Tips on Crocheting Garments

[crochetkim]

This weekend, I started this post with tips on crocheting and finishing garments:

 

http://kimguzman.bravejournal.com/entry/22774

 

I'll try to add to it as I think of other things. Enjoy!

[smileyface]

Cooool. Thanks for the tips! I one day hope to overcome my fear and make a garment to wear lol

[misssmaggie]

Great tips!!! Thanks for sharing!

[carovan]

Great tips and a great blog. I agree about not weaving in ends until you make sure the garment fits. It is nearly impossible to find those ends after you weave them in.

[RoseRed]

Awesome tips!

[lindan]

Thanks, Kim. I'm new to garment construction, and I found your tips very helpful, especially those about using the mattress stitch. I can duplicate pretty much any stitch or pattern, but the finishing has always stopped me cold.

[crochetkim]

Thank you to everyone! As I think of more tips, I will add them to the post. These were things off the top of my head with all the garments I've been doing recently.

 

The tip about making a swatch and measuring off against the finished project is a good one for afghans as well. Sometimes, I get floppy or puckered edges along afghans when I work along the sides.

[JoAnn]

Thanks Kim!! I love that mattress stitch joining! I have NEVER liked the way the joining comes out. Can't wait to try it!