How I steeked my knit cardigan! Entire steeking process & first impressions

00:00 Intro
2:48 Steeking setup
4:20 Sewing the Reinforcements
7:09 Cutting
9:09 Crochet edge
10:35 Picking up for the button band
12:27 Whip Stitching Edge
13:46 Buttons
14:48 Try On
15:36 Reflections
//FIND ME//
Instagram: / ne_knits
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//PATTERNS AND YARN MENTIONED//
Uppbót by Védís Jónsdóttir www.ravelry.com/patterns/libr...
Ístex Álafosslopi in Indigo, Light Ash Heather, and Grey www.yarn.com/products/lopi-al...
Ístex Lettlopi in Grey
www.yarn.com/products/lopi-le...
//OTHER THINGS MENTIONED//
Singer Tradition Sewing Machine
www.joann.com/singer-2277-tra...

[@sarag1158]

I just had an epiphany. That's why people put ribbons on the button band. I think it would be really good way to hide that cut edge. Thank you for the super detailed video! I couldn't wrap my mind around the steeking concept and this really helped. I'm thinking about making a color work cardigan. I also like that you use that lopi yarn. I wanted to see what it looked like in real life.

[@theyarngoeson]

OMG! This turned out so beautiful! I think having it a bit oversized is nice for the colder months to wear over warmer sweaters and wear it as a “coat”. You did a great overview of the steering process!

[@chillbro2275]

Yeah it did turn out very well. I actually like the fit on her also.

[@Snyblind]

Thank you for this video, it was very easy to understand and straight to the point

[@user-mb2lk9se2x]

I just recently completed my first steeked cardigan and while it was scary at first I really enjoyed the process. I did not do a sewn reinforcement, just the crochet as that's what my pattern called for. It was fun seeing your process of finishing your cardigan!

[@jaynelogan5391]

Finally a video that explains what to do with the yarn ends & floats. THANKS!!! I’ve been searching & searching for an explanation. Beautiful work. ❤

[@bababoo-j5r]

Thank you for showing us the process. Your finished cardi is beautiful and so worth all the time you put into it.

[@maricooke9787]

I’m surprised that you knit left handed but crochet right handed. You are blessed to have a yarn shop with classes. The cardigan is beautiful.

[@friskydingo416]

So impressive. I’ve been knitting as long as you’ve been alive. You do beautiful work. Thanks for the tips.

[@ghibligirl01]

It's been fun to follow you along in your Uppbót journey! I've been curious to see what steeking looks like. You executed that so well! And the cardigan is absolutely gorgeous ♥

[@shell2331]

Stunning stunning stunning❤

[@marygonrowski3725]

Beautiful! Thanks for sharing

[@laurahorgan7657]

Wow! Fantastic!

[@theknittystew]

Thank you so much for showing your process of steeking! I am really wanting to try this in 2024. Thanks again!

[@stherrien3333]

That came out gorgeous!!

[@manonc1888]

Beautiful! I saved this very informative video for an upcoming project. You just inspired me big time! Thank you

[@sandras2479]

Gorgeous cardigan!

[@dianescott3515]

You did such a beautiful job!

[@caireenbrain9612]

Beautiful! Thanks for such excellent instructions.

[@ihesharema]

That’s a gorgeous cardigan!! Thanks for sharing with us the process.

[@VirgsB]

😊FANTASTIC job!! 🎉

[@QueensYarnBoutique]

Great job Amy. This was so much fun to watch. And your cardigan looks amazing!

[@normawoodburn9430]

What a beautiful cardigan!!! And helpful video

[@MsShoshi99]

gorgeous! bravo

[@jolande52]

Lovely video!

[@KnittingThrough]

What a beautiful project! I have a similar cardigan that is a little big, but I absolutely love having it in windy and wet weather. I used Letlopi as well, and the rustic yarn makes it a fantastic outerwear piece. It is so hydrphobic that I'm cozy and dry in some really yucky weather. I am so surprised at how much I grab for it, because I was pretty disappointed by the shape when I finished it. But the amount of positive ease means I can put a couple of layers under it, too! I hope you find as much love for yours as I have for mine. :)

[@mickiwhite4754]

It is beautiful!!

[@normawas3114]

You did such a great job, it turned out great.

[@bonnadowns524]

OMG!!!! You did it so well and turn out beautiful💝

[@LifeWithMars]

This was such a fun video!!

[@kristinm3729]

What a gorgeous end result. And excellent steeking tutorial.

[@krystinatran3355]

Ive always been so curious about this process and this is by far the most informative video! great job Amy!

[@MsHeikeM]

OMG.. that’s a beautiful cardigan 🫶

[@candacecampbell3542]

You did an awesome job!!! You make me feel like I can do it too!! Thank you for sharing this!

[@heidimasanga892]

Thank you for this super helpful video. Your cardigan turned out gorgeous!!!

[@SimpleBegiknits]

What a great project to do as a class! Thank you for bringing us along the process. I particularly enjoyed your editing and narrating for this video. You had me cracking up a few times! 😊

[@KatharinaB23]

Thank you so much for your insight into steeking! I was waiting to see your cardigan and now gained some knowledge and am less afraid of my first time steeking someday.

[@donnafoulkes]

Such an informative video!

[@theanilsson3186]

Amazing and informative video, loved it!

[@debbiedennie255]

That sweater jacket looks absolutely gorgeous on you Amy Be proud ..you did a beautiful job I like the fit on you with a pair of jeans ohhh lala ! Congrats !!! 😊💝

[@lisad8731]

Beautiful sweater. Your steaking, crochet and button band all look nice

[@helene4110]

Congratulations! WOW... That was all very impressive. Thank you so much for taking us with you along this fascinating journey... Maybe one day I cave in and try it myself.

[@tishshaefer9980]

Your sweater is beautiful. I've done two steek projects and before I cut I slide a piece of cardboard or a flexible cutting board between the front and the back. It just makes one less thing to worry about. Great job!

[@loganrutledge3610]

Stunning work, really inspiring stuff! I just finished my first knitted sweater (takes a lot of yarn to make a men’s xxl lol) and your content has been motivating!💜

[@alterego4783]

I actually think the fit is cute and oversized ! Amazing job🎉

[@rebecca-72]

Stunning cardigan 😮, I’m so impressed! Thank you for showing the whole process. This is definitely something I want to try one day, it was very helpful to see all the steps involved.

[@annanesting9848]

Really interesting video, this motivates me to try it as well. I think it looks great and more like a jacket 😊

[@thesquishstitch]

Thank you for posting this!! I’ve been so scared of steeking 😅

[@MikiCrespo]

Thanks so much for sharing 💙🤍

[@maureencandlish8292]

That is gorgeous. Thank you. I have seen a fair isle vest that is knit in the round and you steek the v neck and arm holes. You have given me confidence to have a go x

[@litterstars]

You have inspired me to try steeking! Previously the idea of steeking scares me. And I tend to avoid those patterns. Now I feel more confident to get going! Thank you for the informative video!

[@neknits]

Glad this was helpful!!

[@glofdahl1733]

Great video as always from you! When I knit in wooly wool (not superwash) I always do needle felting. It is quick and easy, takes me less than half an hour for the complete steeking and the result is really neat and not at all bulky.

[@mariodelgadogarcia130]

Me encantó tu trabajo!!! 🙌🏼 A mk también me gustaría poder hacerme una prenda igual, te quedó genial 🙌🏼

[@jaestep1]

I am about to tackle my first steek (I’m making a unicorn tapestry for my daughter), and this video was so helpful! I’m nervous about the sewing part, but now I have a feel for how it’s done. Thank you!

[@HeatherTomellini]

Such a scary skill to learn! Cutting your knitting in half 😬 You go girl! You make it look easy and it came out great

[@theshooglystitch]

It turned out great! I learned to steek in order to make the Marit cardigan, which is another great pattern. It has an extra knitted piece that you tack down over your cut edge which hides and protects it really nicely. Definitely agree that it’s good to have tried the technique and be able to do it even if you wouldn’t rush to do it again

[@AMFibers]

It's so beautiful! And this was fascinating to watch. I've always been curious how steeking works. I've officially started knitting. I kept putting it off, but my therapist told me to do something for myself. So I wound up some hand dyed hanks and decided to crochet myself a t-shirt. And I couldn't find a pattern I liked. 🤦🏻‍♀️ And I don't want to fuss with designing one right now. So now I am knitting a cowl! I started it two days ago and it's basically done. Idk why I had such a complex about knitting, but I'm glad I jumped in. Can't wait to make my first wearable!

[@asharp6591]

Beautiful sweater and knitting! Next time use a thinner yarn to crochet the edge. Using a thinner weight yarn will prevent the knitting from “waving”.

[@joanneyoung1081]

Nicely done and looks perfect on you. I just did a steeked sweater you are right finishing includes crocheting, sewing by hand or machine but it’s good to know the how to.

[@TheVadsten]

That is a gorgeous cardigan. It's gone straight into my "gonna make" pipeline. The fit is pretty close to how they're worn traditionally in very cold climates. Maybe the sleeves are a little on the long side, but I personally always make my sleeves extra long for hand warming.

[@TheVadsten]

Also: cutting into your knit is terrifying!

[@hildaandrews8150]

You did a great job! I used to teach a class on steeking and it is less scary if you use more than 2 stitches in the steek especially with thinner yarn. I think we did 6 stitches. Isn’t oversized in right now. I can hear the compliments coming your way when you wear it!

[@lgm204]

🫣 me while you were steeking. What a beautiful cardigan!!! Roomier could be nice in the colder weather over other things🤷‍♀️

[@ibtisammolaeb5551]

You're awesome

[@sheila-13]

Love your finished cardigan. But it is possible to Steek without a sewing it machine or crochet hook. I did a fingering weight Maria Wallin cardigan. Using a good sticky wool like Jamieson and Smith really decreases any risk of unraveling. I had 5 Steek stitches. I did a backstitch reinforcement with yarn using my darning needle. Then cut away. No problems. Many knitters also cut their Steek without any reinforcing. This is doable if you are using a good rustic, sticky yarn. If you like colourwork cardigans I recommend that newbies practice on a swatch. It’s fun and really liberating.

[@josiejocreates]

It looks great! And you make steeking seem not so scary 😂

[@irityogev2980]

Steeking sounds scary but now after your podcast it is less scary. Thanks for sharing. I have noticed that you crochet with the right hand but knit with the left….how interesting 😊

[@neknits]

Haha I love that you noticed that! I think I am most comfortable holding the working yarn in my left hand for both crafts, which causes that.

[@Robin-xe1zo]

@@neknits Omigosh, Amy. Have you tried Continental knitting, where you hold the working yarn in your left hand, just like crocheting? It could be a total game changer for you. And while I'm here, thank you so much for this video. The idea of picking up the stitches in the center of the stitch is just exactly what I needed to solve an issue I was having with the edge stitches not being as even as I'd like. Just moving that one "leg" inside made all the difference!

[@neknits]

@@Robin-xe1zo I have, and it seems like I have a good foundation for it, but I haven't been able to get into a good rhythm with continental! I probably need to give it more practice but haven't yet 😂

[@babsbauie8614]

Great sweater and play-by-play! Just a note, the steek is the column of stitches, rather than the cutting ☺

[@janinawiduch8669]

❤

[@stooglesgoogles7246]

I thought I was the only one who knit left handed??? Cool, i learned in continental but I found that it strained my hand, so since I was already so used to using my left hand I just did left handed english style

[@michellechavez9157]

👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽😍😍😍

[@inalill4573]

Beautiful work ! How many stiches are there in the mittle where you cut ? Thanks

[@QueenBaha]

💐💗💐💗💐💗🌸💗💐

[@chillbro2275]

I too had been hearing about steeking but not seeing it done. Thanks for giving it a go, and showing us. I don't think I'd like to try steeking just yet. how many balls of yarn did you use for this cardigan?

[@neknits]

I used about 7 balls of the alafosslopi! For exact quantities for each color you can view my Ravelry project here: www.ravelry.com/projects/neknitsamy/uppbot

[@kimfauth9542]

Great video! The music was super annoying tho - I'm listening to your voice on headphones and then the music blasted my ears!