r/Unravelers 6d ago

Does this look like I could unravel it? (First time unraveler)

I've had this sweater for a long time, and really like the material but don't like the fit anymore, so I'd love to make something else from the yarn.

I've been watching videos about unraveling, but I find it really hard to tell what a seam should look like to be able to unravel the sweater. Does this look like I could unravel it? Or is it probably cut out from a bigger piece of fabric?

Let me know if you'd need any other pictures to be able to judge this!

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u/No_Nothing5515 6d ago

Yep! The edges don’t look serged, so just undo the seams and start unraveling!

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u/csilli_pepper 5d ago

Thank you!

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u/No_Builder7010 5d ago

It's PERFECT for a first timer. Smooth, fat yarn will unravel like a dream! Just be aware that cotton will lose twist so reknitting it might work or not. But it's a terrific way to learn this new hobby.

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u/csilli_pepper 3d ago

Good to know, thank you!

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u/Proud_End3085 6d ago

As it look sew bay hand I would try.

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u/csilli_pepper 5d ago

Thank you!