Crocheted Provisional Cast On
This method allows you to remove the original cast on row in order to pick up and use the live stitches at a later time. Particularly handy for adding a decorative border, or for increasing the length of a sweater …
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Traditional Provisional
This cast on, much like the crocheted provisional cast on, leaves some waste yarn in the first row that can be removed to reveal live working stitches. For reference, you can watch this video to see how Kerin works her …
Basic Bind Off
The Basic Bind Off is the most commonly used method, especially for beginners. As you work each stitch, you will pass the previous stitch over it and off of the needle. First, you will knit two stitches. Lift the first …
Knit In Join
General Information There are many different ways to join a new length of yarn to the one that is already being used. Like most knitting techniques, the method you choose depends on your personal preference and the specific project situation. …
Kitchener Stitch
This technique is used to join live stitches, creating a seamless join. You may also see this stitch referred to as “grafting”. Don’t pull too tightly on the sewing yarn as you go along. Leave yourself some slack and you …
Mattress Stitch
This is a really neat seam that becomes invisible when the sewing thread is drawn up. It utilizes the horizontal bars between the first and second rows of the edge of the fabric. Place the two pieces of stockinette fabric …
Blocking lace
Blocking – A Little Bit of Everyday Magic It’s okay to admit it. When your finished lace project comes off of the needles it looks like an ugly duckling. The lace yarn is so feathery light that it cannot hold …
Knitting in the Round
1 Circular Needle Let’s talk about working a tubular piece of knitting on a single circular needle. You will often hear this technique referred to as knitting in the round. This is an alternative to using 2 straight needles and …
Weaving in Ends
How to Knit a Hat
Ready to learn how to knit a hat? Watch our How to Knit a Hat video for step-by-step instructions and follow along with the Easy Peasy Hat Knitting Pattern! How to Knit a Hat for Beginners This simple roll-brimmed hat …