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3 years ago
Let's boycott ribbing!  Take time this week to explore new-to-you techniques for getting your knitting started.

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3 years ago
I used the scalloped hem on a new project on the bottom as well as the sleeves...I would like to use it around the scoop neck as well......is it possible and what are my challenges? I assume I would tighted the tension but by how much.  I have an LK150 if that matters.  The calop was super easy and turned out wonderful.
Oh btw I'm a new member and love love love this site! 

3 years ago
Hi Patti!
Welcome to our little group! 

A scalloped band would be pretty for your sweater.

This video should help.
https://www.knititnow.com/learn/tutorial/112/scalloped-edge

You knit the band separately then join it to the sweater. (I recommend experimenting on your swatch)

You'll want to "grade" the tension so it lays flat and doesn't flare out.  

another thing to consider are the stitch multiples, so your seam will match...
https://www.knititnow.com/learn/tutorial/431/stitch-multiples

Can't wait to see your sweater!

3 years ago
Thanks
I just saw this post so I just punted....
I just picked up the stiches apund the neck and did the scallop....I graded the tension by 1 whole # on the "knit all" row did the turning row and then grades back up to the sweater tension and then picked up the stickes to close the band and then bound off.  It worked really well.  

3 years ago
photo please!