Tag Archives: Knit-Along

The Anthurium Swing Jacket for my mom is finally finished! It’s a bit big on me but will work well on her. Some final finishing tips: 1. I like to steam-press the collar (either hover the steam iron above the … Continue reading →

Edgings are a great way to finish a hand-knit garment. There are many types of edgings you can add for a custom finish — here are a couple of good resources for inspiring ideas: Nicky Epstein’s Essential Edgings Collections: If … Continue reading →

I’m a big fan of dramatic collars that frame and draw the eye up to the face, which is why I love the collar of the Anthurium Swing Jacket. It’s versatile, as it can stand up or be folded down. … Continue reading →

The body of the Anthurium Swing Jacket requires the most knitting — it seems like once you get to the armholes, the knitting time flies by! The only tricky part about shaping the neckline and armholes is working decreases while … Continue reading →

My yarn is all balled up. A swatch has been made and the gauge has been confirmed. Which size am I making? Well, mom has a 38-inch bust measurement and she prefers a looser fit, so I’m making a size … Continue reading →

I’m not a lace knitter, and therefore not an expert at working yarn-overs while maintaining a consistent tension throughout, so I found it helpful to make a generously sized swatch for the Anthurium Swing Jacket. At least for me, I tended … Continue reading →