My First Crochet Cardigan
Sara Delaney
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- In-depth Instruction; over 132 mins
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Swatching & Measuring
18:24
Meet your instructor, Sara Delaney, and discover how the techniques used to make the cardigan in this class will transfer to all of your future garment projects! Get started with a refresher on stitching half double crochet, the star of Sara's pattern. Then see how to block your swatch, check your gauge and accurately measure yourself to ensure a beautifully fitting sweater!
Crocheting the Back
12:49
Start your sweater as Sara walks you through creating the back of your cardigan, from your foundation chain and fabric construction through underarm and shoulder shaping. First, Sara shows you several options to work the first row into your foundation chain, and the different looks you'll get with each. Then, crochet along with Sara as she demonstrates crocheting the decreases you'll need to shape the armholes and shoulders.
Crocheting the Fronts
21:59
Move on to the front of your sweater as you crochet the left and right panels. Learn how each panel is a mirror image of the other and how to shape each panel, depending on the size you're making. Sara offers detailed demonstrations for each of the three places you'll add decrease shaping: underarm, neckline and shoulder.
Crocheting the Sleeves
9:49
Begin working two identical sleeves as you learn to evenly space increases, following the pattern as you go. Are the pattern's sleeves too long or short for you? No worries! Sara takes you through the simple calculations you'll need to make to alter your sleeve length.
Seaming & Blocking
28:03
It's time to seam your pieces together. Learn professional finishing techniques as Sara shows you three different ways to weave in ends, then shares her favorite seaming technique and her secret for making sure your seams are smooth and even. Pick up tips for lining up and pinning your seams and learn which seams you'll want to make sure are doubly strong!
Ribbing
21:31
Learn to crochet ribbing for your sleeves, neckline and bottom edge; it's sure to create a warm, snug fit. First, learn how to evenly work single crochet around curved, horizontal and vertical edges as a foundation for the side-to-side ribbing. You'll learn how to create stretchy ridges by working in the back loop only and how to seam the ribbed cuff. Sara also demonstrates an alternate method of crochet ribbing using post stitches.
Button Bands & Buttonholes
19:12
Create a button band and customize your buttonholes to fit any buttons you desire! Learn tips for evenly spacing stitches as you crochet down the length of your sweater. Sara offers advice for choosing and sewing on buttons and ensuring that your buttonholes always match up. Create a cardigan you'll be proud to wear!
Learn how to crochet a cardigan you’ll love to wear! Join designer Sara Delaney to see how easy crocheting clothing can be, and gain the skills and confidence you need to create pieces that will make you proud! Your road to sweater success starts as you measure your stitch gauge and pick a size that’s sure to flatter your figure. Then, work your cardigan piece by piece, sewing nearly invisible seams to pull together the parts of this classic sweater. You’ll learn how to finish your sweater with professional polish as you weave in the ends, perfect your button placement, and better your blocking! So don’t delay: Gorgeous garments are within reach! Take the first step to showing yourself what you’re really capable of as you crochet your first cardigan!
Sara Delaney
Sara Delaney is a renowned designer and instructor who has taught at the popular East Coast yarn store Webs since 2007. She coordinates all adult workshops at the annual Massachusetts Sheep and Woolcraft Fair, and has published a book, How to Crochet, through Storey Publishing.
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