craftyhunnypie Posted January 5, 2011 Share Posted January 5, 2011 It's yonks since I've sewn up any knitting properly. Well any that truly matters. For toys, snoods etc - I can do what I like or think looks right. But I've just finished a tunic knit from Sirdar Indie wool. I want it to look decent - so how do I stitch it up ( what stitch) & what sort of thread / yarn would you use? I might need to look up on you tube. I want to wear it to knitting club next week. I've already started my brushstrokes wooly pully. Emma.x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted January 5, 2011 Share Posted January 5, 2011 I've always done it with a sort of chain stitch and a crochet hook. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Webmuppet Posted January 6, 2011 Share Posted January 6, 2011 I use a double running stitch using the yarn I knitted the jumper with and a knitters sewing needle. If the yarn is too thick I have been known to use embroidery thread in a matching colour. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olly Posted January 6, 2011 Share Posted January 6, 2011 I do as Mrs Webmuppet does - with very thick yarn, you can split it into thinner strands, but embroidery silk is good too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
craftyhunnypie Posted January 6, 2011 Author Share Posted January 6, 2011 So I put right sides together ( garment inside out) & leave a small seam - then sew? Can't wait to get it sewn up & wear it. Not looking forward to ' blocking it' though. Emma.x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowy Posted January 6, 2011 Share Posted January 6, 2011 You don't really need to leave a seam as the 'fabric' won't fray. Stitch as close to the edge as you can. I use a running backstitch with matching yarn. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
