The process of manipulating finished crocheted fabric, typically with moisture and pinning, to achieve a desired shape and size is a common finishing technique. For example, a lopsided square can be transformed into a true square, and the drape of a shawl can be significantly improved.
This finishing method enhances the final appearance of a project, correcting minor imperfections and allowing the stitches to relax and even out. Historically, this technique was essential for producing professional-looking textiles before the advent of readily available, precisely manufactured yarns.
