How to pick up stitches in knitting - This is explained clearly for you through step by step photographs and a video tutorial.

A new book features a century of photos of people picking up yarn and a pair of needles and getting their knit on.

Our Wrap + Turn Short Rows Tutorial guides you through this simple technique so you can shape your knitting with ease and confidence!

I don't know how many of you are knitters and Sherlock Holmes fans - but I thought you might like an advance peek at what will be the tren...

In this tutorial I discuss when, why and how to pick up stitches in knitting and share my method of picking up stitches with a crochet hook.

From now until 5.14.12, KnitPicks is having a pretty cool sale. They’re calling it a Mother’s Day sale, I’m calling it the OMG, KNIT PICKS NEEDLES ARE ON SALE sale! You all know h…

How to Knit the Daisy Flower Stitch with Free Pattern + Video Tutorial by Studio Knit

My first love, knitting was quickly followed by dabbling in spinning with a little drop spindle I picked up at my local yarn store in college. I was immediately smitten with the idea that I could spin my very own yarn right there in my dorm room and the rest is history! Now, I have a Sonata Spinning Wheel in my craft room, several drop spindles and a funny little vintage spinning wheel that I can tote with me to the park (and yes, that's definitely a thing I've been known to do occasionally). Now that I've started weaving in a serious way, I can't wait to spin yarn specifically to use on my loom too! Whether you're a beginner spinner, never tried your hand at it or are looking for an interesting book to add to your spinning library, we've got you covered with a round up of my favorite tools and books.

Kids will love this adorable knitted hippo. Made with love, from you! Pick bold colours for his stripes and knit him in next to no time using only simple stitches.

This beginner friendly, easy brioche shawl knitting pattern is free on the blog. This shawl uses 3 colors of fingering weight yarn that fade

I love books that are already spiralbound if nothing else because I don’t have to make a trip to Kinkos to have it spiral bound. I guess spiral binding is a sign of my respect for a book in some sort of weird way that I really don’t want to examine too closely. The Sock Knitter’s Handbook by Charlene Schurch and Beth Parrott is one of those kind of knitting books. Not a pattern book but it will definitely get you heading towards your sock yarn stash whether you are just beginning to explore the pleasures of knitting socks or you’ve got a few dozen in your sock drawer.

Em and I were talking, via email, about Ingrid stuff (because we're super awesome) and we discussed with whom we would have loved to see Ingrid co-star: James Stewart was the unanimous answer. I found this picture-- making dreams come true-- YES.

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.

Conus is a sideways sweater that takes full advantage of the bright and cheerful colorways of Bozzolo. Cardigan is worked in two pieces from sleeve cuff to center back. Pieces are joined at center back using 3-needle bind-off. Lower ribbing is then picked up and worked down followed by the collar.

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One of my personal favourites - this fabulous sweater just screams of the era! If you love the 50s you will love this vintage treasure. MEASUREMENTS: Instructions provided for size 12. Changes for size 14 and 16 are in parenthesis. Size 12: bust 30", waist 25-26", hips 33" Size 14: bust 32", waist 26.5 -27", Hips 35" Size 16: bust 34", waist 28-29", Hips 37" YARN SUBSTITUTION INFO: Original Yarn: Nomotta Mothproof Zephyr Fingering Yarn GAUGE: 7 sts = 1 in; 10 rows = 1 in. NEEDLES & HOOKS: One pair each straight needle sizes 1 and 3 (standard) Steel crochet hook size 4 (standard) ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Each pattern is hand-picked from my vast personal collection of exclusive and authentic vintage knitting, crochet, sewing, and other traditional needle arts & crafts patterns. This is where my passion for all things vintage and love of handcrafting collides with my inner hoarder... Resulting in a spectacular vintage pattern explosion!! You will receive a professionally scanned and digitally restored PDF eBook copy of the pattern as an INSTANT DOWNLOAD, thus avoiding those pesky shipping costs. All patterns are scanned and processed by yours truly - a meticulous professional Graphic Designer with over 15 years of experience, and a rockin' high-resolution scanner to boot ;) Enjoy this vintage deliciousness!! ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- All pattern designs sold are in the public domain which means that unlike with patterns of today - YOU ARE FREE TO SELL FINISHED PRODUCTS & GARMENTS COMMERCIALLY - on Etsy and beyond (However, the PDF eBooks themselves, as produced by Nostalgia Rules, are protected by Copyright - please see shop policy for more details.) ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Our simple Ribbon Scarf in Quartz is both fresh and classic, precisely the extra flourish…

Dette produkt indeholder garn og opskrift Honey Clutch strikkes i ét stykke fra bunden og op. Først strikkes bunden i dobbeltstrik. Herefter samles masker o ...

Step-by-step tutorial about a simple and reliable way to evenly pick up stitches for neckbands, armhole bands, sleeves and button bands.

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Easy tutorial how to double knit side plank. . Cast on uneven number of stitches with double pointed needles and 1-2 sizes smaller than main knit. 1st row: *knit 1, slip 1 with yarn in front* until...

How to Pick Up a Dropped Stitch Knitting Tutorial will teach you to correct your mistake and ensure your knitting patterns are perfect from start to finish.

Applied I Cord is a great way to finish the edge of knitting. Why use applied I Cord? There are several reasons you may want to add this finish to a project: The edge is rolling and you want to stop or limit it That area can use another color as the edging The edge …

Flat Knit Plush Starfish Knitting Pattern- ideal for beginners! Knit using #5 bulky weight yarn and size US 9 straight knitting needles.

When you knit Continental-style (as opposed to English-style), you hold both the yarn and the needle with the stitches in your left hand. Both methods give you

Knit some cheer into your dreary winter days with this Winter Wildflower Knit Shawl Pattern! The muted, yet feminine, colors really help this shawl pattern stand out from the crowd, and will look gorgeous with your favorite neutral cold-weather outfit. This super easy and quick knit shawl takes very little skill to complete, so even knitters who have never tried knitting a shawl before will be able to pull this one off with relative ease. Since the bulk of this pattern is made in stockinette stitch with very few openings, we recommend it for the cold months where you could use a little extra warmth.

If you've ever been frustrated by the wonky gaps and holes that sometimes occur as you're picking up stitches when knitting sleeves, you'll definitely want to check out this helpful guide for knitting neat underarms!

Purl Soho teamed up with the legendary Manos Del Uruguay to create Lovebird, a yarn full of spunk and adventure, beauty and joy! Lovebird is a handspun 100% superwash merino dipped into kettles of inspiring color. From super-colorful multi-colors, like Candy Shop and Caprese, to more monotone semi-solids, like Blackberry and Turmeric, Lovebird's hand-dyed colors are always a treat that make every stitch a little surprise. This yarn is handspun from two soft plies that barber pole around each other, gently flowing between a bit thicker and slightly thinner. It knits up at a chunky or super bulky weight and is an exciting choice for wonderfully soft blankets, beautiful sweaters, and super cozy winter accessories! Our Lovebird partner, Manos Del Uruguay, is a non-profit member of the World Fair Trade Organization, which means they are committed to fair and safe working conditions, as well as a respect for the environment. They are dedicated to improving the lives of women in rural Uruguay and caring for the crafts and traditions of their land. Manos Del Uruguay also works to protect the environment with production protocols that emphasize thoughtful and effective management of water, waste, energy consumption and emissions. Their network of cooperatives are owned by local artisans who harness the rainbow in each and every skein! PLEASE NOTE: Because this yarn is hand dyed in small batches, dye lots will vary and may differ somewhat from photos here. Occasionally, there may be dye lots that vary more dramatically. In that case, we'll show both versions here... Pick your favorite! In addition, yardages and gauge may vary a bit between skeins. We hope you embrace this variation as part of the character and charm of the yarn, and when in doubt, we recommend ordering an extra skein. You can return unwound yarn for a refund within 30 days of purchase, or within 6 months, for store credit. Our Return Policy has all the details!

And my second finish of the year is … log cabin mitts! I’m off sweaters, you guys — only knitting these from here on out. Or until I blow through my entire bin of DK/worsted-weight yarn, at least. Seriously though, this has been a week and I’m flying to Denver this morning for about 10 […]

How to pick up stitches in knitting - This is explained clearly for you through step by step photographs and a video tutorial.

Fleur Bobble Shawl Free Knitting Pattern

This afghan is gorgeous and the pattern is free. Here are some projects I spotted on Ravelry - so inspiring! Get the pattern for this knitted patchwork quilt: link to PDF, link to Ravelry page. SUGGESTED MATERIALS - KNITPICKS: This post contains affiliate links.

Available in English, German, Spanish and Italian The Gallant sweater in aran weight yarn is an advance beginner, top down, raglan sweater knitting pattern. You will need to be familiar with basic top down sweater construction in order to make it. Its simplicity is what makes it so special. It is cropped and it features a simple mock neck. Worked in the round in stockinette stitch all the way through. Intended to be worn with at least 10 cm of ease. 10 to 15 cm of positive ease is built into the pattern. Pattern is written in American knitting terms. Sizes Bust size of the finished sweater with ease built in is XS 34”, S 37 1⁄2 ”, M 42”, L 45”, XL 49”, 2XL 53”, 3XL 57”, 4XL 61“, 5XL 64 1/2” inches (XS 86, S 96, M 106, L 115, XL 125, 2XL 135, 3XL 145, 4XL 155, 5XL 165 cm). Model is wearing size M on 93 cm bust. Gauge 13 stitches by 19 rows = 4” x 4” (10 x 10 cm) using size US10.5 / 6.50 mm needles in stockinette stitch in the round after blocking. Yarn 260, (290), 320, (360), 400, (440), 485, (530), 565 grams of Cardiff cashmere “Brushmere” 25 grams = 45 meters /49 yards. Fiber content 100% Cashmere. Please note that the yarn estimate is for the cropped version, if you make it longer this will require more yarn. Yarn Alternatives Please note that not all aran weight yarns are created equally, choose your yarn according to the number of stitches for the gauge. CaMaRose “Snefnug” Wool And The Gang “Feeling Good Yarn” Drops “Air” If you’d like to add a strand of mohair you will need approximately 60, (68), 75, (83), 93, (102), 113, (124), 132 grams of kid silk mohair such as Knit Picks “Aloft” 25 grams = 260 yards. Suggested needles For the neck and first half of the yoke you will need double pointed needles or (short tip) 12” size US10.5 / 6.50 mm, 16”+ 32” or 40” US10.5 / 6.50 mm 40 cm + 80 cm or 100 cm circular knitting needles or size to obtain gauge. Longer needles can be used for the neck and the sleeves if you use magic loop method.

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The Daisy Chain Cardi is all about playing with a yarn that brings a little bit of joy, whimsy and fun into your day-to-day life! As you work this cardigan, have fun seeing which trim comes next as you knit along. This cardi is knit on big needles in an open and airy stockinette stitch pattern. You’ll piece the cardi p

FREE Crochet Pattern: Crochet Confetti Tweed Slouchy - This pretty tweed slouchy hat is stylish all winter long, and the earthy flecks are a nod to confetti and NYE!