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Neckband perfection
After shaping necklines, adding neckbands is probably the most challenging part of machine knitting sweaters.
Let's dive into some tips for neckband perfection:
- How many stitches to pick up
- 1 piece of 2 pieces
- Getting the band to lie flat
- Finishing options
- Think outside the box
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WOW! This show was like putting 10 pounds of yarn in a 5 pound bag!
Here are a few of the tutorials in the Learning Library that we mentioned. Please search for "neckbands" to see even more!
Calculating Armhole Bands Band Perfection - Band First or Garment edge First?
Master Neckline Shaping
00:03:40 - Show Outline
00:04:31 - How Many Stitches to Pick Up?
00:05:47 - Measure and calculate stitches
00:09:56 - Hold the work up to the machine
00:16:35 - Single Layer Band
00:23:20 - Free Pattern
00:27:30 - Doubled Bands
00:39:00 - 2 Piece Band
00:45:45 - Practice, Practice, Practice!
Here are a few of the tutorials in the Learning Library that we mentioned. Please search for "neckbands" to see even more!
Links Mentioned in the Show
Reversible BandCalculating Armhole Bands Band Perfection - Band First or Garment edge First?
Subscriber Series
Garment BandsCourse
Without nicely shaped necklines, attaching neckbands can be a problemMaster Neckline Shaping
Practice Pattern
Dynamic pattern (any yarn, any machine) FREE for Subscribers00:03:40 - Show Outline
00:04:31 - How Many Stitches to Pick Up?
00:05:47 - Measure and calculate stitches
00:09:56 - Hold the work up to the machine
00:16:35 - Single Layer Band
00:23:20 - Free Pattern
00:27:30 - Doubled Bands
00:39:00 - 2 Piece Band
00:45:45 - Practice, Practice, Practice!