Learn How to Change Colors in One Easy Stitch

re: Learn How to Change Colors in One Easy Stitch

shesinblak — Mon, 02 Jul 2012 23:10:58 GMT

Char55 - If you are worried about weaving, here's a trick sure to help. BEFORE you get to the color change, lay the tail of the new color along your stitch work and complete the last couple stiches before you change colors. BEFORE you pull the last loop thru to change the color, twist the two ends together (old and new color), then change the color. Work a few stitches over top the tail of the ending color. You won't see the tails or the twist if you turn it tightly enough and it locks the two together so no "unweaving". HTH.

re: Learn How to Change Colors in One Easy Stitch

Char55 — Sat, 30 Jun 2012 16:17:35 GMT

I use a slip knot in the end of the new color to put on the hook, but I do finish the last stitch with the new color. I still prefer to make a square knot where the colors join...It's usually small enough to hide inside a stitch. I just don't trust "weaving" not to come undone...especially in machine-washed articles like blankets and throws...or something that gets heavy use by children.

re: Learn How to Change Colors in One Easy Stitch

Jill Allen — Fri, 29 Jun 2012 01:11:35 GMT

Thanks for the tips on color changing. It helped to give my work a cleaner look on the inside!