Want to learn to knit? A chunky scarf knitting kit is a perfect beginner project. All the kits include chunky, soft yarn and a pattern. Some also include needles and basic knitting instructions for complete beginners. Why start with a chunky scarf? A chunky scarf is a perfect beginner project because: Why start with a …
Why is the mistake rib stitch a good beginner stitch pattern? All you have to know to pull this stitch pattern off is how to knit and purl! As the name implies the mistake rib is very similar to regular 2+2 ribbing. The difference is that we make a ”mistake” by adding one stitch too …
Things new knitters don’t do (that maybe they should) I have noticed a few things that experienced knitters do, but new knitters may not have learned yet. These are 5 easy ways to improve your knitting! Using your swatch for more than measuring gauge Getting to know your yarn and fibers properly Knitting on multiple …
How to pick up a dropped stitch Have you discovered a long tear in your knitting? Like a yarn ladder? Then you have dropped a stitch. Dropped stitches are unfortunate but they do happen now and then. I guess you may have lost one recently as you’re here reading this post 🙂 I use a …
Best Knitting Supplies for Beginners – What do you really need? As an Amazon Associate and member of LoveCrafts affiliate program, I earn commissions from qualifying purchases at no additional cost to you. There are plenty of nifty and pretty knitting supplies available. But do you need all these sometimes quite pricey gadgets when you’re …
My Best Knitting Tips for Beginners Too many mistakes can put you off. Therefore I have listed all the knitting tips for beginners I wish that I had known when I was first starting out. When I started knitting I made all kinds of mistakes. I still do after ten years – and that’s ok! …
The beginner’s guide to using circular knitting needles with ease As an Amazon Associate and member of other affiliate programs, I earn commissions from qualifying purchases at no additional cost to you Circular knitting needles, does it sound like greek? Are you a beginner on circular knitting needles? Then you have come to the right …
