Thursday, April 9th @ 1pm
Buttonholes are functional details that deserve as much attention as the fabric around them. This workshop explores simple, reliable buttonhole techniques that create openings which are stable, evenly sized, and suited to their purpose.
You’ll learn how buttonholes work structurally and how to choose the right type for your project.
What You’ll Learn
Understanding Buttonholes
• How buttonholes are formed in knitted fabric
• How placement affects function and appearance
Horizontal Buttonholes
• Creating openings within a row
• Managing tension for clean edges
Vertical Buttonholes
• Shaping buttonholes over multiple rows
• Maintaining stability and alignment
Planning & Spacing
• Matching button size to buttonhole size
• Evenly spacing buttonholes for consistent results
Troubleshooting
• Preventing stretched or uneven openings
• Fixing tension issues
• Evaluating whether a buttonhole will function as intended
⏱️ Takeaway
You’ll leave knowing how to create buttonholes that are neat, functional, and well-matched to your project, without hesitation or guesswork.
Homework
Using neutral-colored worsted-weight yarn and US 6, 7, or 8 needles:
• CO 15 stitches
• Work in garter stitch (knit every row) for 10 rows
• Do NOT bind off
This swatch will be used to practice multiple buttonhole techniques during class.