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This is a great technique to increase the size of an old or new sweater.

Posted by cats-rockin-crochet from Springvale, Victoria, Australia • Published See cats-rockin-crochet's 36 projects »
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  • How to make a sweater / jumper. Old Sweater New Look - Step 1
    Step 1

    Shirt and Sweater

  • How to make a sweater / jumper. Old Sweater New Look - Step 2
    Step 2

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

  • How to make a sweater / jumper. Old Sweater New Look - Step 3
    Step 3

    Cut the sweater down the centre

  • How to make a sweater / jumper. Old Sweater New Look - Step 4
    Step 4

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

  • How to make a sweater / jumper. Old Sweater New Look - Step 5
    Step 5

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

  • How to make a sweater / jumper. Old Sweater New Look - Step 6
    Step 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

  • How to make a sweater / jumper. Old Sweater New Look - Step 7
    Step 7

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

  • How to make a sweater / jumper. Old Sweater New Look - Step 8
    Step 8

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

  • How to make a sweater / jumper. Old Sweater New Look - Step 9
    Step 9

    Want to add more of the shirt to your sweater?

  • How to make a sweater / jumper. Old Sweater New Look - Step 10
    Step 10

    Use the pockets or cuffs for a more dramatic look.

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