technique: completed sleeves too long?

7/4/2011 by Sandra McIver

The nature of the sleeves in a Swirl is that they tend to elongate during blocking and wearing.  This is because the rows and welts run the length of the sleeve giving the sleeve tremendous lateral stretch potential.  As the hand and arm travel through the sleeve, the sleeve lengthens.  Gravity comes into play as well, especial ...
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technique: achieving desired sleeve length

3/12/2012 by Sandra McIver

To begin, you will need your center back neck to cuff measurement.  This isn’t a measurement you can take on your own, so enlist an assistant.  Stand with one arm slightly bent while your assistant measures from the center back base of your neck, across a shoulder, around ...
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