Sweater

Remember unlike a lighter weight knit, a sweater knit may fray or run. You want your sewing machine needle to enter each knit stitch at least one time to prevent any future runs from happening, so keep the width relatively wide and the length medium to small. Can I sew knits with a regular sewing […]

We recommend to hand wash or professionally dry clean all of your cashmere sweaters, due to the fine nature of the fibre. Turn your garments inside out and hand wash using warm water (no more than 40 degrees) and a delicate detergent. Are cashmere sweaters hard to care for? Because it’s a delicate yarn, many […]

Needle felting is the process of binding wool roving to another material or surface using a sharp felting needle. With this process, you can add any design to your favorite sweaters. Can you needle felt a sweater? By the way, the best place to find sweaters to stab is the thrift store! The sweaters DO […]

You can also felt sweaters by hand: Fill up a basin with hot water and a little liquid soap. Add the sweater to the water. Scrub and agitate the sweater until it shrinks. Make sure you rinse all the detergent out. Can you felt wool by hand? Felting your knit or crochet project is a […]

To turn your sweater into a sweater vest, you simply need to lay down the sweater on a flat surface and make sure it’s flattened evenly. Next, you’ll want to cut the sleeves off of the sweater. Don’t worry if you cut them off evenly, but make sure you get them as close to the […]

Technically speaking, it is most accurate to say that you fulled your sweater, even though it is common to say you felted your sweater. Felting means that you create felt from raw wool fibers such as wool roving. Fulling means that you create felt out of something knitted or woven, such as a sweater. How […]

Yes, you can cut and sew, but be very careful. If you sew it use a stretch stitch and go carefully. Overlock the raw edge when you cut it as soon as possible. Can you use a sewing machine on cashmere? Cashmere fabrics require techniques similar to handling other animal fiber textiles for best results. […]

Cashmere is a soft wool fabric woven from the hair of the Cashmere, or Kashmir goat. Cashmere fibers are extremely soft and silky to the touch and weigh practically nothing. Is cashmere a knit? Cashmere is a luxurious knitting fiber that can feel decadent to knit with. But, before you purchase that expensive cashmere yarn, […]

Put your chunky knit on over your collared shirt and pull the collar over the neckline of your sweater. If you’re wearing a mock-neck knit, try leaving the collar of your shirt popped up. This outfit can be made more casual with some light-washed jeans or made it slightly fancier with trousers. What do you […]

There are two basic ways to repair or mend fabric holes for most household applications. You can use an iron-on patch designed for polyester fabric repair or you can overlay a polyester patch to the back of your fabric and machine stitch the two fabrics together. Both types of repair will extend the life of […]

Using your sewing machine, sew a line of short stitches around this area. These stitches will prevent the sweater from unraveling. How do I stop my knitting from unraveling? Sew two lines with a sewing machine on each side of the marked cutting line. Make sure the lines are roughly 1/2 inch apart. The stitched […]

Pair an oversized sweater with a black pencil skirt for a standout ensemble. Add black suede ankle boots to the mix to easily ramp up the oomph factor of any outfit. Marrying an oversized sweater with a black pencil skirt is an on-point idea for a casual but seriously chic ensemble. Can you wear a […]

If you’re sweater is acrylic, use only a dry cloth. Turn the iron to the proper setting for your fabric. Use steam or medium heat for wool and cashmere, and use the cool setting for acrylic. Press the iron gently onto the fabric. Can acrylic be ironed? Acrylic is vulnerable to melting and should never […]

Lay the item flat in its natural shape on a drying rack or hang to dry. Do not put it in the dryer! To remove wrinkles, we recommend steaming for the best and safest finish. Acrylic is vulnerable to melting and should never contact a hot iron! Can you steam acrylic? Typically, acrylic yarn can […]

Should I block acrylic yarn? As a general rule, acrylic projects that need to be a certain shape or measurement should be blocked. Blocking can show stitch definition and lace patterns more clearly, even out fabric, and uncurl the edges. Does blocking work for acrylic? Typically, you block acrylic pieces because you need to shape […]

Steaming is also a great way to freshen up your wool handknits between seasonal washing. The warmth and moisture of the steam relaxes the fabric of your piece, flattening wrinkles and smoothing creases from folding. How do you steam knit garments? The steaming method involves slightly dampening a clean sheet or another piece of fabric […]

Deciding on measurements Bust circumference (measured under the armholes over the biggest point of your breasts) Bust height (from shoulder to nipple, this is very useful if you want to make a fitted model, since you know where the biggest part of the bust is) Waist circumference (if you plan on making a fitted sweater) […]

You can pair oversized sweaters with different leg-length leggings or a pair of fabulous shoes. Crop top sweaters can be paired with high-waisted leggings. You can try layering your outfit by adding a hoodie, jacket, boots, or scarf. Plain color pairings work well. What looks good with oversized sweater? Dress slacks, tuxedo pants, and tailored […]

two to five wears. The general rule of thumb is to clean a sweater after two to five wears, unless it’s soiled. The more durable the sweater’s fiber (such as wool and synthetics), the less frequently it needs to be cleaned. How often should I wash a sweater? every 2-5 wearsHow Often Should You Wash […]

A Layer Over the Sweater Depending on the fit, material, and thickness of a sweater, there are many ways to layer it underneath other articles of clothing. Things like light spring or fall jackets look great over a cashmere sweater when you need some extra warmth on a crisp day. Can you layer two sweaters? […]