noun
- a knitting technique where stitches are cut to create openings for sleeves or necklines
Usage: knitting terminology
Examples
- She learned steeking to add sleeves to her sweater.
- The traditional Fair Isle cardigan required steeking for the front opening.
- Steeking allows knitters to work garments in the round and cut openings later.
- Many knitters find steeking intimidating at first.
- The wool’s natural felting properties make steeking possible without unraveling.