So I have this lovely jumper in organic cotton. And right in the middle of the back section is a whole row of twisted stitches. I can’t think how that happened except I was concentrating on switching to a new ball of yarn. This is only my second ever jumper and I am worried about making the problem worse if I try and correct it. I could leave the mistake in the garment. Or could I fix it. At first I thought I’d have to unravel about 70 rows. But now I’m thinking is it possible to separate the panels where I changed the ball by untying my knot and removing that row. I’d to remove the twisted stitches. Then all I’d have to do would be attach the top and bottom halves of the knitting back together. Is this possible in stockinette stitch?
Many thanks
Opinions please.
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You could do that and it’s certainly possible to graft the two sections together again after pulling out the rows including the twisted sts and re-knitting. If might be better as far as the graft goes, to cut your knitting at or a row after the twisted row (still in the blue section), re-knit and then graft two sections of blue rows to each other. Here’s a method for grafting (see especially after 4:40 since you are grafting in the same direction) and some ideas on cutting the knitting.
Your knitting looks so nice and even you might consider leaving the twisted row and using the same detail on the front and sleeves. Keep us updated on what you decide to do and please do post a photo when you finish. We love to see finished projects.
Hello
I would suggest trying out the cutting and grafting on a separate swatch first before you decide what you want to do with your sweater.
I have been watching the grafting video and I’m pleased to say I think I can do that! I like it a lot. I like it a lot better than unraveling a whole ball of cotton that’s for sure. I am going ahead and knitting up the front and sleeves before I make a final decision. Thank you I really appreciate the advise.
Yes thank you, fools (like me) rush in! I will do a trial first.
Could I ask another quick question please. Above the twisted row I have three blue rows. If I leave two blue rows above. Then unravel two rows below and re-knit. Would that be a good plan? Is that sort of what you suggested I do?
Thank you xx
Yes, that’s the idea. Grafting between the blue and white rows would probably work ok but tension variation may less noticeable between blue rows.
I am doing grafting, I’m very pleased, it’s not over yet but I’m getting there. Thank you all for the help. By the way I would’ve left the mistake as a unique piece but he wanted it done properly I’m pleased now that it’s nearly rectified and pleased to have learnt the new technique.
It looks wonderful, very neatly and invisibly done! You now qualify as a grafting master, such a handy technique.
You’ve done that so well. I’m jealous of the skill.
After that it got really tricky. I completed the join but had to add new yarn which was unfortunate. Then I noticed a split stitch not too far back so I unpicked it went a bit wrong and I ended up unpicking some of the other row where the new yarn had been added. Then I made a few holes! Then my working yarn snapped and where I had woven tails in behind got in a muddle. But it is looking pretty goodish now.
I only did it thanks to you all. I really appreciate the help. And I kept my cool. A great day thank you
Sounds like the usual day knitting but you triumphed!
Wow! That’s fantastic and you coped with the additional challenges. It’s going to take a lot to intimidate you with anything knitting now you’ve got this under your belt. You’re inspiring!
FINALLY, just before midnight tonight (why did I leave it so long?), finally my first ever jumper is done. The neck got frogged a bit and I’m really worried that it’ll just unravel. It seems really weird to ‘weave in ends’ to me but that’s normal apparently! I did some knots too by the way.
I am extremely happy. I can’t wait to see the old man wearing this for Holidays. He wants it longer!! I said ‘no problem!’ but that isn’t going to happen. And I’m happy to keep it for myself anyway.
It has overlong sleeves which he requested and it kind of sheds fluff on pale outfits. But it is brilliant. And I can’t wait to start something new.
Thank you on this thread in particular for saving me weeks of time about that Kitchener stitch that worked out so very well to fix the row of twisted stitches! You were all so supportive and kind
That’s what I call a beautifully hand knit sweater! Well done!!!
That turned out beautifully! And on to the next project!
Fabulous! You’d never know it was your first sweater. It looks perfect.
I often want tops longer than the pattern so I try to work out how much length to add and how much yarn I might need for the extra length.