon as they hit the water and dry. The Magic of Blocking September 14, 2022 When you're creating fabric, whether you're weaving, crocheting or knitting, your project really isn't finished until it's wet finished, or blocked. Textiles magically transform into something new as soon as they hit the water and dry. How much they change depends on Knitter's Notebook
Why are pattern gauge and dimensions given for blocked fabric? April 19, 2024 I received an interesting message after my video about The Importance of Swatching Your Knits. ❔I never knew pattern gauge was the gauge after blocking. That’s confusing. Why don't patterns have two gauges, one during knitting and one after blocking? -Tammi H. Before I answer, let me Knitter's Notebook
