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The New Zealand Railways Magazine, Volume 8, Issue 2 (June 1, 1933)

Knitting. — Hints for Knitters

Knitting.
Hints for Knitters.

Do not wind the wool into a hard ball, as this stretches the wool and takes away its elasticity. Wind loosely over the fingers, withdrawing them frequently to change the position of the ball and to keep it symmetrical.

To join skeins, thread one end into a darning needle and run the needle about 3in. along into the other end, thus doing away with unsightly knots on the inside of the garment.

Before making up a garment, run in all the ends neatly and securely on the wrong side. Lay each part separately on an ironing blanket and pin down exactly to the size and shape required. Then with a damp cloth and hot iron carefully press. Sew up the seams neatly with wool, placing the two edges together and sewing stitch to stitch.

The seams of knitted jumpers may be stitched with the machine. It is quicker and straighter and makes a better job. Join the shoulder seams first, then stitch the sleeves into the armholes. The sleeve and side-seam can then be sewn in one. Press all the seams carefully, and they will hardly show. A great deal depends upon the care taken in pressing and making-up a knitted garment. Even a well knitted garment can lack style and finish if it is made up carelessly.

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