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Seaming the Swirl – Part 3 (Sleeves)

The Swirl technically has one seam. After finishing the shoulder you may proceed to seam the sleeve from shoulder to cuff, but I recommend a different path.  Because the end of a seam is often where fabric seems to bunch up inappropriately, end a seam where smoothing the fabric is easiest, generally under the arm.  […]

Seaming “the Swirl” – Part 1 (Back)

The Swirl only has one seam, but it is a doozy.  I found finishing this sweater to be a fun challenge, and thought that I would share how I decided to do the seaming and finishing work. Double-click on any photo to enlarge for details. My yarn, Noro Silk Garden Lite, is lovely, although not […]