How to block a knitted sweater

Blocking is a simple but vital step which will greatly improve the look of even the most beginner knitting. If you have made the effort to hand-knit something, it deserves to be blocked. Check out our Knitter's Block and our Sweater Care Collection for all the tools you'll need.

It wasn’t until I was sitting at a knit night, that I first heard about “blocking” knitwear. It randomly came into the conversation, and was like “WTF is that?”

What at first looks as if it came from the bottom drawer can turn into a professional-looking garment after blocking. This article shows you how to best block a knitted or crocheted sweater for a great look.

Blocking knits - How to block knitting guide. Learn how you can block your knitting in 4 different ways so that you can reshape it for a perfect finish!

Wet blocking is a simple way to make your finished knitted object look professional. Don't skip it! Especially for sweaters.

Blocking knits is the final step in knitting a project that's often overlooked by many knitters. However, blocking knits can make a huge difference in how the final project looks; it adds that last bit of polish that changes your knits from looking “homemade” to “handmade.” It can also fix some of your knitting problems. Here’s a short list of things blocking can (and can’t!) do. #knitting #knit #knitwear #blocking #finishing

Instructions and Tips for How to Block Knitting Projects, including Wet Blocking, Steam Blocking, and Spray Blocking your Knit Pieces.

The way blocking affects knitted fabric is magical – suddenly crooked stitches become uniform, uneven edges straighten out, and your knitted creation gets a beautiful finished look. It’s one of the techniques I wish I knew sooner. When I was a teenager, I was knitting sweaters to wear to school, and it always bothered me […]

We know how it goes—you got so excited about making your dream knitting project that you forgot to think about the yarn you used and how it would be cared for. Now it’s getting a little smelly and oily, and you don’t know what to do. This tutorial includes instructions for hand washing, machine washing, and drying your projects, as well as knitting tutorials for blocking knitting. You’ll also learn about different types of fibers and how they behave when washed. If you are looking for…

Learn everything you about how to block knitting in this article from the knitscene Handmade 2016 issue! In 7 easy steps, you'll be blocking knitting like a pro and create beautiful finished knits! This expert, resource guide from Interweave includes finishing techniques, steam blocking, and other helpful information!