Got a baby on the way? Or maybe you just want to give away something more personal at your friends baby shower. This blanket is a great first project for the novice knitter and will make a great...
Casting on is the first step of any knitting project. It is the process by which you place the first row of stitches on the knitting needle. The double cast-on described here is one of the...
The knit stitch is a fundamental of knitting. This stitch produces a knitted fabric face consisting of a series of flat, vertical loops. It's one of the easiest stitches to learn.
The purl stitch is the reverse of the knit stitch. These two stitches are fundamental movements in knitting and form the basis for all other knitting stitches.
Every knitter, whether beginning or experienced, needs a few basic materials. Start with these necessities and then add to your collection as you work more projects.
Some knitters find that using the left hand to control the flow and tension of yarn is more comfortable. This method of doing the basic knit stitch is commonly referred to as "Continental."
Try this method of knitting a purl stitch, one of the basic movements in knitting, if you prefer to hold the knitting yarn in your left hand rather than your right.
Most knitting patterns you will encounter will be written out rather than charted or graphed. Start with a simple project and work your way up to more complex patterns.
These knitting stitches are ideal for beginners. Practice these stitches first with a ball of inexpensive yarn and a pair of knitting needles. Before you know it, you'll be ready to take on...
Scarfs are ideal during winter and can keep you warm in cold weather. This scarf is easy to knit and you'll want to make one for yourself and another to give away as a gift. Follow these easy,...
When converting your crochet pattern to a knitting pattern, remember to measure the gauge before you begin so the finished project will be the correct size or shape.
If you drop a stitch while knitting, you don't need to live with a gap in your garment, or even laboriously pull out all the rows back to the dropped stitch. You can retrieve the dropped stitch or...
Hooked on knitting? You're not alone--it's the latest craze. Invite your
friends to join you while you knit one, purl two, and spin yarns. Even
teens are getting into it--boys as well as girls....
A knitting machine, sometimes called a knitting loom or knitting frame, constructs knitted fabrics. Patterns can be stitched into the fabric by using punch cards, a computer, or by manipulating...
Knitting by hand is a creative and relaxing way to construct some of your favorite clothing items. The three basic actions are casting on, knitting and purling.
The knitting loom is an easy alternative to the circular needle. You can use a knitting loom to make many different kinds of patterns, such as hats and sleeves.
To knit a sweater is to feel a great sense of accomplishment. A sweater may seem overwhelming, but all you need are some instructions, the necessary materials and practice. Begin with a mini...
Whether you are new to knitting or are a seasoned pro, you can always benefit from taking a knitting class. Not only will you acquire additional skills and confidence, but you will have access to...
The picot stitch is an eye-catching alternative to the typical rolled edges, hems and garter stitches. The word "picot" is French for "small points." Whether it be a sweater for an adult or a hat...
The ladder stitch is sometimes called the mattress stitch. It is an ideal stitch to join the edges of two fabrics, such as joining the seams of an armhole onto the body of a sweater. The ladder...
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