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Knitting is not for older folks anymore. I am an avid knitter and I am in my 30's. I know that knitting sounds like it is really hard but once you have the basics, you will be able to knit...
This cardigan has a v shaped neck with a neat garter band and it goes with everything.
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...
If your hands ache from knitting or you feel clumsy or slow, Portuguese-style knitting might be for you. With this easy technique, the yarn passes around your neck (or through a pin attached to...
The purl stitch is the opposite of the knit stitch, and it is a little trickier to accomplish. This video shows you how to purl when using the Continental method of knitting.
If you are ready to try something new and different in your knitting, take a look at the woven herringbone stitch. This stitch brings texture and design to your knitting while maintaining a dense...
Once you have learned the basics of knitting, more diverse stitches can be mastered with a little time and practice. The feather and fan stitch design adds a different variation to any knitting...
This all-cotton baby washcloth is simple and quick. A set of these would make a perfect baby shower gift.
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...
Cable stitching is the process of crossing one stitch over another. This pattern can look challenging at first, but practicing the basic techniques will demystify this stitch. Cable stitching...
Everyone has seen the cable knit sweater. If you are ready to step up your knitting to the next level, try this pattern. Then you will get a taste for what it takes to make those beautiful...
Have you ever worn a sweater or worse yet, a pair of socks with a seam that rubs and irritates. By a simple knitting method called grafting, you can avoid this and have seams that are invisible...
Contrary to what its name suggests, the windmill knit pattern does not create a picture of a windmill while you knit, but creates a checked design. It is a combination of different counts of knit...
Many knitted items require a combination of knit and purl stitches, such as sweaters knitted in stockinette stitch (alternating rows of knitted and purled stitches) or items with ribbing...
Knitting is relaxing and fun. It's a hobby that produces something tangible when you are finished. It's also a hobby that you can do anywhere. Knit while you sit in the doctor's office or while...
Learn how to do the basic purl stitch in this free home hobby video.
Knitting patterns are typically written for right-handed knitters, causing frustration for lefties. With a little practice, however, left-handed knitting is possible once you get the hang of it....
Create a set of dish towels by using this simple and flexible knitting pattern. Enjoy a quick and relaxing project by working with an absorbent cotton yarn. This project is not only inexpensive,...
Daisy stitch hand warmers are an easy pattern that looks difficult and complicated. These hand warmers are a great starter project to complete before trying mittens or gloves. Here is how to knit...
My first scarf was a rib pattern knitting scarf. This was the easiest scarf to make because it uses the basic purl and knit stitch in a simple way. Anyone can learn how to make this as long as...
I wrote this free knitting pattern for all of the beginner knitters out there who want a fun, easy, quick project that they can add their own personality to. They're knit on two needles with only...
Doing ribbing on double pointed needles is not difficult. I will show you how. I am assuming you know how to knit, and also how to knit on double-pointed needles. I will include links to...
The moss stitch in knitting is a larger version of a seed stitch, combining multiple knit and purl stitches. Knit the moss stitch with tips from a knitting teacher in this free video on yarn crafts.
The double knit stitch creates a reversible, double thick piece of fabric. The technique uses two strands of yarn stitched alternately on one pair of knitting needles to create a two-layer,...
The moss stitch is one of the most basic stitches in knitting. This pattern is done by alternating a knit and purl stitch in every row. Moss stitches come in two versions, British and American.
Knitting with circular needles can be fun and easy, especially if want to create projects without seams such as hats, purses, tote bags or socks. For stockinette patterns, knit all stitches...
After getting the basics of knitting down, exploring the more intricate and detailed patterns can be fun and challenging. This nifty stitch creates a repeating inverted triangle pattern in your...
One of the more basic embellishments to knitting is the two by two rib pattern. It is great for making or edging sweaters and even making stocking caps. The knit and purl pattern create depth and...
After mastering the techniques of knitting and purling, you will want to try something a little more creative. The Swiss check pattern uses two colors of yarn to create a small checkered pattern...
Now that you have mastered the basics of knitting and purling it's time to move up to something a little more intricate. The lattice pattern is a stitch that can bring delicate detail and...
After conquering the simple knit and purl stitches, you may be looking for something a little more challenging. The bobble tree pattern is an intricate stitch used to embellish a knitted piece and...
Knitting's not just for grandma anymore. Younger and younger people are taking up this trendy hobby. Knitting groups are popping up all over the country, and lessons are readily available at craft...
The rib stitch is the one you see in the cuffs and waistband of a classic-style sweater. This stitch is more elastic and will keep its shape longer than others. Ribbing is a series of knit and...
If you want to make something besides a scarf or blanket, you'll need to learn to increase and decrease stitches. Increasing is normally done on the right side of the piece, and patterns don't...
Knitting is a fun hobby to get into. It's relaxing and will give you a lifetime of pleasure. When you learn to knit you can make handmade gifts for yourself, or to give to friends and family. A...
A little pyramid is a reversible knit pattern that lies flat. The triangles are knit and the pyramids are purl on one side. The pyramids are knit and the triangles are purl on the other side. This...
Knitting is fun to learn. It's a great pastime, letting you make special gifts for friends and loved ones. Your time and talent goes into each piece you make and when you give your gifts, it's...
After you master the knit stitch, the purl stitch is the next stitch to tackle. All but the most basic knitting patterns require a purl stitch.
The Stockinette Stitch in Knitting is called for in many patterns, especially sweaters. It is a pattern of alternating knitted and purled rows.
It is always fun to incorporate new stitches into your knitting. The embossed moss rib pattern is a series of four rows of stitches that create a ribbing pattern. It works well for projects like...
Creating knitted projects with beautiful, patterned stitches is a fun way to improve your skills. The Inverness diamond pattern is a knit stitch that creates a masculine-looking diamond pattern....
Once you become comfortable with the basics of knitting and purling, you may want to move on to a chevron knitting pattern. This stitch creates a zigzag look and can be used in many different...
Ribbing is a commonly used element in knitting projects where the ability to stretch is required. There are various ways to create ribbing, but for something truly unique, you can try the diagonal...
A box stitch is nothing more than an arrangement of knit and purl stitches that create boxes. It's a great stitch to practice knitting once you've mastered garter and stockinette. Gauge can be...
There's no single right way to make a mock cable. It's a technique that gives the illusion of a cable but doesn't involve crossing stitches. You don't need to use a cable needle. You also don't...
The great thing about knitting is once you've mastered the knit and purl stitches, you've opened up a world of possible patterns. The purled ladder stitch is a great way to show off your knit and...
When you think of thermal underwear, you probably think of warmth. This comforting stitch is surprisingly easy to knit. It includes knit and purl stitches and the pattern repeats after just four...
An elongated chevron pattern looks like a series of tall zigzags across fabric. It may look difficult to knit in an elongated chevron pattern, but it's actually easy. Even though the pattern is 16...
A layette pattern can be used for any type of clothing or blanket. However, in the U.S., a layette pattern is usually found in infant clothes. The layette pattern is made up of 9 repeating rows....
You've learned to knit and feel confident that you can do the knit stitch and the purl stitch. Now you want to try something new. The seed stitch is a basic stitch used in knitting that combines...
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