Uploaded February 2021 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
This is the start of the ITAG - Set In Sleeve Swatch to Sweater Tutorial by Suzanne Bryan. This is the introduction plus questions and answers. If you miss the live, you can watch later at your leisure. You can find the pattern here - ravel.me/itag---set-in-sleeve-sweater-tutorial. If you would like to be added to my email list click here - lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/ieNEW4F
Time stamps for 2-13-21
0:00 Introduction
4:04—ITAG-SIS document introduction; Suzanne describes how it works
5:14—Suzanne shows us how to access the pattern in your Ravelry library and how to get updates
7:14—On Ravelry, go to “Community”, which leads to groups, from there you can find Suzanne’s group to ask questions
9:48—Suzanne shows us the paper document for ITAG-SIS and how to access videos
12:18—Suzanne shows us how to access videos using the electronic document on a device
13:40—Suzanne discusses suitable yarns for set-in sleeves; yarn size and fiber types
22:54—repurposing yarn for another project using cold water
23:54—using another sweater as a design inspiration
25:21—adding a shawl collar to the ITAG-SIS
25:48—compensating for various stitch patterns within the sweater
27:54—how important is row gauge?
28:42—how to figure yarn quantities and gauge when using a double yarn strand
32:38—do we need to find stitch patterns ourselves for the ITAG-SIS?
34:15—is it supposed to be 1x1 ribbing or seed stitch for the teddy bear sweater?
37:03—using a tonal yarn for cables
37:34—plies in yarn; number of threads in yarn vs used as a yarn weight designation
38:27—how to estimate yarn amounts needed
38:49—if the yarn has a lot#, can yarn rotation be done differently?
40:06—what is the best option for deciding sweater size when losing weight?
40:43—what is the lightest weight yarn that you can use to work cables?
41:04—Suzanne explains recoil in yarn
42:36—do we need Ann Budd’s book for this KAL?
43:02—Suzanne shows us how using the schematic helps us get the correct shape and size
44:05—best paper to create a schematic
44:50—is the ITAG-SIS ok as a first sweater to make?
45:42—Suzanne shows us what we will learn from the teddy bear swatch
48:40—what Suzanne looks for in sweater patterns on Ravelry
53:19—should a first time sweater knitter try something more basic first?
53:58—making multiple swatches for one sweater
54:06—how to join Suzanne’s email contact list
54:27—is Aran yarn weight suitable for ITAG-SIS or better for other styles
55:01—why would a swatch made with the same yarn but different size needles have the same gauge?
55:28—why are circular needles used for the teddy bear sweater?
55:44—can you use DK weight yarn for the teddy bear sweater?
59:19—how to keep silk yarns from growing
1:01:30—where to get 8.5x11” graph paper
1:03:02—are chainette yarns ok to use for the ITAG-SIS?
1:03:14—various neckline options for ITAG-SIS
1:03:41—why there is still seaming to do for a sweater knit in the round
1:04:14—will the teddy bear sweater fit a baby?
1:04:40—short rows for the sleeve caps
1:05:19—is the ITAG-SIS similar to the ITAG drop shoulder?
1:06:07—how to measure gauge on an all-over rib pattern
If you enjoy my videos please subscribe and consider buying me a coffee on Ko-fi - ko-fi.com/suzannebryan
Where to find me:
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Knitting with Suzanne Bryan on Ravelry - ravelry.com/groups/knitting-with-suzanne-bryan
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This is the start of the ITAG - Set In Sleeve Swatch to Sweater Tutorial by Suzanne Bryan. This is the introduction plus questions and answers. If you miss the live, you can watch later at your leisure. You can find the pattern here - ravel.me/itag---set-in-sleeve-sweater-tutorial. If you would like to be added to my email list click here - lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/ieNEW4F
Time stamps for 2-13-21
0:00 Introduction
4:04—ITAG-SIS document introduction; Suzanne describes how it works
5:14—Suzanne shows us how to access the pattern in your Ravelry library and how to get updates
7:14—On Ravelry, go to “Community”, which leads to groups, from there you can find Suzanne’s group to ask questions
9:48—Suzanne shows us the paper document for ITAG-SIS and how to access videos
12:18—Suzanne shows us how to access videos using the electronic document on a device
13:40—Suzanne discusses suitable yarns for set-in sleeves; yarn size and fiber types
22:54—repurposing yarn for another project using cold water
23:54—using another sweater as a design inspiration
25:21—adding a shawl collar to the ITAG-SIS
25:48—compensating for various stitch patterns within the sweater
27:54—how important is row gauge?
28:42—how to figure yarn quantities and gauge when using a double yarn strand
32:38—do we need to find stitch patterns ourselves for the ITAG-SIS?
34:15—is it supposed to be 1x1 ribbing or seed stitch for the teddy bear sweater?
37:03—using a tonal yarn for cables
37:34—plies in yarn; number of threads in yarn vs used as a yarn weight designation
38:27—how to estimate yarn amounts needed
38:49—if the yarn has a lot#, can yarn rotation be done differently?
40:06—what is the best option for deciding sweater size when losing weight?
40:43—what is the lightest weight yarn that you can use to work cables?
41:04—Suzanne explains recoil in yarn
42:36—do we need Ann Budd’s book for this KAL?
43:02—Suzanne shows us how using the schematic helps us get the correct shape and size
44:05—best paper to create a schematic
44:50—is the ITAG-SIS ok as a first sweater to make?
45:42—Suzanne shows us what we will learn from the teddy bear swatch
48:40—what Suzanne looks for in sweater patterns on Ravelry
53:19—should a first time sweater knitter try something more basic first?
53:58—making multiple swatches for one sweater
54:06—how to join Suzanne’s email contact list
54:27—is Aran yarn weight suitable for ITAG-SIS or better for other styles
55:01—why would a swatch made with the same yarn but different size needles have the same gauge?
55:28—why are circular needles used for the teddy bear sweater?
55:44—can you use DK weight yarn for the teddy bear sweater?
59:19—how to keep silk yarns from growing
1:01:30—where to get 8.5x11” graph paper
1:03:02—are chainette yarns ok to use for the ITAG-SIS?
1:03:14—various neckline options for ITAG-SIS
1:03:41—why there is still seaming to do for a sweater knit in the round
1:04:14—will the teddy bear sweater fit a baby?
1:04:40—short rows for the sleeve caps
1:05:19—is the ITAG-SIS similar to the ITAG drop shoulder?
1:06:07—how to measure gauge on an all-over rib pattern
If you enjoy my videos please subscribe and consider buying me a coffee on Ko-fi - ko-fi.com/suzannebryan
Where to find me:
Suzanne - Off the Cuff - livestream interviews and tutorials - youtube.com/channel/UCQBgFUvQzjz1RUm9NsgEA1A
Knitting with Suzanne Bryan on Ravelry - ravelry.com/groups/knitting-with-suzanne-bryan
Knitting with Suzanne Bryan on FB- facebook.com/groups/1769286026429876
KnittingSuzanne on Ravelry - ravelry.com/people/KnittingSuzanne
Suzanne's Blog - knittingsuzanne.com
