Planning the Perfect Pullover
Mary Beth Temple
Class Preview
0:59
- In-depth Instruction; over 60 mins
- On-demand video access anytime
- Bonus downloadable PDF resources
- Access to class Q&A
Introduction
1:54
We will briefly review what will be talked about in the sessions ahead – materials, fit and style – and how to plan for your unique perfect pullover.
Materials And Construction
12:18
Let’s take a deep dive into the yarn – there are so many things to think about before we shop! Then we must decide the basics of construction.
Getting Accurate Measurements
5:55
In this session we will talk about taking accurate measurements, whether that is measuring yourself or a friend, or maybe doing some math based off your favorite sweater in your closet.
Neck Lines
17:12
The three main groupings of necklines are round (crew, scoop, cowl etc.); square and V styles, and straight. Let’s decide which type of neckline will work best for our perfect pullover.
Cuffs And Hems
7:28
Traditionally your neckband, sleeve hem, and garment hem all have the same treatment – although that is not required! In this session we will talk about different hems and cuffs and when to pick them, and address tapered vs. straight sleeves.
Sleeve and Armhole Shaping
14:19
One of the fiddliest parts of planning the perfect pullover is addressing the sleeve cap shaping and the armhole – they must work together for a terrific fit. In this session we will go over several styles of armhole shaping and the effect they have on the sleeve caps. We will also talk about the dreaded gauge swatch.
Description
So many of us learn to knit, continue to practice and expand our skills, but then shy away from making garments because we are concerned – what if it doesn’t fit and looks terrible? What if I waste all that time knitting, and all that money purchasing beautiful yarn and I don’t like how my garment turns out?
In this class we are going to take the mystery out of planning the perfect pullover. While it is always more fun to knit than to plan – putting some time in at the beginning will take the nerves out of knitting garments, and you will wind up with a pullover you will be happy to wear or give as a gift – then you can make more!
Mary Beth Temple
Mary Beth Temple is a long-time designer of knit, crochet and sewing patterns, and lover of any other type of craft that comes across her path! She can often be found crafting by the beach near her home in Wilmington, North Carolina, and makes no guarantees that there won’t be sand in her samples. With more than a dozen books to her name, Mary Beth is a prolific designer whose independent work can be found under her brand name Hooked for Life. You can check out her doings at HookedforLifePublishing.com/blog, and from there visit her various social media outlets.
Bonus materials available after purchase