Sweater

To play the C chord on guitar, place your first finger on the first fret of the B string, your second finger on the second fret of the D string, and your third finger on the third fret of the A string. Try to avoid plucking the low E string when you strum the chord. […]

For an edgy and casual getup, pair a hoodie with a belt — these two items work nicely together. Complement your ensemble with a pair of black leather lace-up flat boots to completely jazz up the ensemble. Wear a hoodie and a belt to be both stylish and comfy. When should you not wear a […]

Make the neckline smaller with elastic Add some elastic to the center front or along the whole length of the neckline to gather the neck opening. You can pull the elastic more or less when attaching it. This will result in a bigger or smaller gathering. Can you tailor a neckline? If you’re worried about […]

To do so, multiply the width of your garment in cm by the number of stitches in your swatch, and divide by 10 (the base of the gauge). The result will be the number of stitches you need to cast on to start to knitting the pattern adapted to your size. How do you reduce […]

Examine your pattern. Find the recommended yarn weight and needle size. Knit a swatch. Adjust your needle size. Pick another yarn weight. Adjust needle size and/or yarn weight and reknit the swatch. Figure your own number pattern based on your swatch. Figure any other necessary numbers using percentages. How do you resize a knitted sweater? […]

Altering the length: Cutting a sweater’s hem can shorten it to a more desirable length, whether it’s hand-knit or store-bought. Altering the neck: If you cut the neckline of a sweater, you can instantly change the style. For example, you can give a plain crew-neck sweater a V neck or boatneck. Can you hem a […]

First, design your new cuff/hem, including the ratio of old to new stitches. Unpick the underarm/side seam. Open a row in the desired position and pick up the stitches of the upper section. Knit the first rows, changing gauge if required. How do you fix a frayed jacket cuff? Using a matching thread and a […]

Low top sneakers are the simplest way to bring a touch of stylish casualness to this getup. Combining a crew-neck sweater and black chinos will cement your expertise in menswear styling even on dress-down days. Switch up your look by finishing with a pair of low top sneakers. Can you wear a sweater with sneakers? […]

Place the end of the sleeve inside the cuff piece, with all 3 of the cut edges meeting. The sleeve should be right-side out, and the cuff should be on the outside of the sleeve, like in the picture above. Line up the cuff seam with the seam on the sweatshirt sleeve. Can you repair […]

Instead of leather, try a fabric belt for a comfortable cinch. For simple impact, reach for a classic black belt in a wider size. A clear belt is a trendy, yet subtle subtle way to cinch your waist (and perfect with a printed blazer). Double up on the fun with a multi-pocket belt bag. Can […]

Here are the best options: Fold them and stack them on shelves in piles that are not too high, easy to see and so you can find them. Hang them on padded hangers (the kind your granny used to make, foam covered). Folded and stored in shallow drawers. Should you hang or fold a sweater […]

Hang: (Most) Dresses “Dresses, for the most part, should always be hung,” says Reynolds. “The exception would be heavy sweater dresses or heavy dresses of any kind. When these are hung, they can end up stretching. Should knitwear be hung? Well, as fate would have it, the general consensus is that sweaters are meant to […]

Avoid hanging thick, fitted clothing or tops with padded shoulders on plastic hangers (use sturdier wooden hangers instead). Lingerie, silk & delicate fabrics, items prone to snagging. Avoid heavy items, as they tend to fall off this type of hanger. What type of clothes can you hang? Hang: Flowy Fabrics Anything composed of flowy fabrics, […]

It is possible to make a hoodie smaller or larger by the process of tailoring. Other adjustments related to the drawstring and the hood can also be made by a professional tailor. How much does it cost to get a sweater tailored? The exact price depends on the item, the fix, and where you get […]

“Dresses, for the most part, should always be hung,” says Reynolds. “The exception would be heavy sweater dresses or heavy dresses of any kind. When these are hung, they can end up stretching. What clothes should be hung and what folded? Material: Delicate materials that are prone to wrinkling should be hung (silk, satin, lace); […]

You’ll need to cast on the following number of stitches for a: Small: 137. Medium: 147. Large: 157. How do you calculate number of stitches? Divide the number of stitches per 10 cm by 10 to get the number of stitches per cm. Then, multiply the number of stitches per cm by the number of […]

For a raglan to fit correctly, you would typically increase/decrease on each side of the body (and at the front and back) and on each side of the sleeve on every right-side row or every other round if working in the round. This gives you 8 increases (or decreases). How do you increase in a […]

It does so by circulating blood near the surface of the skin, by exhaling warm, humidified air, and by evaporating sweat. These processes function best when ambient temperature is around 70 degrees Fahrenheit, where we feel most comfortable, and they serve to maintain core body temperature around 98 degrees F. Why is 72 degrees Fahrenheit […]

Hand Loom: A sweater made on a single-operator loom, where the operator can adjust the stitching pattern between rows. The best hand loomed sweaters are said to compare well to hand knitted ones, although they’re not as tightly knit. Are hand knit sweaters better? Hand knitted sweaters are far more durable than the readymade ones. […]

Flax is a very simple seamless pullover knit from the top down. It’s unisex; perfect for men, women, boys and girls. Tin Can Knits also has a sock-weight version of their design: Flax Light. The modifications seen here were made using our (also wildly popular) Spud & Chloë Sweater. What is a yoked sweater? A […]