Basic Seams - Thursday, March 26th @ 1pm

Seaming is how individual knitted pieces become a finished garment. When done thoughtfully, seams provide structure, alignment, and a polished appearance. This workshop focuses on understanding how knitted fabric fits together and choosing the right seam for each situation. You’ll learn seaming methods that create strong, flexible joins while allowing stitch patterns to remain clear and uninterrupted. What You’ll Learn Why Seaming Matters• How seams affect structure and drape• When seaming provides better results than seamless construction Vertical Seaming: Mattress Stitch• Aligning rows accurately• Creating an invisible seam in stockinette stitch• Adjusting for uneven row counts Horizontal Seaming• Joining cast-on or bound-off edges• Creating smooth transitions between pieces Vertical to Horizontal Seaming• Attaching sleeves to armholes• Managing stitch ratios and alignment Troubleshooting• Correcting uneven tension• Adjusting seams so fabric lies flat• Knowing when to reseam