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Parsley Dishcloth Knitting Pattern
A free easy and beginner friendly dishcloth knitting pattern to spruce up your kitchen with handmade home decor or to knit as a gift! Using less than one skein of worsted cotton yarn, this one is a quick and affordable knitting project.
Cilantro Tea Towel Dishcloth Knitting Pattern
Free beginner kitchen towel knitting pattern - using worsted weight cotton yarn, this one works up really fast and is easy to knit! It’s a great idea for gift knitting or sprucing up your kitchen with a new hand knit accessory.
Buttermilk Tea Towel, Dishcloth Knitting Pattern
Buttermilk Tea Towel is free farmhouse style kitchen towel knitting pattern for a quick knit full of texture, great for knitting beginners to practice stitches and color changes and seasoned knitters looking for an easy, relaxing project. The tea towel will make lovely kitchen decor for you, or as a housewarming gift for a close one!
Parsley Tea Towel, Dishcloth Knitting Pattern
A free tea towel or hand towel knitting pattern that’s quick and easy to knit! Using only knits and purls it’s beginner friendly and will make a lovely knit gift idea.
How to Do the Knitted Cast On in Knitting
Knitted Cast On is a simple and straightforward cast on method, often chosen by beginners because of its simplicity and how similar it is to making a knit stitch. In this post we’ll look at what materials you’ll need to learn this cast on, step-by-step instructions and a few tips on working with this technique.
How to Do the Backwards Loop Cast On in Knitting
The Backwards Loop Cast On is one of the easiest cast on methods in the knitting world. In fact, it’s the first technique I learned as a knitting beginner! In this post, you’ll learn all you need to know about the Backwards Loop Cast On: the materials needed to learn it, step-by-step instructions, and a few tips to make this cast on easier for you!
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.