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Is the neck of your turtleneck too tight?
Is the neck of your turtleneck too tight? For me, it's a common problem.

A seam ripper, some piping, a few buttons, a needle and thread...

A new look that doesn't cut off your breathing!

(Cost me nothing- the piping was leftover from another project, a friend had given me the sweater, and the vintage buttons were from a stash I picked up when my aunt passed away)

Posted by Mildred C. from Albany, New York, United States • Published See Mildred C.'s 5 projects »
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  • How to make a sweater / jumper. Open The Turtleneck - Step 1
    Step 1

    This was the normal neckline of the sweater... and a bit too tight for me.

  • How to make a sweater / jumper. Open The Turtleneck - Step 2
    Step 2

    I unfolded the neckline and found that the seam was on the side (matched a shoulder seam).

  • How to make a sweater / jumper. Open The Turtleneck - Step 3
    Step 3

    I used a seam ripper to open the side seam of the neckline.

  • How to make a sweater / jumper. Open The Turtleneck - Step 4
    Step 4

    I then used the piping sewn to finish the raw edge.

  • How to make a sweater / jumper. Open The Turtleneck - Step 5
    Step 5

    I then took 3 buttons and added them to the front flap for a new look.

  • How to make a sweater / jumper. Open The Turtleneck - Step 6
    Step 6

    Here's the finished product!

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Megan B.
Megan B. · Milwaukee, Wisconsin, US · 18 projects
such a good idea-I hate turtlenecks but like high collars-thank you for sharing this!
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mommaviv
mommaviv · Vancouver, Washington, US · 8 projects
Love this! I have a turtle neck from Old Navy's clearance rack that I couldn't resist for a mere $2.97. The only problem is it's kinda boring.....but not for long. Thanks for sharing.
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Spica
Spica · 18 projects
That’s cute. I hate wearing turtle necks ,because I hate the way it squeezes my neck. Doing that would help a lot.
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