CyberSeams

How To Upholster A Bench, Part 1

2012-02-17T19:06:00.000-06:00

A new tutorial is up for those of you interested in upholstery! We'll show you how to use an existing pattern and make a new pattern for a bench cushion. Read more...

Square Knitted Baby Hat with Pom Poms

2012-02-08T17:26:00.002-06:00

New knitting pattern! Here's directions for knitting a square baby hat with pom poms. Super simple and great for beginner knitters or someone who just wants to knit up a quick hat! Read more...

Announcement

2012-01-12T00:05:00.003-06:00

We must apologize that our contact form has not been working properly for some time. If you recently asked a question, it's likely that we didn't receive your email. Please drop us another line! We appreciate hearing from you and thank you for your patience while we worked to resolve the matter.

Time To Make A Christmas Stocking!

2011-11-29T18:06:00.004-06:00

It's that time of year again! Make your own custom holiday stockings with our free Christmas Stocking Pattern or make a Crazy Quilt Stocking using our free pattern and instructions! It's a great way to make a one-of-a-kind Christmas gift, and you can even use up leftover fabric to make it. Read more to view The Crazy Quilt Pattern...

Mens Adult Knee Length Socks - Designed For A Larger Calf

2011-10-28T22:34:00.001-05:00

I made this knitting pattern for mens knee length socks for two reasons. One, I wanted to make a long sock that would fit a larger man's calf (up to 17" diameter), and two, I wanted to make it quickly! So this pattern uses the DK weight yarn of your choice. Read more...

How To Knit Eyelets In Stockinette and Garter Stitch

2011-05-16T20:03:00.001-05:00

After receiving a request for an example of knitted eyelet stitches, we actually came up with two. These are the most basic examples we could think of but once you master it, there are links at the bottom of the article to more complex (and free!) patterns. Read more...

Knitting Pattern Help: Lacy Mesh Pattern Using The Continental Method

2011-05-11T00:58:00.000-05:00

This tutorial uses a two row repeating pattern that involves knit, purl, yarn over, purl 2 together, and edge stitches. It is demonstrated using the Continental Method of knitting. There's a video tutorial for right and left handed knitters within the article. Special thanks to our viewer Nina who submitted part of a pattern she needed help with! Read more...

Knitting Help: What is an Edge or Selvage Stitch?

2011-04-21T01:02:00.001-05:00

Every so often you may come upon a knitting pattern that references an edge or selvage stitch. What is it? Well, it's a simple concept that probably sounds like more than it is. Read more...

Sewing for a Good Cause

2011-03-30T22:18:00.000-05:00

Want to use your sewing skills to help others? Check out our list of organizations where your sewing skills can make a difference! Are we missing any? Please contact us to let us know!

How To Make Clothespin Toy Soldier Ornaments

2010-11-27T15:00:00.000-06:00

I learned to make these ornaments from my husband's grandmother. They're so simple to put together, and they're one of those things that always makes me think of the winter holidays. They make great gifts, stocking stuffers, or are a nice touch when tied to a bigger package. Read more...

At last! How to Purl - Continental Method is once again back on CyberSeams!

2010-11-22T21:27:00.001-06:00

Ok, I apologize for the long delay in new tutorials but we're finally getting some new stuff up here. A while back we removed the How To Purl - Continental Method videos (both right and left handed versions) because the feedback I was receiving indicated that they weren't clear enough. Well, CyberSeams is here to teach, not to confuse! So we reshot the video and included a section that explains some common errors people make with this particular stitch and how to correct them. Without further ado, please check out the following links to view the new videos or visit our YouTube page and check them out there.

And please share CyberSeams.com with your friends!

How To Make Felted Cat Toys

2010-06-04T17:02:00.002-05:00

OK! Newest project is online. I made this up as I went along, but had a lot of fun doing it. WIth a few tweaks such as leaving out the catnip or using different sized balls, you can actually use this pattern to make more than just cat toys, but since I don't have a lot in the pets department, decided to add this one in there specifically for our feline friends. Read more...

Happy Easter!

2010-04-01T18:01:00.003-05:00

Happy Easter everyone! It's not too late to do an Easter project this weekend you know! With a few basic supplies, you can make some Easter Decorations at home that can be cherished for a lifetime. Check out our Felted Easter Eggs instructions! Read more...

How To Make A Gauge Swatch

2010-02-19T00:05:00.000-06:00

Learn to make a gauge swatch for your knitting project. This helps to ensure that the pattern you're knitting is properly sized when completed. Read more...

Womens Chunky Clog Socks

2010-02-10T18:57:00.004-06:00

I made these chunky socks to wear with my clogs. I must say, as soon as I put them on my feet, it felt like I was walking on cushions - but I can still wear my shoes with them, which is what I'd intended to wear them for! These socks are thicker because they're knitted with a worsted weight yarn. Because of this, they also knit up much quicker. They have a ribbed cuff and ribbed instep for comfort and a close fit. Read more...

How To Keep Bra Straps And Tank Top Straps In Place For Good

2010-01-13T16:09:00.003-06:00

Ok, so Facebook users might be broadcasting their bra color, but that doesn't mean you have to do it in everyday life. Keep those darn straps in place once and for all with this fairly simple addition to sweaters or any other tops when you want to keep your business straight! Read more...

Awesome Photo Magnets - Personalize Your Gifts!

2009-12-11T16:26:00.001-06:00

Ever wanted to make those awesome glass magnets you see everywhere, but want them to have a personal touch? Or maybe you're looking to make a customized gift for someone - something you can't find in any stores. Well here's our tutorial showing you how to make them! Read more...

Tis The Season!

2009-12-04T16:28:00.000-06:00

It's that time of year! Free Christmas Stocking patterns to help you with your holiday creativity! Read more...

How To Sew A Dress Shirt Collar

2009-11-04T17:48:00.002-06:00

Sewing a dress shirt collar can be a little confusing, especially if you've never made one before. This is one way to attach a shirt collar. I used Simplicity 4760 as a guide, though this technique can be used on any similarly styled shirt. Read more...

Free Scarf Pattern and How To updates!

2009-10-08T23:01:00.016-05:00

Left handed knitters often have a difficult time learning to knit because the majority of knitters learn the right handed way, even if some of them write with their left hand. I had this pattern online for a while, but have since created a version that includes a left handed tutorial.

Free Scarf Pattern for Left Handed Knitters

right handed version

Free Scarf Pattern Using Yarn Overs and Knit Stitches

And some knitting techniques (videos) have been added to the How To list:

Mens Free Sock Pattern Now Available!

2009-09-30T15:48:00.000-05:00

We've got a new sock pattern for men online now, finally! I designed these for my dad. The cuff is a basic rib knit, and the sole of the sock is in garter stitch.

I hope you enjoy working on them as much as I did! Read more...

How To Make Your Own Sock Blockers

2009-07-29T00:13:00.007-05:00

Easy to follow instructions on how to make your own sock blockers. Forget spending all that money on retail plastic ones! We'll show you how to make yours for pocket change!

Make a set of these for your favorite knitter - great gift idea! Read more...

Sewing - How to Tie Off Your Thread

2009-07-16T18:01:00.007-05:00

We've had many requests to show how to tie a knot after you finish hand sewing something. For example, after you've sewn a button back on a shirt. We've updated the How To Sew By Hand - Basic Stitches article to show this tutorial.

Please pass the link along to all your non-sewing friends! You never know when you'll get stuck in a hotel with button that needs reattaching! Read more...

Mesh Market Bag with Cell Phone Accessory Pockets

2009-06-30T22:54:00.005-05:00

Check out our newest free knitting pattern for a mesh market bag with optional accessory pockets! Use it for the beach, for shopping, the gym, or for a summer purse! Read more...

Womens Adult Socks - Simple and Quick!

2009-05-09T21:20:00.006-05:00

We've uploaded our latest knitting pattern - adult socks for ladies! I wrote this pattern for anyone who wants to start knitting socks with heels but wants to keep it as simple as possible. Also the top of the sock is ribbed for a better fit. Read more...

Having trouble understanding knitting pattern abbreviations?

2009-05-05T19:02:00.007-05:00

We just updated the Knitting and Crochet Abbreviations List. If you're working on a pattern that has you scratching your head in confusion, check out the list! Better yet, bookmark it. You never know when it will come in handy!

Free and Super Easy! Felted Easter Eggs!

2009-04-02T20:42:00.007-05:00

We've got a new project that is fun for kids and adults alike. These Felted Easter Eggs are easily made using just a few items from the local craft store. Oh, well, and maybe your underwear drawer! Once they're felted you can sew or pin beads and ribbons to them for an extra fancy look! Read more...

Knitting a Scarf Pattern That Has Yarn Overs

2009-03-10T15:58:00.005-05:00

We put together this tutorial for a simple scarf pattern that involves yarn overs, dropped yarn overs and basic knitting skills. Follow along by getting the free pattern and watching the video demonstration! Read more...

The Final Tote Bag Video Tutorial is Now Online!

2009-03-05T13:35:00.012-06:00

The final video tutorial for the tote bag pattern is now online. This video demonstrates how to add a lining to the bag and the pockets. Because everyone's bag will be a little different based on the type of yarn used or how much it was felted, we show how you can measure and create a lining to fit your exact bag.

To view the video and Part 2 of the pattern, Read more...

Another Video Tutorial For Our Free Tote Bag Pattern

2009-03-03T21:28:00.010-06:00

There's a new video added to the tutorial for the Felted Tote Bag Pattern!

It demonstrates how to attach magnetic snaps on the outer pockets. Read more...

Free Knitting Pattern - Two Color Baby Hat

2009-02-16T18:28:00.009-06:00

We've got a new baby hat pattern online! This one has two colors, with an optional pom pom on the top and earflaps. It knits up quickly and goes great with our Baby Socks pattern! This is an easy pattern for beginners learning to knit in the round and knit with more than one color. So come check it out! Read more...

How to Make I-Cord

2009-02-16T17:07:00.006-06:00

Learning to make i cord is one of those knitting skills that you might not have thought about learning until it shows up in a pattern somewhere. When you learn how to do it though, it can really open up new possibilities. Read more...

How to Make a Pom Pom

2009-02-05T20:00:00.002-06:00

A new craft tutorial is up! We'll show you how to make a pompom with some yarn, a pair of scissors, and a ruler. No need for special gadgets! Read more...

Knitting Needle Conversion and Size Chart

2009-02-03T19:36:00.000-06:00

Convert your US needles to metric sizes or vice versa. This knitting needle size chart covers the size equivalents for US, UK, European and an Older US system of needle sizing. Read More...

Baby Socks - Two Color Socks for Newborns to 6 mos and Preemies

2009-01-22T17:31:00.001-06:00

These easily knit baby socks are made with two colors of horizontal stripes in the round, with a solid colored heel and toe area. They are sized for babies newborn to 6 months old, and optionally for preemies. Get The Pattern

How to Dye Wool Roving With Kool-Aid

2009-01-15T22:29:00.002-06:00

Learn to dye wool roving (or any wool, actually) with Kool-Aid! It's fairly fast, simple, and costs very little to do. Read more..

New Knitting Pattern: Linen Knit Stitch Placemat

2008-12-11T23:44:00.000-06:00

Decorate your home with this easy to make knitted placemat. This is also a perfect gift for someone who enjoys handmade home accents. It's knitted with any fingering weight yarn and size 10 straight needles. The finished size is 12" x 20" and you can easily adjust the pattern to fit your size needs.

CyberSeams Items For Sale!

2008-12-10T23:07:00.000-06:00

Like the example work shown on CyberSeams tutorials? We've made some available for purchase!

Visit the store at http://threadandyarn.etsy.com! Quantities are currently limited and prices are low, so catch them while you can!

Handmade Holiday Punch Needle Ornaments – Mounted Onto a Greeting Card

2008-12-05T23:18:00.001-06:00

These neat handmade greeting cards start out as a card and come apart to become a treasured holiday ornament! You'll learn how to make an ornament with a punch needle, and optionally mount it on a greeting card as a gift and card all in one. You can embellish it as much or as little as you like, so it's something even a person with no sewing experience can do and look like a pro doing it! Use it as a gift tag, or as the gift itself! Customize it further by adding a personal message on the back.

New Knitting Pattern - Great Gift Idea!

2008-10-17T23:16:00.000-05:00

Use your leftover yarn and make a great present for the person who has everything! This is a great holiday gift idea and will help keep your MP3 player protected from dings and scratches. Alternatively, you can use this pattern to hold anything, not just an iPod! Read More...

Knitting and Picking up Stitches

2008-10-07T22:46:00.000-05:00

We've got a new tutorial available for knitters!

There have been many requests for instructions on what exactly it means when you're knitting and the pattern says to "pick up stitches." So, we created a tutorial explaining all about it.

Another New Free Pattern - For Straight Knitting Needles!

2008-09-09T15:25:00.001-05:00

Adult Loose Winter Cap Pattern - For Straight Needles

We're happy to oblige with this new hat pattern, designed to be knitted with straight knitting needles. It's not totally plain - we threw in some decorative stitches - horizontal seed stitch lines - but you can easily omit them and still have great results. The ribbing on the base of the cap allows it to fit most heads.

New Free Knitting Pattern - For Straight Needles!

2008-08-18T19:31:00.000-05:00

Adult Hat Pattern Fitted & Knitted - for Straight Needles

This is a free basic pattern for a hat. This pattern is meant for straight needles and the sides are then joined after it's knitted together. Perfect for beginners or anyone who doesn't want to fuss with circulars or DPNs!

How to Braid - new tutorial is up!

2008-08-04T21:50:00.000-05:00

We're beginning to delve into basic macramé techniques and the first of these is How to Braid. You can see the new tutorial and video here!

Learning to knit? Here's some techniques!

2008-07-07T16:33:00.000-05:00

There's some new additions to the tutorials that I'd like to mention here:

How to Knit - How to Increase and Decrease Stitches

And the left handed version is here: How to Knit Left Handed - How to Increase and Decrease Stitches

We've also updated How to Knit - Weaving in Loose Ends with yarn needle techniques, to supplement the crochet needle option.

What's coming up? Well, we've received many requests for knitting with circulars and DPNs (double pointed needles) and also will be sharing some basic macramé knots. We've also got some basic sewing techniques in the works so keep your eyes open for more from Cyberseams!

New Pattern! Knitted Felted Tote Bag with Pockets!

2008-06-19T18:47:00.000-05:00

I wanted to create a bag with pockets for my knitting projects. It seems like whenever I go to the store and check out the bags they have for knitting, one thing seems to be severely lacking - pockets! So, I set out to make my own pattern and this is what I came up with:

The great thing about this pattern is that if you need more pockets, you simply add them! And you can add them wherever you want them! The pattern includes instructions for the bag, a large sized pocket and a small sized pocket. If you need more large pockets you can make more, or if you need a bunch of small pockets, you can just have a bunch of smaller ones. If you need a deeper bag, the pattern explains where to do this. The instructions also explain how to line the bag and the pockets, and the pockets use magnetic snaps so you don't have to fool around with making buttonholes or getting the button undone. A video tutorial is on its way shortly to help beginners with this project. Happy knitting!

New Knit Stitch tutorial online!

2008-06-02T16:34:00.000-05:00

We've got a new knit stitch tutorial Here

Zipper Tutorial For Pants With A Fly Front

2008-05-23T21:53:00.000-05:00

A new zipper tutorial is now online here

This is a good general reference for anyone making their own pants, trousers, jeans; any article of clothing with a fly front. The example uses a Suitability pants pattern, and also can be used to substitute a button fly on patterns such as McCalls 4745 Civil War Costume.

The tutorial has still shots and video tutorials to help you along.

Reinforcement and Decorative Stitching

2008-05-21T14:53:00.000-05:00

Chances are that if you've ever seen a pair of blue jeans, you've seen a bartack. Read More...

Learn to Follow a Knitting Pattern

2008-05-20T18:37:00.000-05:00

k2tog, wl.fwd, k2tog...

Ever wondered what those knitting abbreviations would look like in action? The first of a group of knitting abbreviation tutorials is online and ready to show you!

View the latest tutorial here: How to Follow a Knitting Pattern - Basic Rib Knit with Eyelets

Knitting Abbreviations

2008-05-18T02:47:00.000-05:00

Ever tried knitting and became so confused over the abbreviations that you never finished your project? Well, we now can take some of that confusion away! Here's our comprehensive list of knitting abbreviations.

And coming very soon: a video tutorial of a knitting pattern - so you can see an example in action!

New toddler sock pattern!

2008-05-15T17:52:00.000-05:00

We've got a new toddler sock pattern for knitting in the patterns section of CyberSeams.

Check it out Here!

New Greeting Card Craft Project!

2008-05-06T01:56:00.000-05:00

We've got a brand new greeting card project up - just in time for Mothers Day! If you've been wanting to do something creative and handmade, this project is for you! There's a free background image download which you can build your design upon.

This pattern is also great as a greeting card or gift idea for weddings, birthdays and baby showers, to name a few. Try it out and give it your own creative twist!

Check out the pattern now!

Fixed a button and new patterns coming soon!

2008-04-29T18:08:00.001-05:00

Just a quick mention here - there was a bug in the "Add this site to your Google page" button which has been fixed. If you previously attempted to add the site and it wasn't displaying properly, please delete the old one and click on the button again to re-add the link.

If you're viewing this on the CyberSeams web site, you can add this news page to your iGoogle home page by visiting the CyberSeams blog and clicking on the "Add This Site to Your Google Page!" button on the right menu.

In other news, we've got some new patterns on their way, just in time for Mothers Day! Keep an eye out - video tutorials and printable patterns will accompany the instructions.

Hand Sewing Techniques

2008-04-10T09:38:00.001-05:00

Hello everyone! We've got some new sewing tutorials and an article online: Sewing by Hand - Learn Basic Sewing Techniques.

This article shows you how to sew a straight stitch and a whip stitch by hand.

New! Knitting patterns are being added to the site

2008-03-26T17:51:00.000-05:00

Greetings everyone! I have added a new category to Cyberseams - Knitting patterns! If anyone out there would like to submit one, please let me know! Of course credit will be given, and let me know if you have a web site to link to!

Here's a link to a free pattern for Knitted Baby Booties - Sizes Newborn to 6 months Enjoy!

CyberSeams Mentioned on Threadbangers

2008-03-25T16:57:00.000-05:00

A major Thank you! to the wonderful folks at Threadbangers for mentioning CyberSeams! Threadbangers has some great weekly shows - it's all about do-it-yourself, and of course we applaud that concept wholeheartedly! If you have a chance, check them out!

And in the time being, here's one of their newest videos,
Threadheads: Knit Happens, How to knit a Pidge Scarf

More new tut's!

2008-03-18T20:57:00.001-05:00

We've got more new tutorials uploaded today!

Knitted Cast On

Knitted Cast On for Left Handers

Increase and Decrease Stitches

Increase and Decrease Stitches for Left Handers

Make a Slip Knot

Busy, busy, busy!! Continental Knitting and Left Handed Knitting!

2008-03-17T22:14:00.000-05:00

Oh my goodness, so much to do! Thanks to everyone for your patience in waiting for the new tutorials. It's not so much a problem to get them on film, but the process of converting said film and then adding the instructions and the accompanying article - it can get a little hairy sometimes. So, again, thank you! I now have some new things to share!

First off, thanks to a wonderful suggestion from a viewer, CyberSeams is now providing Left Handed knitting instructions. It didn't occur to me to include those - I now can't imagine why not! Wonderful suggestion and I so hope that anyone who has been using the "but I'm left handed!" excuse will now be excuse-free and happily knitting!

We've got new tutorials on the Continental Method for knitting up and more are on the way. Here are the links to the new tut's:

How to Knit and Purl Using the Continental Method

How to Knit and Purl Left Handed Using the Continental Method

More are on the way later this week!

Whats on the cutting table this week?

2008-02-25T15:45:00.000-06:00

So, this week is going to be another one of those marathon video weeks for CyberSeams. I get requests all the time, and LOVE it - because many times people send in ideas of things I just wouldn't come up with. It works for me: gives me ideas, and it works for them: they get to see what they're asking to see.

So, if anyone has a topic request for a tutorial that includes either sewing, knitting or a craft project (or a combination thereof) please feel free to drop us a line!

So, what's on the cutting table right now? Well, we're working on tutorials for the following subjects: Knitting using the Continental Stitch method, Knitted Cast-On, and some hand sewing techniques.

In the not-too-immediate future, we've got more sewing-clothing tutorials. Some projects are ready for filming, but with such a hectic schedule lately, I'm having a little difficulty finding time to commit to them right this moment, so I'm not willing to make a commitment for the release date. I'm hoping they will be coming out in the next 2 months though - just in time for spring!

To see our current tutorials, Click here!

I'd like to thank everyone for taking time to check out the site and offer suggestions. My whole goal is to serve YOU, so I appreciate constructive feedback and notes of encouragement! Have a great week, everyone!

New Blog!

2008-02-18T19:24:00.000-06:00

Hello and thanks for visiting! I'm happy to announce the new CyberSeams blog! The main purpose of this is to share the weekly workings of the CyberSeams staff: what we're busy with, what's finished and what's new. It's a bit of a supplement to the Latest News on the Home Page.

So, thank you for visiting and check back with us soon!