Stuff You Should Know
The Goal
Don't skip these tips. Understanding some of the logic and "hidden" features behind Standard Garment Styling will go a long way towards your success in using it.
Arm Length vs. Sleeve Length
Do you have enough needles?
Armhole Depth vs Arm Scye
Cardigan Overlap
Do you have enough needles?
Armhole Depth vs Arm Scye
Cardigan Overlap
Tools Cheat Sheet
Calculate Yarn Needed
Skirts in DAK
Calculate Yarn Needed
Skirts in DAK
Stuff You Should Know
Arm Length vs. Sleeve Length
DesignaKnit's sizing tables are based on ARM LENGTH.
As knitters, we often think in terms of sleeve length. There are many ways to measure sleeve length.
Be aware that DesignaKnit measures from the shoulder to the wrist.
To confirm the sleeve length based on your measurments (however you take your measurements), measure in Original Pattern Drafting before starting to knit.
As knitters, we often think in terms of sleeve length. There are many ways to measure sleeve length.
Be aware that DesignaKnit measures from the shoulder to the wrist.
To confirm the sleeve length based on your measurments (however you take your measurements), measure in Original Pattern Drafting before starting to knit.
Stuff You Should Know
Do you have enough needles?
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Stuff You Should Know
Armhole Depth vs Arm Scye
The armhole opening for set-in sleeves can be measured 2 ways. DAK allows for both
Use >Options >Armhole Depth/Scye to choose the method you prefer
Note: This setting is saved as a default for subsequent new files that you create
Use >Options >Armhole Depth/Scye to choose the method you prefer
Note: This setting is saved as a default for subsequent new files that you create
Armhole Depth
Arm Scye
Stuff You Should Know
Cardigan Overlap
Stuff You Should Know
Tools Cheat Sheet
Stuff You Should Know
Calculate Yarn Needed
Stuff You Should Know
Skirts in DAK
Stuff You Should Know
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