Subscriber Series: Seaming Savvy

When knitting socks on the flatbed machine (or knitting them flat by hand) a seam is needed. You want this seam to be as comfortable as possible and still look good! If you use the standard Mattress Stitch seam, you’ll end up with a seam with 2 stitches against the leg and/or the
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If you don't have enough needles to knit the width you need, consider adding decorative seams. These techniques are perfect for garments or blankets.

Don't hide the seam - make it a design element!

Improve seams done when knitting in pattern. Tuck, slip, fairisle ... add a professional finish to your work.

Neatly joining pieces by grafting (or Kitchener stitch) is essential for all knitters. Doing it on the machine utilizes the needles to help make the perfect join. This tutorial demonstrates grafting from the KNIT side.
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Neatly joining pieces by grafting (or Kitchener stitch) is essential for all knitters. Doing it on the machine utilizes the needles to help make the perfect join. This tutorial demonstrates grafting from the PURL side.
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Join knitted panels neatly without sewing! This cable-look join is easy, adds dimension and style to your knitting. Great for machine knit afghans.

Add designer details to your garments with basic I-Cord accented seams and garment edges.

There are times when sewing knitted pieces by hand just isn’t practical.

Here’s a quick and easy method that can be used for blankets, kids wear or any time that you want to quickly join 2 pieces of knitting.

One simple trick when working mattress stitch will produce perfect stripe seams ... guaranteed!

UPDATE: Fellow knitter Diana, recommends working the mattress stitch from the purl side to make this process easier ... Give it a try!

This decorative seam is very useful in joining 2 pieces of knitting. You must plan ahead and set up your knitting to be able to use this technique. It’s a quick and easy method that can be used for blankets, kids wear or any time that you want to quickly join 2 pieces of knitting.
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There are many, many ways to add a decorative touch to raglan decrease seams.

Make the seams the focal point of your sweater. Here are a few suggestions.

Simple 1 stitch decrease, Transfer Decreases, Machine Seams, i-Cord seams and more!

Finishing - especially seaming can make or break a knitted garment.

Here are 2 methods of seaming pieces together. Mattress stitch with 2 variations, Seaming on the Machine, plus a tip for perfectly matched seams!

Machine knitters do not have the luxury of knitting neck bands or armhole bands in the round. A seam in the band is necessary. With a little thought (and a few extra stitches), you can improve your band finishes! By using the following techniques, you can avoid the Dreaded Dimple!

Why hide your shoulder seams? Use this decorative technique to add a designer touch to your next garmentThis technique was shared by long-time machine knitting instructor, Barbara Meloy. Barbara learned it from Mary Louise Norman.Take time to try it for yourself and add this finish
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Add some interest when joining seams. Featuring our "waterfall" vest and duster, these techniques can add a designer touch to any seam

When seaming ribbed pieces, it is important that you plan ahead. A little planning will ensure that your seams match and are picture perfect every time!

"Pick up the inside loop of the outside stitch" HUH? When picking up stitches along the side of your knitting, you have choices. Follow along as we examine 2 techniques for the perfect seam. This can be used for picking up bands, sleeves knit from the top down or sideways
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Joining shoulders seams on the machine creates a tidy seam and stabilizes the garment shoulders.
This is the machine knitting version of the hand knitting 3-needle bind off.

Drop shoulder or modified drop shoulder sweaters can be fast, fun knits.

Here are a few tips to make them even faster!