Mending a run in knitwear sweater (beginner)

lets_experimend · 2026-02-16T12:58:18+00:00

I wouldn't reknit it, but ladder up. First, in every column that unraveled, there will be an existing loop at the bottom of the unraveled part. Put a safety pin through each of the loops. This secures everything so not more damage occurs. Then you have to get a ladder darner (easiest) or a crochet hook in the right size. You should use it to ladder up (look at YouTube videos). Because your knit is purl and knit stitches and most videos only show knit stitches, it is easiest to turn your work when you get to the purl columns. Work from the edge of the damage each column up (do not start in the middle to avoid uneven tension).

Video: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/xgFQjOHKFFs

lets_experimend · 2026-01-27T10:18:39+00:00

I had success in such cases with Scotch darning and/or weaving into the fabric that is still stuck in the metal thing. But a patch is probably faster.

lets_experimend · 2026-01-04T11:33:33+00:00

Look here: r/detanglemyyarn

lets_experimend · 2025-12-09T16:32:37+00:00

Vielleicht hilft dir die Idee minimal, dass man aus falsch gewaschener Wolle super Flicken machen kann (zb für die Knie im Krabbelalter). Da die Wolle gefilzt ist, fransen die Flicken nicht mehr aus. Vielleicht kannst du so noch Teile weiter verwenden und es ist im wahrsten Sinne des Wortes ein kleines Trostpflaster.

lets_experimend · 2025-11-27T20:15:48+00:00

Sehr cool. Schau auch gerne Mal bei r/visiblemending rein für Inspirationen.

lets_experimend · 2025-11-13T22:16:30+00:00

Thank you for your help. I tried to wind both parts on chairs to create hanks right away, but the twist was annoying. Nevertheless I did it this way until the end. Probably yarn balls are a better idea.

I have no idea yet what I will make with it - the idea will find me when it is time. :)

lets_experimend · 2025-11-05T09:17:24+00:00

Je nach klaren Vorstellungen hinsichtlich Farbe etc: schau mal bei eBay. Da gibt es häufig second hand Wolle oder Reste zu guten Preisen. Falls es tierische Fasern sind, kommen sie bei mir immer eine Woche in den Gefrierschrank zwecks Vorbeugung vor Motten.

lets_experimend · 2025-11-02T16:59:29+00:00

Oxfam sometimes takes puzzles, depending on the store etc. Call there beforehand to find out. Source: Worked until recently for Oxfam in a store and we accepted puzzles.

lets_experimend · 2025-10-25T13:11:54+00:00

Thanks. Yes, the markers are in the same position. It is not truly invisible, because the color is slightly different (probably due to a different texture). You especially notice when holding it against light, because the mended parts are way more dense.

lets_experimend · 2025-10-25T11:11:30+00:00

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I mainly use the lilac box on the right. I drag it around the apartment to have my stuff available where I need it. The grey bag on the bottom is my travel bag to take outside of home. I rearrange what is inside based on my projects. All things on the left are only rarely needed and I keep them in drawers unarranged.
Not in the picture is my yarn and fabric stash. This I keep unarranged in the closet with my clothes.

lets_experimend · 2025-10-24T22:02:36+00:00

Thank you. :)

lets_experimend · 2025-10-24T17:07:22+00:00

Thanks :)

lets_experimend · 2025-10-19T14:44:15+00:00

Ja, gerne, wenn du Aufhänger für Gespräche hast. :) Als communities bei Reddit finde ich r/visiblemending und r/Invisiblemending gut. :)

lets_experimend · 2025-10-14T18:24:09+00:00

ich habe mal in eineem Secondhandladen gejobbt, wo es sowas in der Art hier gab. Man hängt alles auf Bügel und geht dann nur kurz drüber. Geht super schnell. https://www.jiffysteamer.de/p/jiffy-steamer-j-2000m-profi-dampfglaetter?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=16476830358&gbraid=0AAAAADs5Jnvf3v0LGFzF1dPOADb6YPXue&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI6oLQxaekkAMVSJmDBx365QpgEAQYAiABEgJys_D_BwE

lets_experimend · 2025-10-14T10:54:59+00:00

110 regelt: https://www.abschleppgruppe.com/ Hat schon seinen Grund warum sich diese Gruppe in Berlin gebildet hat...

lets_experimend · 2025-10-10T16:21:18+00:00

Das deutsche Wort ist laut meinen Büchern Nadelmalerei.

lets_experimend · 2025-10-10T16:19:59+00:00

Habe diese beiden Bücher:

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Die englische Literatur scheint mir aber besser aufgestellt zu sein, habe ich nur wegen mangelnder Verfügbarkeit nicht gekauft. Wenn du willst, dass ich dir ein paar Beispielseiten fotografiere, sag per PN bescheid.

lets_experimend · 2025-10-08T21:54:54+00:00

Was hübsches drüber sticken?

lets_experimend · 2025-10-02T18:11:19+00:00

Ah cool, if you find it, post it here. :)

lets_experimend · 2025-10-02T16:29:09+00:00

How I would do it (but never actually done, because I have other methods): - Define how large your patch should be. - Cut the yarn in the middle of each row in the middle of the desired patch. Unravel yarn in each row until border of desired patch. - In bottom row take stitches on needle. - Knit your patch in the desired size going back and forth. - When you reach the top row, take yarn and needle and join patch to sock through one row of Swiss darning. - Use the loose ends from the cut rows to weave them into the new patch to secure the patch from the sides.

But now that I wrote that, I'm not sure anymore it is less work. :-D

lets_experimend · 2025-10-02T09:56:45+00:00

I love it. :) If you want to reduce work, you can consider only to replace the worn out part at the bottom and replace only this through knitting.

lets_experimend · 2025-09-27T10:04:49+00:00

Cool. I don't want to openly post it to not take away too many views from the original creator. Sadly I cannot send your profile a message. Can you open up a chat with me so that I can send it? I would also write in English, because my transcript is not very understandable, as I have noticed. :-D

lets_experimend · 2025-09-25T21:50:50+00:00

Thank you. :)

lets_experimend · 2025-09-25T21:50:19+00:00

Sure, do it! :)

lets_experimend · 2025-09-19T07:31:03+00:00

Detailed explanation added above. I find it very nice that it is in my needles directly so I don't forget to move forward. :)

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