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How to Distress a Sweater

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Let's Destroy a Sweater
Distress a Sweater

Distress a Sweater

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...pull this thread as I walk away. Well, it's not always that easy. Unraveling a sweater to your liking involves a little more patience than that.

I call it 'Precision Unraveling'. I'll show you how to use fuzzy holes, runs, and zigzagging threads to add interest to an otherwise boring sweater.

    What You'll Need:
  • Knit sweater. Preferably one that's been naughty.
  • Seam ripper or small scissors (nail scissors will work).
Once you have everything you need, let's get started...

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