Part 4 of hand sewing for hand knitters: THE BACK STITCH

We’re at part 4 of the TECHknitting series on handsewing for handknitters. So far, we’ve gone over two ways to start your thread, and one way (not to) sew it. Now we come to a very useful stitch –the BACK STITCH. …

How it starts

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This is how it starts…

QUICKtip: softening itchy wool

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Many thanks to the readers who sent condolences by e-mail. The recent death in the family was of an elderly relative who had been demented for many years. Death itself, of course is sad, but perhaps even sadder was…

Polar fleece: an excellent fabric to combine with hand knits

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If you’re a hand-knitter who’s never used Polar Fleece, you have a wonderful surprise waiting for you! Although it is not without drawbacks, Polar fleece is EXCELLENT when used in small amounts for lining hand knits.…

Part 4 of hand sewing for hand knitters: THE BACK STITCH

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How to line a hat, headband style, with Polar fleece

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includes 13 illustrationsclick any illustration to enlargeLining a hat with Polar fleece is a splendid idea for several reasons. First, if the hat is too large, you get a second chance to make it fit–you can ease the…

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