Tutorials

When knitting a garment or any project in the round, your final fit depends on accurately matching the pattern's gauge. Because most knitters have different tension when they knit versus purl, you must knit your gauge swatch using only the knit stitch  to accurately predict your tension in the round. Historically, this required cutting the yarn at the end of every row and leaving long tails, which was time-consuming and wasteful. This Short Loop  technique offers a streamline

1x1 ribbing is a fundamental and useful technique for machine knitters, offering a specific set of benefits that differ from other types...

Silver Reed machines  (Singer, Knitmaster, Studio, Empisal, Elna) often use interchangeable ribbers. The primary compatibility factor is...

When you're knitting on a machine, a clean, even start to a ribbed project can make all the difference. While it might seem a bit tricky...

Ever wished you could try on your sweater before committing to the final bind off? Or wanted to add a perfectly integrated border to your...

Have you ever finished a knitted project and wished you could add a little something extra? A pop of color, a small motif, or even just a...

Looking for a knitting technique that’s as clever as it is practical? Meet the I-cord belly button cast-on. Its playful name hides a...

When embarking on a circular knitting project, achieving a seamless, polished start can set the tone for the entire piece. Enter the...

Joining in the round is a fundamental technique in knitting, perfect for creating seamless, continuous projects like hats, sleeves, and...

Achieve a clean, double-sided edge with the 2x2 tubular cast-on. Using a provisional cast-on and careful stitch alignment, this method...

In the realm of knitting, there's always room for creativity and elegance. Enter the isosceles triangle shawl—a unique twist on the...

The Backwards Loop Cast-On method, sometimes referred to as the "e-wrap cast on," is a convenient and straightforward technique in...

Encountering moments in a pattern where you must cast on mid-work is quite common. Essentially, you're adding stitches after your initial...

Mastering the PFB (Purl Front and Back) Increase in Knitting When it comes to increasing stitches in your knitting projects, PFB  (Purl...

A Stretchy and Decorative Finishing Technique The Icelandic Bind-Off is a versatile and practical method used to finish knitting projects...

The German Twisted Cast On, also known as the Old Norwegian Cast-On or the Elastic Long-Tail Cast-On, is a method used in knitting to...

Foundation crochet stitches are a method of starting a crochet project without first creating a starting chain. Instead, you...

How to surface slip stitch to attach: Surface slip stitching is an excellent method for attaching straps to crochet garments, purses,...

Counting rows in garter stitch can be a bit confusing, especially if you're just getting started with knitting. Whether you’re working on...

Weaving in ends in knitting is a crucial step to secure your work and prevent unraveling. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to weave in...