This seam is similar to working reverse Stockinette stitch and is used to join garment edges by each row. It is typically used at side seams on sweaters worked in garter stitch at the selvedge. This seaming method is easy to remember – just think about working the “smiles” and “frowns”.
1. Place the pieces side by side. Note: garter stitch is the same on both sides, so there is no right side.
2. Start by working the figure eight or knotting on (see blog on How to Seam Garments).
3. Insert needle into the top loop (frown) on one side.
4. Insert the needle into the bottom loop (smile) of the corresponding stitch on the other side.
5. Work in this manner to the end, knot off.
References
Hiatt Hemmons, June. The Principles of Knitting. New York: Simon and Schuster, 1988.
Vogue Knitting: the Ultimate Knitting Book. New York: Sixth and Springs Books, 2002.
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