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Knit fabrics have never been more fashionable, but the prospect of creating them can be daunting even to those experienced with the needle. Because of the "stretch factor, " knits can be tricky to sew without specific information about what techniques work for which fabrics. Sewing with Knits gives that information and more in an easy-to-follow, step-by-step format.
Author Connie Long shows both novice and pro how to create an array of garments, from slinky knit evening dresses to spandex-fitted athletic wear. In straightforward style, she demonstrates how to work with both classic styles and fabrics, and the many newer knits, including the matte rayon jersey so popular with high fashion designers. Included is information on how to adapt a pattern meant for woven fabrics, how to copy a favorite T-shirt, and how to sew with the intimidating sweaterknit. Expert advice on choosing the best patterns and using just the right techniques rounds out this practical guide.
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Sewing with knits can be tricky owing to the varying degrees of stretch inherent in the wide variety of stretch fabrics available today. Long, a frequent contributor to Threads magazine, covers techniques for working with a variety of stretch fabrics such as swimwear knits, Raschel knits, stretch velvet, and synthetic fleece. Full-color illustrations, line drawings, and a resource list nicely complement the text. The third in Taunton's "Focus on Fabric" series, this book is an excellent choice for public library sewing collections. (c) Copyright 2010. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.
Table of Contents
| Introduction | p. 2 |
| 1 What is a Knit? | p. 4 |
| Why Sew with Knits? | p. 4 |
| Types of Knits | p. 6 |
| How Knits Differ from Wovens | p. 6 |
| Selecting Fabrics | p. 7 |
| 2 Preparing to Sew | p. 18 |
| Selecting a Pattern | p. 18 |
| Selecting Interfacing and Notions | p. 24 |
| Preparing the Fabric | p. 28 |
| Laying Out, Cutting, and Marking the Fabric | p. 31 |
| 3 Sewing Seams, Hems, Edges, and Waistbands | p. 34 |
| Sewing Seams | p. 34 |
| Sewing Hems | p. 43 |
| Sewing Neckline and Edge Finishes | p. 48 |
| Adding Elastic Waistbands | p. 63 |
| 4 Further Techniques and Finishing Touches | p. 70 |
| Stabilizing Shoulder Seams | p. 70 |
| Inserting Zippers | p. 73 |
| Making Buttonholes | p. 78 |
| Sewing Easy Pockets | p. 80 |
| Piecing Fabric and Color Blocking | p. 84 |
| 5 Sewing Sweaterknits, Ribs, and Openwork Raschel Knits | p. 90 |
| Ribbed Knits | p. 90 |
| Sweaterknits and Sweaterbodies | p. 98 |
| Knitted Lace and Other Openwork Knits | p. 108 |
| 6 Sewing Spandex and Other Specialty Knits | p. 110 |
| Swimsuit and High-Spandex Knits | p. 110 |
| Stretch Velvets, Chenille, Terry, and Other Napped Knits | p. 129 |
| Synthetic Fleece | p. 138 |
| Slinky Knits, Matte Jersey, and Novelty Knits | p. 141 |
| Resources | p. 150 |
| Index | p. 152 |
