How to Basics
Loose Ends: Do a Needleless Cable
Watch Vickie Howell to learn how to do the Kitchener Stitch - perfect for finishing the toe of your knitted socks.
Loose Ends: Do the Kitchener Stitch
Learn how to do the Kitchener stitch with loose ends. Seam knitted pieces seamlessly using the Kitchener stitch.
Make One Purlwise (M1Pw)
This technique for creating an increase works on the wrong side of your work.
Beginners Guide to Picking Up Stitches
Picking up stitches is a technique used to add on new pieces of knit fabric to a project without a seam (and fantastic tec …
Learn to Knit: Knit 2 Together - K2 Tog
Learn how to put two knit stitches together referred to in patterns and instructions as Knit 2 Together.
How to Hold the Yarn and Knitting Needles
The right needle is held as if holding a knife. The left needle is held lightly in the same position, with the needle tips …
How to Make a Slip Knot for Knitting
A slip knot is the starting point for just about everything you'll do in knitting. It is also the basis for all …
How To Make 7 Common Macrame Knots and Patterns
Macrame patterns and knots are an easy and affordable craft to learn. It requires very few tools and just some simple know …
How to Make Pompoms
It's easier than you think to make pompoms! Find out how in this article, complete with step-by-step video. As a bonus..
To Swatch or Not to Swatch?
How do you make sure that the sweater you’re making will fit? Make a gauge swatch! A gauge swatch is a small sample of your..
