Archive for August, 2007

Blocking Granny Squares Before or After Sewing??

Sunday, August 12th, 2007

I didn’t realize how many of these I crocheted until I started to block them! This Boho Blocks Cardigan is ready to sew up.
Cha Cha cha changes:

  • I used Hand Maiden Sea Silk, a single strand at a time. The original pattern calls for a double strand of a finer weight yarn. It just slides through the fingers like-well like silk. Yummy. I just know that this cardigan will have really nice drape.
  • I also changed my gauge to 3.25 inches for my blocks instead of 3.5. The original was a little too bulky for me.
  • Yep. I shortened the sleeves. This is definitely a summer garment.

When I mentioned I mention to that I planned on blocking my squares before I stitched them together. My friend suggested I save time and block my garment AFTER is sewed it together. This may work for her but I find that it can get wonky at the seams. What are your thoughts? To block the block or not to block the block? That is the question.

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