Plain Chunky Knit Cuffing

Unlike smooth rib cuffing, chunky knit shows an open, three dimensional structure. The material is heavier and softer, it closes less tightly and drapes pleasantly instead.

That suits everything that already has volume: cardigans, thick sweatshirts, winter jackets and hats. On thin jersey the combination looks unbalanced, because the cuffing weighs more than the fabric beside it.

Because chunky knit gives way, take off less when cutting than you would with fine rib and stretch the cuffing only lightly while attaching it. A jersey needle and a slightly longer stitch work well.