Seaming purl stitches comes in handy when you need to seam garter stitch or reverse stockinette stitch. In this post, we'll go through the anatomy of a purl stitch (so you understand why we seam purl stitches the way we do), and how to seam purl stitches together for a neat finish. How to Seam Purl Stitches Video Tutorial Before we begin seaming, let's take a look at the anatomy ... keep reading >>
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How to Mattress Stitch an Invisible Seam
If you're wondering how to mattress stitch your knit stitches together, then you've come to the right place. Mattress stitch isĀ an easy, intuitive way to seam up your work, leaving a nearly invisible seam. Start by laying two pieces of knitting side-by-side, with right sides facing up. Measure out a length of yarn that is at least three times the length of the desired seam. Thread ... keep reading >>
How to Seam with Kitchener Stitch
The Kitchener stitch is excellent for joining two pieces of knitting together. While not exactly a stitch pattern, it's a method for seaming that will create an invisible seam across stockinette stitch. It may seem kind of scary, but don't worry - I'll show you how it works step-by-step. Kitchener stitch works by seaming the live stitches together from two pieces of knitting. It's best if ... keep reading >>