Seaming Handknits
Chris Bylsma
Class Preview
- In-depth Instruction; over 94 mins
- On-demand video access anytime
- Bonus downloadable PDF resources
- Access to class Q&A
Basic Shoulder Seams
14:10
Meet your instructor, Chris Bylsma, and learn the theory behind the cornerstone of seaming: the horizontal seam before Chris shows you how to master it.
More Horizontal-Seaming Techniques
19:58
Chris dissects and demonstrates more advanced horizontal seams including ribbing, cables and step shoulder seams.
Side Seams
15:37
Tackle side seams, which allow you to knit sweaters and other garments flat, work pieces one at a time, customize sizes between the front and back and add shaping.
More Side-Seaming Techniques
14:18
Stripes, garter stitches and sleeves might seem challenging, but this lesson will show you how to create perfectly matching edges
Combination Seams
7:42
Learn the theory behind combination seams and how to attach stitches that don't naturally line up.
Set-In Sleeves
9:54
Don't let sleeves create unwanted bulk on your sweaters! Learn how to attach even the most tricky sleeves.
Unusual Seams
12:13
Cuffs and live stitches may seem like obstacles, but this lesson will teach you how to work with unusual seams and finish your garment like a professional.
Description
Don’t let a beautiful sweater fall apart at the seams. Join Chris Bylsma as she teaches you how to join seams in your knitting, from cables to ribbing to cuffs. Learn the theories behind how horizontal and vertical seams work, giving you insight into the best ways to stitch them up. You’ll love discovering new ways to finish your garment that will make your sweaters stronger and more stylish than ever!
Chris Bylsma
Chris retired from a career in marketing communications and advertising to pursue her artistic passions, knitting and textureplay, and enjoy a little gardening with her husband, Charlie. Instead, she is having a wonderful time teaching workshops from coast to coast and beyond for TNNA, shops, guilds, cruises and conferences and has her own line of knitting patterns. She also has designed knit garments for the American Girl clothing line and has been featured in Vogue Knitting, Knit Simple, Creative Knitting and Knit n' Style. In her teaching role, Chris' reward is when knitters discover and trust their own creativity. She encourages knitters to "color outside the lines," where it's more fun! Chris firmly believes that knitting is not construction. Knitters should explore and make mistakes, feel free to change their minds and most of all, enjoy what they are doing.
Bonus materials available after purchase