Blocking Advice for Newbie?

Arielluria · 05-07-2007, 10:18 AM

The only things I've blocked are dog sweaters :D...........and I'm almost done with my shawl.......I've heard you need special pins for blocking?!? Is that true? I didn't use pins for the dog sweaters, just layed them down really flat on the counter, and it was acrylic, not wool.

marykz · 05-07-2007, 03:44 PM

check Eunny Jang's blog entry for blocking tips- I use this guide often.

http://www.eunnyjang.com/knit/2006/0...amadeus_1.html

I use pins when something has to be blocked to a certain measurement, like sweater pieces. If I'm blocking just to even out stiches, I don't always use them.

Arielluria · 05-07-2007, 05:38 PM

THanks! Looks like a great resource, added a link to my blog so I don't forget it.

auburnchick · 05-07-2007, 07:34 PM

Originally Posted by marykz

check Eunny Jang's blog entry for blocking tips- I use this guide often.

http://www.eunnyjang.com/knit/2006/0...amadeus_1.html

This really is a good site! I HATE blocking...and my stuff has been coming out scalloped, but I'm going to use these tips in the future. Who knows, my washcloths might actually turn out square!