Man’s Cardigan Finishing: Buttonhole Band, Set-in Sleeves, Side and Sleeve Seaming

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TMKC3

Almost there! The photo above shows all the pieces of the garment in place. The buttonhole band has been knitted on, with buttonholes worked along the band, the sleeves have been set in, and the sleeve seams have been sewn. In addition, the left side seam is finished.

TMKC1Here’s a bit more detail of the buttonhole band and a finished sleeve.

TMKC2Side seam (just above pocket band) is nearly invisible.

So, the last two items of finishing left are sewing the right side seam and sewing on the buttons. You’ll get to see the completed cardi jacket next week!

Some sources I found useful:
1. Set in sleeve and seam
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=urOn3DSHBlc
2. Starting the seam
http://whitehorsedesigns.blogspot.com/2016/01/the-figure-8-join.html
3. Seaming vertical edges
https://www.woolandthegang.com/how-to/knit/vertical-invisible-seaming#

Thanks for following along on this and for being patient. Final photos of cardigan/jacket number one next week.

Happy Knitting!
MikeH

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