Sweater

Norwegian knitting (strikking) has a history dating from the 16th century. What is the Norwegian knitting pattern called? The Lusekofte (lice jacket) or Setesdalsgnser (Setesdal sweater) is a design from the nineteenth century. It’s a traditional Norwegian pattern that is often worn by men and most commonly knitted in black and white, but more recent […]

Women should consider a black dress, nylons, and heels for a feminine look. Add a personal touch with patterned tights and a pop of color with colorful heels. For men, wear a suit, button down shirt, and tie along with socks that match your shoe color. Shave for Thanksgiving, and leave the scruff for Black […]

10 Worst Things to Wear on Thanksgiving Feathers. You’re supposed to eat the turkey, not be the turkey. Fringe. It’s all seems so glamorous, until those little dangly bits decide to take a bath in the gravy boat. Oversize Turtlenecks. Bandage Dresses. Statement Necklaces. Veils. Hard Clutch. Strappy Stilettos. What is the dress code for […]

Sadly, yes. All cashmere will pill no matter what you do – but low-quality cashmere may pill immediately if you rub a layer of it between your fingers. This happens due to the grade’s shorter, thicker fibers. Does expensive cashmere pill? Unfortunately pilling can occur on basically any cashmere sweater. Designer cashmere is not necessarily […]

Necklaces for Your Clothing Neckline V-Neck Tops – You should pair a V-neck top with a V-neck necklace. A rounded necklace looks mismatched if your neckline is plunging, so make sure the chain you wear mimics the cut of the top. Low-Cut or Strapless – Princess length necklaces are best for low-cut or strapless tops. […]

Accesorizing a Long Neck Tips With high necklines, such as a boat neck, wear a choker style necklace or one that sits at the collar bone. What should I wear for a long neck? The way to make a long neck appear shorter is to wear turtlenecks, crew necks, ruffled necklines. Any neckline that sits […]

green. In the traditional RYB color model, the complementary color pairs are red–green, yellow–purple, and blue–orange. What color is the complement of red? greenSince red and green are complementary colors, it’s only natural that they’d pair nicely in your home. What is the direct complementary of red? greenThe direct complement of red is green, therefore […]

Pair a v-neck sweater with charcoal wool dress pants. Let your sartorial credentials truly shine by complementing your getup with black leather oxford shoes. This seriously stylish off-duty ensemble is so simple: a v-neck sweater and white culottes. How do you wear an oversized V-neck sweater? For the most classic of the oversized sweater looks, […]

Chemicals in cashmere react to the ph of the alkaline cardboard and can destroy your garment. Storing garments in plastic bags can accumulate moisture as temperatures change and can dampen and damage your cashmere. Does cashmere get ruined easily? Fabric Softens Over Time Unlike other fabrics that are likely to get worn out or damaged […]

Shetland. Fair Isle (/ˈfɛər ˌaɪl/; Scots: Fair Isle; Old Norse: Friðarey; Scottish Gaelic: Fara) is an island in Shetland, in northern Scotland. It lies about halfway between mainland Shetland and Orkney. It is known for its bird observatory and a traditional style of knitting. Is Fair Isle inhabited? It lies 24 miles from the Shetland […]

Go for a classic pair of dress pants in a dark color like navy or black alongside a long-sleeved dress shirt. You don’t have to go too formal with your shirt for this type of party, but do make sure that it’s not too casual in either the color or print. What to wear to […]

All cashmere will eventually create pilling. Especially in the areas where there’s a lot of friction. The better the quality, the fewer the bobbles though. Debobble your cashmere with our Pilo Fabric Shaver, it will gently remove pilling and lint. How do you get fuzzies off cashmere? How do I remove pilling from my cashmere? […]

BEST OVERALL: Conair Battery Operated Fabric Defuzzer/Shaver. BEST BANG FOR THE BUCK: Evercare Fabric Shaver, Small. UPGRADE PICK: BEAUTURAL Sweater Fabric Shaver Home-Edition. BEST MANUAL: GLEENER Fabric Shaver & Lint Brush. BEST FOR PET HAIR: Pritech Fabric Shaver Rechargeable Lint Remover. Do fabric shavers work on sweaters? Fabric shavers can help make sweaters, couches and […]

Whether you choose manual or electric, a fabric shaver will de-pill your favorite sweaters, coat, and even towels, furniture, and blankets. With a fabric shaver’s many uses and features, you may wonder how you ever made it without one. Can you use fabric shaver on wool? Fabric shavers are also often used on bedding and […]

Build a versatile collection The half-zip sweater is a perfect cold-weather mid-layer, but it can work just as well in-between seasons too. On warmer days, layer it over a casual shirt. Then when the temperature drops, just throw on an overcoat for an easy smart casual look. Are half zips formal? Smart-Casual When worn with […]

With a Shirt and Tie If you want to go a little smarter, consider wearing the above look with a tie and a shirt. Pair it with some smart slacks, chinos, or even dark blue jeans. The tie means that shoes will work better than sneakers. If it’s cold out, consider wearing a blazer over […]

Smaller Needles This keeps the ribbing firm and makes it more elastic (for the most part there’s not a big difference in elasticity between the common forms of ribbing). Hiatt says “you can hardly use a needle too small” when knitting ribbing for a garment. Do you use smaller needles for ribbing? Yes, using smaller […]

Unwrinkling Via Iron The cloth acts as a protective barrier between the delicate fabric of the sweater and the heat of the iron. 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 […]

A pill, colloquially known as a bobble, fuzzball, or lint ball is a small ball of fibers that forms on a piece of cloth. What does it mean when fabric is pilling? Pilling happens when fibers in the material become loose and the friction caused by movement on the fibers, cause them to ball up. […]

The Gathered Pullover, like many stockinette sweaters, has a simple “rolled” hemline–you cast on at the bottom, and just start knitting in stockinette stitch. The stockinette causes the edge of the hem to gently roll upwards, providing an attractive, simple finish. What is the hem of a sweater called? Ribbed hem Probably the most popular […]