61: Steeking
Feb 15, 2022•43 min•Ep. 61
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Episode description
This week we're tackling the less-scary-than-it-seems issue of steeking your projects. Cardigans, armholes, necklines - your scissors are your friend, we promise.
*Anatomy of a Steek: *
- Brooklyn Tweed diagrams: Steeking
Securing a Steek
- Crochet technique: Tin Can Knits Tutorial
- Hand Sewing technique: Aleks Byrd Tutorial
- Back Stitching Diagram (hand stitching): Embroidery How To
- Machine Sewing technique: Interweave Tutorial
Finishing a Steek
- Hidden under a ribbon: Helene Magnussun Tutorial
- Steek Sandwich: Kate Davies Tutorial
- Knotted Steek: Tom of Holland Tutorial
Kate Davies' helpful blog post with great photos of different steek finishes: What is a Steek
An example of how to add a steek panel to a pullover pattern: Dissent Cardigan Hack
- Soorik designed by Gudrun Johnson
- Amberwing Socks designed by Summer Lee
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