Knitting Tutorials
Knitting tutorials
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Jacob’s Ladders in Knitting and Crochet
Jacob's Ladders add bold texture to any project. See a few different ways of making the necessary loops in both crochet and knitting, then learn how to chain those loops together to form the ladder.
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Knit Stitch – Right-Handed and Left-Handed
Learn to knit the knit stitch! This basic stitch is the foundation of knitting. See two different styles, called English (throwing) and continental (picking), for both left-handed and right-handed knitting.
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Wrap and Turn Short Rows in Garter Stitch
Learn how to knit wrap and turn short rows in garter stitch! Short rows are a great tool to add smooth curves and shaping to your knitting. The "wrap & turn" method is one of the most commonly used short row techniques, and is particularly easy in garter stitch.
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Folding and Seaming an Origami Bag
With some simple folding and seaming, you can turn a plain rectangle into an origami bag! This tutorial is designed to go along with my Felted Origami Bag pattern, but the same techniques can be used with any knit or crochet rectangle.
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Sweethearts Ear Warmer Knitting Tutorial
The Sweethearts Ear Warmer will keep your ears warm and cozy, with a reversible, double knit, heart design. Learn how to make it in this step-by-step knitting tutorial, including some tips for adjusting the size. Get the free written pattern here, and follow along!
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Kfb Increase – How to Knit Front and back
The knit front and back (kfb) increase is one of the easiest to learn. It creates a visible bump, which can be very useful in the right situations. Learn how to work this increase, and some of the places you may want to use it.
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3-Needle Bind Off Knitting Tutorial
Join 2 layers of knit fabric while binding off at the same time, and all without any sewing! The 3-needle bind off combines 2 sets of live stitches together, leaving a decorative ridge.
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How to Read Mosaic Knitting Charts
Mosaic knitting is a colorwork technique using only 1 color at a time. The charts for mosaic knitting are just a little bit different from other colorwork charts. Learn how to read mosaic knitting charts in this video tutorial!
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How to Knit a Cord with the Clover Wonder Knitter
Clover sent me their new Wonder Knitter to try out and review. Learn how to knit a cord with it in this tutorial. This upgraded take on a spool knitter is so fast and easy, it's addictive. Create all sorts of cords and other fun projects in no time. It's great for kids too!
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Knit Left Cross (LC) Stitch – 3 ways
The left cross (lc) is a versatile stitch that can be used for delicate cables, swirls, and other fun textures. Learn 3 different ways to knit this stitch, all of which give you the same result. Choose whichever is more comfortable for you!
