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In a previous article of mine, I gave you some easy pointers for blocking any finished projects. When we finish anything we have spent a long time working on, the next thing to do is to make sure that it looks its very best, for all time. Some knitted items need no blocking, and some need only blocking. Then, there are those projects which need to go beyond blocking. If you are knitting something such as a sweater, afghan, vest, or other project, especially those which need to be sewn together, then this article is for you! Inevitably, there comes that time when all of your knitting is done. Both front pieces are knitted, the back is finished, and the sleeves, too. Occasionly, there are collar pieces or cuffs, as well. Usually, your pattern will simply state to sew these pieces together, and it will not say much more than that. So, just how do you put all those pieces together, and more importantly, make them look professional and flawless? You start with two pieces at a time. Usually, you will sew the shoulder pieces up first. You will always need a "yarn needle"; a needle with a very large eye, also called a tapestry needle. Yarn should be a single-strand only. Lay both pieces out on a flat surface, right side up, with the edges you are joining next to one another. Find the place in the next row where a stitch comes together and forms a point. Place your needle under these two strands. On the other knitted piece, find the place in the next row where a stitch comes together and forms a point. Place your needle under these two strands. Go back to the first piece, draw the Twisting Yarn through completely, and repeat again. Go back into the same place you came out of on that side. Alternate back and forth until the seam is sewn. For side seams, use the Mattress Stitch. Again, lay your pieces out flat and always keep the right sides facing you. Sew under only one strand on each side when working your stitches, working from the bottom to the top. Work alternately, going in a smooth fashion from one side to another, until your seam is completed. Don't pull your yarn too tightly, but let it sew up in a natural progression. There are other techniques to sewing up the pieces of your knitting. These are the easist and when done carefully, will result in seams that sew together correctly. Knitting is so much fun, you want what you knit to look the very best it can. With proper care in finishing techniques, you will achieve what might have seemed impossible! About Author Alice Seidel :