How to Set a Sleeve by Crochet
The method for attaching set-in sleeves in a crocheted top or sweater is very similar to the method used to set-in sleeves in a sewn garment. The finished sleeve is aligned to the armhole. Ring-type stitch markers are used to hold the sleeve in place as you slip stitch the bodice and armhole together. Stitching begins and ends at the bottom of the sleeve. This project is suited to the advanced-beginning crocheter with some experience in joinery.
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Instructions
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Turn the bodice of the garment inside out. Turn the sleeve right-side out. Insert the sleeve, lower end or cuff first into the armhole. Align the bottom seam of the sleeve to the side seam of the bodice. Connect the bodice and the sleeve at the seams, using a ring-type stitch marker. Fold the sleeve to find the top-center point of the sleeve. Place a stitch marker through that point. Attach the seam marker to the top seam of the bodice at the shoulders.
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Align the front edge of the sleeve to the front edge of the armhole. Place stitch markers about an inch apart, holding the sleeve to the bodice. Repeat to attach the back edge of the sleeve to the back edge of the armhole.
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Insert the crochet hook in the top two loops of the bodice and sleeve, where the seams meet at the bottom of the armhole. Yarn over, then draw the hook under all four loops. Yarn over, then draw the hook through the loop on the hook. Tighten the knot. Insert the hook into the next stitch to the left if you are right-handed, or to the right if you are left handed.
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Yarn over, then draw the hook through the edges of the sleeve and the bodice. Continue drawing the hook through the loop on the hook. Thus completes the first slip stitch. Continue slip-stitching in each stitch, removing stitch markers as you progress. When you reach the starting point at the lower seams, tie off and weave in loose threads.
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Repeat to set-in the opposite sleeve. Turn the garment right-side out.
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