Knitting Tutorials
Knitting tutorials
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How to Wind Yarn from a Hank
Some yarns, particularly hand dyed or artisan yarns, come in hank format. These yarns need to be wound into a cake or ball before they can be used. Learn how to use a ball winder and a tabletop swift to wind yarn from a hank into a cake!
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Make 1 Right (m1r) and Make 1 Left (m1l) Knitting Increases
Learn how to work the make 1 right (m1r) and make 1 left (m1l) increases. These right and left leaning increases add a stitch without leaving a large hole. They're perfect for sweaters, socks, and anywhere else that you need paired or directional increases.
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Slip Slip Knit (ssk) Decrease Tutorial
Learn how to work the slip slip knit decrease, abbreviated as ssk. This is a very common decrease in knitting. By twisting the stitches before you knit them together, you can create a decrease that leans to the left.
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Knit 2 Together (k2tog) Tutorial
Learn how to work the knit 2 together decrease, abbreviated as k2tog. This is one of the easiest and most common decreases in knitting. Working 2 stitches together as one, you can create a decrease that leans to the right.
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Knitting Backwards – Garter Stitch Without Turning!
Have you ever knit something really narrow like a border or edging worked sideways? Turning your work after every few stitches can get really annoying. Knitting backwards is the solution! By working the knit stitch backwards, you can knit garter stitch without ever turning your work at all. That makes it much faster too!
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2-Color Simple Bind Off for Double Knitting
You've finished your double knitting project, now how do you bind off? There are lots of methods to choose from! The 2-color Simple Bind Off creates a smooth, low profile edge that alternates between the two colors.
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Double Knitting from a Chart – Reversible Colorwork
You know how to knit, but do you know how to double knit? Double knitting is a versatile technique that creates two layers of fabric at the same time. Learn how to create reversible, colorwork designs by double knitting from a chart!
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2-Color Long Tail Cast On for Double Knitting
Create a smooth, low profile edge for your double knitting with the 2-color, long tail cast on! Using a 2nd color in place of the long tail, you can alternate between picking up stitches in the two different colors.
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Rosette Stitch Knitting Tutorial – Left and Right Handed
Learn how to knit the rosette stitch! This lovely, textured stitch is easier than it looks. The simple, 4-row repeat works over any number of stitches.
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Twisted Knit Stitches in Loop Yarn
For normal knit stitches in loop yarn, we try not to let the loops twist. However, twisting them on purpose can create some fun textures! See how to make twisted knit stitches in loop yarn, and the different textures they create.
