Learn how to knit for total beginners with this detailed knitting guide. Using video and photo tutorials, learn how to knit step by step through repetition.
How to read knitting patterns, from understanding the basic knitting abbreviations to looking at examples of written stitch patterns.
This Yarn Weight Categories Chart is an infographic with everything you need to know about knitting needles, yarn types, and projects. Since this printable yarn weight chart includes the yarn weight numbers from 0 to 7, the category, from lace to roving, the knitting needle sizes, in both US and metric measurements, as well as the ideal projects for each type of yarn, you're going to want to keep it nearby every time you're knitting. Not only is this guide to yarn weights great for a seasoned knitter, this chart is super helpful when looking for free knitting patterns for beginners who don't know much about yarn weights and related information regarding knitting. It's so nice to have on hand, we recommend printing it out and laminating it for regular use. Sign up for our free email newsletter for more amazing patterns and tutorials!
A detailed look at the difference between knit vs purl stitches, including a diagram. Everything you need to know as a beginner.
When beginning knitting, you need to learn to cast on knitting stitches. One of the most common methods is called the long-tail cast-on.
In almost ten years that I’ve been teaching people to knit, I noticed that most beginner (and not just beginner) mistakes happened because of the lack of understanding how the knitted fabric is created. The skill of understanding what happens when we make a stitch, what kind of stitch it is and how it interacts […]
How to knit two stitches together (K2tog) with this easy-to-follow tutorial. When knitting patterns ask you to knit 2 stitches together, sometimes abbreviated as k2tog, you have to know how to do it. This article shows you step-by-step how to knit two stitches together.
Knitting pattern for Easy Peasy Summer t-shirt by Katrine Hannibal for Önling Easy Peasy is Önling's new collection of knitted basics, in classic, Nordic design, with simple patterns written in a beginner-friendly language, without abbreviations.See our how-to video on how to work the cables in connection with the raglan sleeves hereThis basic summer T-shirt with pretty details in both rib hems and raglan seams, you can use all summer. We have knitted ours in light summer yarn, but you may alsouse wool yarns and use it all year round. The fit is ’oversize, i.e., with a positive ease of 10-15 cm / 4-6 inches, the body is rather short with standard armhole height and wide, short or long, sleeves finished with a rib hem. The length of both body and sleeves may easily be adjusted to design your very own version of the T-shirt. This version is knitted in our sustainable, GOTS-certified Önling No 14 yarn, a delicious mixture of cotton and linen, or our Everyday Kit.The pattern is a PDF file. Immediately after purchase you will be able to download the pattern directly from the purchase confirmation page. You will also receive an e-mail with a link to your pattern, and the pattern will be available here at the site via your personal account - so remember to create an account :-) Read more about digital knitting patterns here.Designed by Katrine Hannibal for ÖnlingSizes: XS(S)M(L)XL(2XL)3XL Bust circumference: 93(98)105(115)122(131)138 cm Length: 53(54)55(56)57(58)59 cm Armhole sleeve: 19(20)21(22)25(27)29 cm Sleeve length under sleeve with short sleeves: 4(4)4(4)4(4)4 cm Suggested needles:3 mm, 80 cm and 40 cm length3,5 mm, 80 cm and 40 cm lengthGauge: 22 sts and 32 rows in stockinette stitch on ndl 3,5 mm = 10 x 10 cmMaterials: No 14 kit300(300)350(350)400(450)450 g Önling No 14, 78% GOTS certified organic cotton and 22% linen, 50 g = 125 mWorked with one strand throughout Everyday kit100(115)130(150)160(170)185 g Önling No 14, 78% GOTS certified organic cotton and 22% linen, 50 g = 125 m35(40)45(45)50(60)65 g Önling No 13, 95% first-cut lambswool and 5% Cashmere, 1600 m = approx. 80 gWorked with one strand of each quality throughout
Learn how to knit with our full guide: We take you through the step-by-step instructions and teach you how to cast on, knit, purl, and cast off.
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3 easy knitting projects and patterns for beginner knitters to build their confidence and knitting skills with.
Learn how to start lever knitting (also known as Irish cottage style) which allows for faster, fluid movement and cuts down on repetitive wrist strain.
How to increase stitches in knitting. There are a few easy and fast ways to increase the stitches on your knitting.
Not sure what abbreviations mean in the knit patterns? Check out our handy glossary of knit abbreviations table to help you understand the patterns easily!
Find 12 EASY knitting stitch patterns for beginners! Make sample knitting swatches using these simple knit stitch patterns.
How to knit rib stitch with this easy to follow video tutorial. If you are learning how to knit take a look through my knitting tutorials.
Learn more about casting on and binding off! This Knitting Cast On and Knitting Bind Off Techniques infographic shows you that you can start and stop your knitting projects in a variety of ways. If you've ever wondered what the difference is between a standard bind-off and a tubular bind-off, or a knitted cast-on and long-tail cast-on, this free printable infographic gives you a helpful snapshot comparing techniques. While this infographic does not teach you how to cast on and bind off, it does give you an image of what the cast-ons and bind-offs look like, why they are different, and what uses each unique technique may have. Get a snapshot of the different knitting cast-ons and bind-offs with this helpful, demystifying infographic.
DIGITAL DOWNLOAD! - not a finished product Welcome to the Scrap Heap Hoodie Knitting Pattern! This is the perfect scrap project to use up a bulk of scraps. It all started when I moved house into a tiny flat, and we didn't have the space for all my yarn.. ! This hooded cardigan is split up into 7 main sections. The back and two front panels are knitted flat, the two balloon style sleeves knitted in the round and the hood / collar picked up and knitted at the end. Instructions to achieve the desired colour changing affect is explained also in the pattern. This pattern is in English only. Skills needed: Basic Knit & Purl Basic decreasing Picking up stitches Mattress stitch for sewing up at the end (lots of YouTube tutorials available!) Tools: 15mm circular needles with 60cm cable Tapestry Needle for sewing up at the end Stitch Marker Sizes: Small – UK 6-10 Medium – UK 10-16 Large – UK 16-22 Model is 5,8 UK 8-10 and wears size M Yarn: Approx. 1350g (1550g, 1750g) of super chunky yarn scraps. Finished Measurements: Knit to your own length Length in photos – 52cm Width – 62 (70, 78) cm Sleeve length – 40cm Thank you! Jess x
Photo above © Monica Hellberg This knitting tutorial / pattern is available from Ravelry... Full Post: Nettle Essence
A quick and easy DIY basket you can knit up no time flat. These small baskets are soft and flexible and can be folded down for storage.
By purchasing, you will be receiving a downloadable PDF file of the written pattern for this sweater design, and NOT A PHYSICAL ITEM. This document is strictly for personal, non-commercial use. Copy, distribution, or commercial use of this pattern or any of its parts are not allowed. Recording a YouTube video based on or "inspired by" this pattern is NOT allowed. You may NOT sell a product made from this pattern for profit. Please be respectful of these guidelines and ethically utilize the original design by KARA LEE. Feel free to contact me for any questions or concerns. DETAILS: The BASIC OPEN KNIT pattern is a unisex sweater pattern that offers sizes XS~3XL. It's a perfect base for any of your color work designs, and features a slouchy, overfit construction that compliments all body types. The pattern works up in about 3~4 days and is friendly to any beginners looking to challenge their techniques. SIZING: Men's XS (S) M (L) XL (2XL) Women's S (M) L (XL) 2XL (3XL) S Width: 17 in Length: 16 in M Width: 19 in Length: 17.5 in L Width: 21 in Length: 19 in XL Width: 23 in Length: 20 in 2XL Width: 25 in Length: 21.5 in 3XL Width: 27 in Length: 23 in LANGUAGE: English SKILL LEVEL: For Advanced Beginner knitters. Skills used: Knit, Purl, SSK, K2tg, knitting in the round, picking up stitches, Cast on / cast off. MATERIALS: -12mm circular knitting needles, 16" cord -Worsted/Aran weight yarn or equivalent of any material (Recommended Yarns: Galler Yarns W.O.W. / Malabrigo Worsted / Noro Miyabi / Noro Okunoshima) Men's XS: 2 balls (of 100g) Men's S: 3 balls Men's M: 3 balls Men's L: 3 balls Men's XL: 3 balls Men's 2XL: 4 balls -Stitch markers -Tapestry needle -Scissors Please tag me (@artbykaraleez on Instagram) with #basicopenknit if you create a OPEN KNIT sweater for yourself! I'm excited to see what you guys create :) - KARA
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