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Published almost 3 years ago

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Time:2h00
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Victoria, Victoria, Australia
2008
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This is a great technique to increase the size of an old or new sweater.


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Instructions


  1. Step 1 1

    Shirt and Sweater

  2. Step 2 2

    Cut the button up panel from the shirt, leaving an over lap on each side for sewing

  3. Step 3 3

    Cut the sweater down the centre

  4. Step 4 4

    Sew up the button edge so it does not flare open, leave a small bit un sewed at the bottom for some flare

  5. Step 5 5

    Attach the button flap from the bottom of the sweater and up wards with some pins, then sew into place.

  6. Step 6 6

    Pin the other side into place from the bottom to the top of the sweater, have a check to see if it is even with the other side, then sew into place

  7. Step 7 7

    The striped pattern makes gives you a nice straight line to sew on

  8. Step 8 8

    Fix up the collar how you would like it to sit, finished :)

  9. Step 9 9

    Want to add more of the shirt to your sweater?

  10. Step 10 10

    Use the pockets or cuffs for a more dramatic look.

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