Uploaded May 2023 | Updated September 2026, 1 hour ago

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In today's episode we discuss what to look for in a pattern when adjusting for gauge - specifically choosing a size from the pattern that allows you to work a size close to your desired size, without working with the exact pattern gauge!

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*Check out Episode 2 to learn more about how gauge works:* youtu.be/Pu5JouWKsG0

*OTHER SUPPORTING EPISODES:*
*Episode 3 - Modifying Drop Shoulder Sleeves:* youtu.be/UYXGxKhJS9M
*Episode 5 - Modifying Circular Yoke Sleeves:* youtu.be/PbIqfYXrdtM
*Episode 6 - Modifying Raglan Sleeves:* youtu.be/V4BcYtN23BA

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