By working stitches through the back loops only, you come up with a taut, stable fabric. The gauge becomes slightly smaller due to the consistent twisting of the stitches. It is worthwhile to note that this pattern will list slightly …
Garter stitch is quite probably the easiest stitch pattern to come by. It can be difficult, at first, to count the number of rows you’ve completed. Each ridge on the right side of the fabric will indicate 2 rows of …
Cables Are Easy! Cables are simply the outcome of setting stitches aside and knitting them in a different sequence. The process results in a twist and what we commonly know as a cable. Stitches held in the front create a …
Cabling without a Cable Needle You can create cables without using a cable needle by rearranging the stitches that make up the cable into the sequence they need to be in before you knit them. With a little practice, you …
This technique is another nice way to tack up a hem. It can be applied to the cuffs, neck or hemline of a sweater. It involves two simple movements that are illustrated below. Draw the threaded yarn through the right …
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 …
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 …
When knitting, you may notice that the first and last stitches on the sides of your piece look uneven and stretched out. There are many ways to handle these stitches so that the edges are more attractive and easier to …
Whip stitch is a good general seaming method that is often used to join afghan squares or to tack up a hem. The technique is very simple and fast. It involves running your yarn through the right half of a …
As with socks, some people choose not to block their finished knitted hats. There are a few exceptions, however. For instance, you may need to block your hat after laundering it. If you’d like to block your hat, try one …