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Dare to Make It Knit-Along: An Easy Little Cardi, Part Four

comments (3) December 18th, 2008     

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Tina_Hilton Tina Hilton, contributor
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This up-to-the-minute sweater is destined to become a wardrobe staple.
Using split ring stitch markers to remind you when you are entering a new section is a big help.
Pick up stitches by inserting your needle as if to knit and wrapping yarn over.
This up-to-the-minute sweater is destined to become a wardrobe staple.

This up-to-the-minute sweater is destined to become a wardrobe staple.

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Bind off loosely.


 The final rows create an edge that mimics the bottom edge beautifully.

Seam the sleeves using the mattress stitch (aka "invisible seam"). The mattress stitch is an ideal way to seam the sleeves of the cardi as it is invisible especially when you are joining stockinette stitch edges. Thread a tapestry needle with a length of yarn substantially longer than the sleeve. Beginning at the armhole, right side up, insert the needle up between the first and second row of the knitting where you see the bars between the rows. Insert your needle the same way on the other side, going under two. Repeat this process going back and forth between the two rows, gently pulling up the working yarn to close the seam as you go. Since you have the same amount of rows on each side of the seam you are creating, it should match up evenly until you get to the edge of the sleeve.


 The mattress stitch is easy to accomplish when you are using a big yarn.

Weave in the ends. Attach the buttons.


 The perfect button is the crowning touch.

Block if desired.

Congratulations on finishing your fitted cardi. Log in and download a picture of your masterpiece! Can't wait to see all of your finished products!

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Comments (3)

deb222 writes: I missed part three. How can I get it? Thanks, Debbie
Posted: 7:53 am on March 1st
Tina_Hilton writes: Make sure you download a picture of your masterpiece. Love to see your color combo!
Posted: 10:08 am on December 19th
ewephoric writes: This sweater worked up so quickly and turned out so cute. Thank you Tina for another great project!
Posted: 4:29 pm on December 18th
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