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How to Do the Long Tail Cast On in Knitting

The Long Tail Cast On is one of the most popular cast on methods in knitting! It’s simple to learn, quite versatile and creates a neat edge. In this post, you’ll learn all you need to start using the Long Tail Cast On: from materials, through step-by-step tutorial to a few of tips on working with this method.

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How to Cast On in Knitting for Beginners - 3 Simple Methods

If you want to learn knitting, you’ll first want to know how to cast on! Casting on is the first step in any knitting project. It’s a technique of creating the first stitches on your knitting needle. When you’re just starting, casting on may seem a little daunting - but with a clear tutorial and a bit of practice, you’ll be ready to go and create your first project!

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How to Make a Slip Knot in Knitting

Do you want to learn how to tie a slip knot for knitting projects? In this quick step-by-step tutorial, I’ll show you how to make a slip knot in an easy way. Read on to learn a simple way for making a slip knot, which you’ll use to start many knitting projects.

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10 Reasons Why Knitting Is a Great Hobby

Are you searching for a new hobby and have knitting on your shortlist, but you’re unsure if knitting is the best hobby for you? If you wonder why you should start knitting - get ready to be convinced with at least one of the ten reasons I’m sharing today from my experience!

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Seafoam Socks Knitting Pattern

Knit cozy socks with a fold over cuff with Seafoam Socks knitting pattern. The socks feature ribbing on the cuff, back of leg and heel and a textured ridge pattern on the front of leg and instep, and they have a cozy and classic feel, so you can be sure to wear them regardless of the current trends!

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How to Read Knitting Charts - A Quick Guide

Learn how to read knitting charts that you can often find in knitting patterns - how to read the chart, identify the symbols in the chart key, how to knit from the chart when working flat and in the round, and how to understand cable knit charts!

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School Day Socks Knitting Pattern

Simple and classic sock knitting pattern! The School Day Socks are worked toe-up, with a stripe pattern, which continues on the back of heel as well! It’s a rather easy knit pattern to enjoy in autumn to knit your own hand knit cozy socks.

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Flâneur Top Knitting Pattern

Simple and romantic summer tank top knitting pattern - knit it with or without the ruffles around the armholes! Using fingering weight yarn, it’s a light and comfortable summer piece that’s classic and will match lots of outfits.

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Cozy Wafer Socks Knitting Pattern

Cosy Wafer Socks are perfect to snuggle your feet in the colder season! Quick and easy to make - worked cuff down with a classic heel flap and gusset construction, these may be the perfect choice for your first hand knit sock pair.

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Snuggly Socks Knitting Pattern

These cozy, textured knits will be a perfect make for any home lover! Designed with gift knitting in mind, this easy and simple striped cabin sock knitting pattern is quick to make using worsted weight yarn - just in time for last minute handmade gifts.

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Joyful Socks Knitting Pattern

These cheerful socks with bobbles are fast and simple to knit! Easy sock knitting pattern for cute home socks uses worsted weight yarn and features a classic cuff down construction with a heel flap.

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Craft Socks Knitting Pattern

Create a thoughtful gift for a tradition lover when you make Craft Socks, cable knit socks with mirrored cable detail. These are simple, easy and quick worsted weight socks, perfect as gifts for those who love the traditional, classic look of knitwear and accessories.

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Giftables Socks Knitting Patterns

Spruce up your gift knitting with these four easy and simple sock knitting patterns for cozy boot socks. Using worsted weight yarn, these socks knit up really fast and they’re sock beginner friendly due to the cuff down construction with a heel flap.

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