Blocking Alpaca
I'm swatching and getting very excited about the 100% baby alpaca I'm hoping to use for this sweater. Before I get too excited, though, I thought I'd block my swatch to see what happens then.
What is your preferred method for blocking alpaca? I know that it can get really stretched out of shape when washed in water, but that's how I usually block things. I've never used 100% alpaca for a sweater before; I've always had at least 50% wool, which helps the piece "remember" its dimensions.
Any advice will be greatly appreciated!
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What is your preferred method for blocking alpaca? I know that it can get really stretched out of shape when washed in water, but that's how I usually block things. I've never used 100% alpaca for a sweater before; I've always had at least 50% wool, which helps the piece "remember" its dimensions.
Any advice will be greatly appreciated!
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I heavily mist it while it's on my blocking surface. The it's not pulled out of shape by wringing it out or carrying it to the blocking area.
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Sherry W, at 9:48 PM
I would be inclined to use the steam method. Pin it to the board, then hold a steam iron above and steam the swatch/garment, then let cool and dry before removing from board.
There is an excellent article this month, I think it may be in InKnit or Knitters magazine, about blocking methods for different fibers. I came across it perusing the knit mags at Borders, didn't buy it thinking that I could find the same info in my books at home, but didn't. So I will be making a trip back to Borders.
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Marji, at 12:39 PM
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