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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.
How to Read Knitting Patterns: A Quick Guide for Beginners
Learn how to read knitting patterns with this step by step tutorial for beginners! Find out what sections are included in patterns and how to read the instructions using the abbreviations!
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!
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.
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!
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!
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!
Textural Socks Knitting Pattern
Easy sock knitting pattern for beginners - Textural Socks. Featuring a faux afterthought heel, it’s easy to knit with contrast cuff, heel and toes for an interesting look!
Bronte Socks Knitting Pattern
Simple, classic cable socks knitting pattern. Easy construction and cozy look of cables, that are actually faux, which means you can work them without a cable needle!
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.
Fresh Start Headband Knitting Pattern
Simple and easy double layered headband knitting pattern for beginners. This cozy ear warmer will keep your ears warm and toasty in fall and winter!
Fresh Start Shawlette Knitting Pattern
This simple small triangle scarf knitting pattern is easy to knit also for beginners! Using just knit and purl stitches and simple increases it’s quick and pleasant to knit.
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.
Tidal Waves Top Knitting Pattern
Boho summer camisole top knitting pattern with lace stitch will make a staple in your summer handmade outfits! It knits up really fast with DK cotton yarn.
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.
Minimalist Socks Knitting Pattern
Simple and minimalist socks knitting pattern. These beginner friendly socks will make a great knit gift for a clean design lover.
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.
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.
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.
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.