How to Block Your Handknits Like a Pro

Check out How to Block Your Handknits Like a Pro to learn all the tips and tricks you need to keep your hand-knitted items looking fresh for years to come. After all, once you've spent a considerable amount of time and money completing a beautiful free knitting pattern, it's important to know how to properly add the perfect finishing touches to your garment.

In this article, our friends at Zen Yarn Garden teach you everything you need to know when it comes to steam blocking and hand washing your knits. You'll also learn why hand washing increases the longevity of your project and how to choose the best position to arrange your garment so it will dry in your desired shape. Once you check out these useful tips and tricks on how to block your knitted garments, you'll be able to care for your most treasured items with the attention they deserve.