Topic: Shaping

Full fashioned decreases leave a smooth edge on your knitted pieces, making seaming easier. Shown are 2 methods you will use. 2
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Ready for a challenge? Knitting a shaped crown requires you transfer a lot of stitches. But you only do the transfers for 2” and a garter bar makes the process
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Unless you only want to knit blankets or scarves, increasing and decreasing is top on your list of skills to master. This tutorial covers the basics plus
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Explore how to work left and right leaning double decreases on the machine.

Full Fashion Double and Triple Decreases are a great way to add a designer touch to a shaped piece. Often used for the European Shoulder shaping. This technique
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You don't have to increase and decrease at the edges of your knitting. Watch as we shape a bust dart in the middle of a sideways knit

Round Neck shaping with shaped shoulders can be tricky. A shallow round neck (back neckline) is only worked over about 1" of rows, but it's worked in 3
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When shaping the cap of a set in sleeve, this one trick will create a smoother shape, making it easier to set in the sleeve to the armhole

There are many methods for creating shaped knitted pieces. To reduce the number of stitches in work (an armhole, for example) knitters use binding off,
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There are many methods for creating shaped knitted pieces. Here's a neat, easy and FAST method.NOTE: The embedded links in the video do not
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Does the thought of shaping a round neckline make you cringe? For Newbie knitters and experienced machine knitter alike, Shaping a round neckline for
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In traditional dressmaking, you use darts to shape the fabric to fit the curves of the body. Knits naturally cling to curves, but there are times
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Want beautiful round necklines? Try shaping with short rows. Instead of binding off and decreasing stitches, use this technique for smooth, professional
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The idea of knitting a set in sleeve from the top down is appealing. Many knitters don't like to set in sleeves. It's possible to re-hang the armhole edge
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Have you ever shaped a neckline and found a row of damaged stitches where you held one side? Prevent damage to your knitting when holding stitches.

2 methods for adding 2 stitch increases along the edge of your knitting. Our Asymmetric Swirl
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Keep it Simple, Silly! Sometimes knitters make things harder than they need to be.

Here are 2 fast and easy ways to increase stitches.

Often called make 1 (M1) or knit in the front and back (kfb) this is a commonly used increase for hand knitters. Learn how it's done on the machine and also
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Knitting diagonally opens a world of design possibilities. Here are 5 considerations for using this technique for scarves, shawls and blankets.
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Have you ever been knitting along and realize that the row counter isn't counting? Consider shifting your knitting on the needlebed to prevent
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"Remove 24 stitches on waste yarn ..." Why is it that EVERY time you remove stitches on waste yarn, stitches drop?This one little tip will save you
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Using short rows to increase or decrease stitches for curved edges or tapers.

Short rows are used in knitting in many ways. It is a technique to shape knitted pieces without casting on or binding off. To avoid holes where the
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Working shortrow shaping when using a lace carriage requires a different technique than pulling the needles out to holding position. This tutorial walks
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Automatic shaping is a method of partial knitting (short rows) that many knitters prefer. Watch as we prevent short row holes "automatically".
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Short Row Shaping (Partial Knitting) is used in so many ways in machine knitting. If you aren't familiar with this technique, here's a quick
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As we age, our bodies change. The shoulders and head tilt forward. Our favorite sweaters and blouses seem to creep up in the back. The issue is that
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Quickly knit doubled Flaps for Ear Flap hats. These are an option in our Dynamic, Perfect FitEar Flap
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Sideways knit sweaters can be boxy looking. Adding waist shaping can show off your curves.

Here's a fun, textured scarf that is sure to impress! Watch as we detail the partial knitting (short rows) that form the pyramids.Not only is this a fun
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Working short rows while knitting in pattern shouldn't be intimidating. Watch as we short row increase and decrease while knitting in tuck

Here's the one secret to successfully doing short row shaping while working in Knit Weave. Prevent holes AND secure the weaving yarn for a beautiful finish
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Using short rows can be a good way to knit a nice, smooth neck edge. Here is an exercise for knitting one side of a cardigan.

Use short rows to shape neckline and shoulders at the same time for a beautiful finish