Knitting and crochet projects are some of the most rewarding makes you can create,but even the prettiest stitches can’t save a garment that doesn’t fit.

Knitting and crochet projects are some of the most rewarding makes you can create, but even the prettiest stitches can’t save a garment that doesn’t fit.

We’ve all been there: you follow the pattern, pick your size, and start with excitement only to try it on and realize it doesn’t look or feel the way you imagined. It ends up folded in the back of a drawer, unworn and unloved.

The good news is that getting a perfect fit isn’t complicated once you know what to look for. With a few simple checks before you start, you can confidently choose the right size and knit or crochet garments you’ll be proud to wear.

To help you make garments you’ll reach for again and again, I’ve put together my best tips for choosing the right size every time.