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What Does blocking Mean in Knitting?

blocking means blocking.

Blocking · Techniques

Blocking explained

Wetting or steaming a finished piece and pinning it to shape as it dries. It evens out the stitches and opens up lace — often the difference between a piece looking homemade and looking finished.

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