When making garments, I prefer flat knitting over circular knitting, except for items such as Fair Isle yoke sweaters. A minimal amount of sewing is a must for many knitters. Not me – the finishing process is the part of knitting I enjoy. I like the look of neatly finished seams, and tailored items…
Tag: test swatch
My Latest Resource – The Why And How Of Test Swatching
All pattern instructions including those projects you design begin with the gauge, calculated from the test swatch. The gauge determines the size or finished measurements of any project. If you avoid test swatching, and hope that your project turns out, I want you to stop and read this short e-book. See how easy it is…
What is a Test Swatch?
I have written about how to make and measure a gauge or test swatch, but I feel I need to address what a “test” or gauge swatch really is, and its benefits. Any project you decide to make requires that you knit a test swatch before you start the project. A “test” swatch is analogous…
