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Looking for something and can't find it? Check out all of the pages included on this site in my site index, and it might just jump out at you!

Knitting Basics

Ready to get started? Let's go through some knitting basics before you start knitting!

As you browse through your local craft store or through the Knitting Naturally Store for knitting wool, you will be faced with a bewildering array of choices. Each type of yarn has it's benefits and drawbacks and the type of yarn you choose will vary depending on what you intend to use it for.

Properties of Wool

Why would you choose wool over a synthetic yarn for your knitting? On this page you will find a summary of the many properties of wool to help you may your decision!

Knitting Naturally Blog

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Selecting a Fleece

Do you know what to look for when you are selecting a fleece for your next spinning project? Read on to find out.

Types of Fleece Wool

So you want to learn to spin. On this page you will find some of the more common types of fleece wool available for hand spinners along with their characteristics and uses.

Learning to Spin Your Own Wool

So you are interested in learning to spin? When you watch someone else spinning, it looks easy. Deceptively so. The reality is that as a beginner it will be hard for you to imagine that you will ever be able to 'get it'.

How Wool is Made

On the 'How Wool is Made' page you will find an overview of the process of making your own wool.

Knitting Supplies

If you are going to learn how to knit, you will need to organise your knitting supplies.

Knitting Needles

Would you like to know more about the various types of knitting needles? Read on.

Single Pointed Knitting Needles

Single pointed knitting needles are probably going to be the first type of knitting needles that you buy as a beginner.

Circular Knitting Needles

Circular knitting needles are used for knitting seamless tubes of knitted fabric. Knitting in the round is an advanced knitting technique.

Double Pointed Knitting Needles

Double pointed knitting needles are used to knit seamless tubes of knitting for articles like socks, or mittens.

Knitting Instructions

Are you looking for knitting instructions that are written in plain english so that they are easy to follow? On this page you will find a series of links to my 'How To' pages that contain simple instructions on how to knit a variety of items, from socks to ponchos or a sweater for your dog.

How to Hold Knitting Needles

The first step in learning how to knit is learning the correct method of how to hold knitting needles.

Knitting Techniques

There are quite a few different knitting techniques that you can apply to your knitting depending on your level of experience and the effect you are trying to achieve.

Basic Knitting

Basic knitting techniques are particularly suitable for beginners as they are relatively straight-forward and easy to do.

Beginner Knitting Patterns

Are you looking for some easy beginner knitting patterns?

Garter Stitch Scarf Pattern

Would you like to make yourself a garter stitch scarf? To do that you will need a Garter Stitch Scarf Pattern!

Knitting a Tension Square

Knitting a tension square is something that you do before you begin knitting your garment that allows you to measure the tension of your knitting and to determine which needle size you should use to make your garment.

How to Choose a Knitting Pattern

As a beginner you need to choose a knitting pattern very carefully. Although it is relatively easy to learn to knit, your first few projects need to be something simple or you will find yourself getting frustrated (and probably annoyed) to the point that you just give up.

Knitting Stitch Patterns

Knitting Stitch Patterns provide knitting instructions for stitch patterns that can be incorporated into your garments to make your work unique.

Textured Knitting Stitch Patterns

Are you thinking about creating your own customised pattern for your next project? Why not try one of these textured knitting stitch patterns!

Customising Knitting Patterns

Once you have mastered basic knitting, you might want to start experimenting with customising knitting patterns to create your own unique garments and it is not as difficult as it seems!

Lace Knitting Stitch Patterns

Lace Knitting Stitch Patterns are another option if you want to customise a basic pattern to create a unique garment of your own design.

Knitting Patterns

When you have been knitting for a while, one of your most prized possessions will no doubt be your collection of knitting patterns.

Baby Knitting Patterns

Are you looking for baby knitting patterns? On this page you will find a selection of baby knitting patterns and books for you to choose from. Some are free, but some are not but they may be worth investing in anyway!

Baby Bootie Knitting Patterns

Are you looking for baby bootie knitting patterns? I tend to use the same basic pattern for any booties I make, varying the knitting stitch patterns that I use for the base, top or instep of the bootees.

Baby Knitting

Now that you have mastered the basic knitting techniques, if you are looking for small knitting projects, you might like to try some baby knitting.

Baby Knitting Yarn

Baby knitting yarn is one of my favourite types of yarn. Even though there is only one baby in the family these days (and she is growing fast), I love doing baby knitting and any excuse is good enough. As a result I use a lot of baby yarn!

Baby Knitting Pattern Book

So you have decided that you would like to try some of Paton's Big Baby Yarn, now you need a baby knitting pattern book!

Looking for Knitting Help?

Are you looking for a bit of knitting help? If so you have come to the right place.

Knitting Questions and Answers

Are you having problems with your knitting? Whether your knitting questions about reading a pattern or how to actually do something, you can submit your question here and it will be answered for you!

Decrease Question

What does decrease every 4 rounds mean? Is it knit on the fourth row or fifth? Thanks! YOUR ANSWER This instruction generally means that you

Summer Knitting

Thinking about doing some summer knitting? Knitting is often thought of as just a winter craft, knitting with wool in hot weather is not anywhere near as pleasant as knitting in the dead of winter while sitting in front of a roaring fire. But depending on your choice of yarn, summer knitting can be just as satisfying!

Knitting with Cotton

Knitting with Cotton is not recommended for beginners. Commercially spun cotton is available in a variety of plys, styles and colors. The yarn produced has a high degree of strength, durability, and absorbency.

Loom Knitting

Another method of producing knitted fabric is to use a loom or a knitting board. Loom Knitting is quite an old craft that, like other forms of knitting, is gaining popularity again.

Long Loom Knitting

Using a long loom or 'long loom knitting' for your knitting project offers a bit more versatility than a round loom.

Double Knitting

The term double knitting has at least two meanings when it comes to knitting and knitters. Probably the meaning most knitters are familiar with is as a yarn 'weight', but in this case we are talking about a style of knitting where both sides of the fabric are 'right sides'.

8 Ply Wool or Yarn

8 ply wool or yarn is probably the most commonly used ply for knitting, and is available in a wide variety of colors and textures.

Knitting Gallery

Welcome to my Knitting Gallery Page! On this page you will find the completed projects of visitors to this site will be featured for all to see.

Knitting Gallery Submission Form

Have you just finished a knitting project? If you would like to show off your new creation, just go to the form for my Knitting Gallery and add a photo of your scarf!

What is Your Passion?

On this page I will outline how I created a growing income stream from one of my passions. What is your passion? Could you turn your passion or a hobby into a part time or fulltime business?

About Me

Would you like to know more about me?

Contact Me!

Would you like to contact me? Just use the form below and you can expect a response to your message within 24 hours!

Privacy Policy

On this page you will find a copy of the Knitting Naturally Privacy Policy.

Site Index

Looking for something and can't find it? Check out all of the pages included on this site in my site index, and it might just jump out at you!

Yarn Comparison Chart

Are you looking for a yarn comparison chart? The world is getting smaller these days (okay not literally but you know what I mean) and it is far more likely today that you will have a pattern or some yarn from a country that uses a different measurement scale.

2 Ply Wool

2 ply wool or yarn is most often used for very baby knitting or evening wear.

Linking to Knitting Naturally

Knitting Naturally is a relatively young site and getting the word out is much easier with a bit of help from my satisfied visitors! If you like what you see and want to help, why not link to Knitting Naturally.

Needle Sizes

Needle sizes range from 2.0mm right up to 25.0mm, and just to make it even more complicated there are three main measurement schemes for needles sizes.

How to Knit Cables

Would you like to know how to knit cables? Once you have mastered the knitting basics you are probably going to want to start experimenting with more advanced knitting techniques, and experimenting with knitting cables (arans) can be very satisfying.

General Knitting Questions

Do you have some general knitting questions? Why not browse through some of these knitting gauge questions and answers that other visitors have submitted to see if you can find the anwer to your question here.

Substituting Yarn

I want to make a sweater and substitute a bulky yarn with a worsted weight yarn. Is there a formula to use to convert different weights of yarn? I

Right Needle Size for 12 Ply

I have some 12ply wool to make a hot water bottle cover. What size needles should I use for 12ply, and what size should I use if I don't want the

Shawls vs Stoles

What is the length/width difference between a shawl and/or a stole? YOUR ANSWER According to Dictionary.com a Shawl is: ... a square, triangular,

Converting from one ply to another

I have a wonderful 14 ply pattern in a Patons wool called Inca, but would like to convert it to 12 ply or even 8 ply. Do you have any information

What is a Skein of Wool?

Hi, After a gap of 20 years I now have the time and enthusiasm to start knitting and crocheting again. I cant wait... and have a few

Knitting Seems to be Growing!

My friend is showing me how to knit and she started it by casting on for me and made it 8 loops. But now i have 12 loops on the needle is that

Casting On Knitting

If you are planning on doing a lot of knitting, you are going to have to learn casting on. Knitting cannot be started until you have the required number of stitches on your needle!

How to Knit

The first stitch that you need to learn is the knit stitch. On this page you will find step by step instruction on how to knit 'knit stitches'.

Size of knitting needles if you use double yarn

I would like to make a baby afghan with Sport Weight yarn using size 6 needles. If I use double yarn, what size needles should I use? YOUR ANSWER

Which Ply?

How do I know what ply wool is from different countries. I have found a lovely beanie pattern which is in an American wool and I don't know what the

Knitting Yarn

Would you like some help selecting a knitting yarn for your project? If you are going to take up knitting as a hobby (or as a business) then you are going to need to learn more about the various types of Knitting Yarn available to knitters today, and what they are used for.

How to Wash Wool

Do you know how to wash wool? Are you one of those people who avoid buying pure wool because of the difficulty of washing your garments without shrinking or felting them?

Knitting Hints and Tips

Are you an experienced knitter with some really great knitting hints to share?

Recycle Your Wool

Would you like to be able to recycle your wool from a garment that is too small, too big or out of style?

Knitting Accessories

If you are new to knitting, you will come across a bewildering array of knitting accessories for you to choose from. Would you like to know from an experienced knitter, which ones are worth buying?

Knitting Books

Are you looking for some good knitting books? All of the books reviewed through the links on this page are within my knitting collection. Some I use all the time, others only occasionally but all have been useful at one time or another.

Aran Knitting

Contary to popular belief Aran knitting is not a knitting style that is centuries old, but was in fact created in the early 1900s in the Aran Isles.

Heirloom Knitting

Heirloom Knitting takes on a whole new meaning when you use your own handspun yarn to create a knitted article for your family or friends.

How to Crochet

Do you know how to crochet? Crocheting is fun, easy to learn and very versatile.

Crochet Stitches

If you have never crocheted before you have quite a bit to learn! This means learning how to hold the hook while you are working, and how to form the basic crochet stitches.

Crochet Hook Sizes

Crochet hook sizes range from 0.60mm right up to 25.0mm, and just to make it even more complicated there are three main measurement schemes for hook sizes.

Knitting Loom Garter Stitch Scarf Pattern

Are you looking for a knitting loom garter stitch scarf pattern that you can make on your loom? If this is your first knitting loom project, this is a reasonably easy scarf to knit.

Knitting Loom Scarf Pattern

Are you looking for a knitting loom scarf pattern that is a little bit different?

Knitting Loom Instructions

Although knitting on a loom is very easy, it always helps if you have some knitting loom instructions before you start!

Knitting Loom Instructions

Now that you have your knitting started on the loom, you are going to need knitting loom instructions on how to form some basic knitting stitches.

Grammy Ann

I have made a rainbow blanket for my 5 year old grandson (who adores rainbows) and have decided it is too narrow. I would like to add about six

Comments for Grammy Ann

I have made a rainbow blanket for my 5 year old grandson (who adores rainbows) and have decided it is too narrow. I would like to add about six

How to Knitting Questions

Do you have some general how to knitting questions? Why not browse through some of these knitting gauge questions and answers that other visitors have submitted to see if you can find the anwer to your question here.

Knitting and Felting Wool Bowls

Pattern says--Cast on 10 stitches, knit 20 rows, Pick up stitches (using 3 double pointed needles) around--30 stitches. If I pick up stitches all

Comments for Knitting and Felting Wool Bowls

Pattern says--Cast on 10 stitches, knit 20 rows, Pick up stitches (using 3 double pointed needles) around--30 stitches. If I pick up stitches all

Picking up Stitches around a Neck Edge of a Sweater

What if you make a sweater that has a loose crew neck, but once you you've sewed in up you think it would be better with a turtle neck, question is:

Lace Stocking Pattern Question

I have been knitting for a long time but have not encountered this before. Help books are not doing it. I am knitting a pair of lace stockings for my

Shortening a Sleeve

How do I shorten sleeves without undoing the whole sweater? YOUR ANSWER Hi Jean, The only way I know of is to pick up the stitches at the desired

Sewing Together a Baby Sweater

I have finished all the pieces of my baby sweater- now I need to know how to sew them together- I am starting on the shoulder seams- two bound off

Sewing Up Your Knitting

When you have knitted all the pieces of your work, the next step is sewing up your knitting to finish your garment.

Knitting Socks

First time knitting on 4 needles! The pattern says cast on 60 stitches and divide evenly over 3 double-pointed needles... I am totally clueless as

Reva

I am working on a man's vest. The yarn is fine and the pattern is hard to distinguish. I am at the point where I have to decrease in different

Casting on Stitches Mid-row

I am making mittens. I have to transfer a 7 stitches to holder and then cast on 3 stitches. How do you cast on in the middle of a project? YOUR

Weaving in the Tails

I have never found good instructions for how to weave in the tails for striped garmets (or anything that has required more than 1 ball). I can't

Knitting in the Round

When I use double pointed needles I always have ladders no matter what size yarn or needle I use. I have tried pulling the yarn secure and that does

Knitting Front Bands

How do you keep the front knitted band on a cardigan from puckering instead of lying straight. It seems to end up bigger than the body of the

Creating Knitting Graphs

Looking for a Dallas Cowboy NFL Logo to stitch into scarf. I want to knit a scarf for my boyfriend for his birthday. He loves the Dallas Cowboys.

Making Norwegian Hat

Pattern says to cast on using a provisional cast on stitch with two yarns. How do you do this cast on? I am familiar with long tail cast on. When

Placing a Stitch Marker

THE QUESTION I have a pattern that says: place a marker on the next stitch and knit it. I don't understand that. I understand placing a marker

Joining a New Piece

Hello, I recently knitted a sweater, however the body of the sweater is too short. I am now attempting to extend the bodice of the sweater. My

How to do a Divide in a Scarf Pattern

...to allow the one end to slip through the middle of the scarf? Hello, For my scarf I have to cast on 30 sts and work 45 rows in k1, pl rib.

Knitting in Reverse

Hi I am trying to knit a wild flower shawl pattern . At the edging, it works till row 12 then it goes off in the wrong direction. Row 1: (ws) K2,

Second Ball of Yarn

I added in second ball of yarn to baby blanket I am making. I did not knit with yarn from both balls for several stitches. I simply stopped one and

Alpaca Knitting Yarn

If you are looking for a beautifully soft and surprisingly hard wearing natural yarn for your knitting, you might like to try alpaca knitting yarn.

A Simple Childs Raglan 8 ply Round Neck Jumper

I found this pattern very easy to knit and was very happy with the end result. Hi Kathy Your jumper is beautiful. I especially like the embroidery

Knitting Kits

Looking for a choice of knitting kits? Whether you are a raw beginner or an experienced knitter, you will find a knitting kit on this page to suit you!

Beginner Knitting Kit

The beginner knitting kit contains a basic set of single pointed needles and knitting accessories and is designed for use by beginners.

Beginner Knitting Kit Upgrade

The Beginner Knitting Kit Upgrade contains a set of single pointed needles, double pointed needles, circular needles and knitting accessories and is designed to upgrade your kit to be fit for a pro.

Baby Knitting Kit

The Baby Knitting Kit contains a basic set of single pointed needles, double pointed needles, circular needles and knitting accessories and is designed for use by those of you who wish to specialise in baby knitting.

Baby Knitting Kit Upgrade

The Baby Knitting Kit Upgrade contains a basic set of single pointed needles, double pointed needles, circular needles and knitting accessories and is designed tp upgrade your kit to one fit for a pro.

Bulky Knitting Kit

The bulky knitting kit contains a basic set of single pointed needles and knitting accessories and is designed for use by those among you we prefer knitting heavier weight yarns.

Bulky Knitting Kit Upgrade

The Bulky Knitting Kit Upgrade contains single pointed needles, double pointed needles, circular needles and knitting accessories and is designed to upgrade your kit to be fit for a pro.

Fit for a Pro Knitting Kit

The Fit for a Pro Knitting Kit contains virtually everything you will ever need as a knitting pro!

Fair Isle Knitting

Fair Isle knitting is a traditional knitting technique used to create patterns with multiple colours.

How to Purl

If you have now learned how to do knit stitches, the next step is to learn how to purl.

French Knitting

If you are looking for a form of knitting that you can teach your kids, French Knitting might be just the ticket!

Following a pattern

I have a pattern that says: Next row - P2 pattern until last 1 p1 Next row - K2 pattern until last 1 k1 (or something to that effect - I don't have

Knitting Pattern Questions

Are you having trouble interpreting the instructions in your knitting pattern? Why not browse through some of these knitting pattern questions and the answers other visitors have asked to see if you can find the anwer to your question here.

Knitting pattern question

I'm knitting a Debbie Bliss sweater for a 24-36 month old child. The pattern for shaping the neck on the left front says: Decrease one stitch at neck

Comments for Knitting pattern question

I'm knitting a Debbie Bliss sweater for a 24-36 month old child. The pattern for shaping the neck on the left front says: Decrease one stitch at neck

Two Needle Cable Baby Booties

This is the first time I have knitted cable baby booties and have a problem. I understand the rest of the pattern but this I can't figure out.

Blanket Instructions

What does this mean? Work the first and last 4 sts in seed stitch and continuing to slip the first st of every row. Begin with Row 1 of chart, rep

Up 1 Stitch?

I am knitting a baby dress and the sleeve direction are: Rib 1 stitch,*up 1 stitch rib 5 stitches, repeat from * to last stitch, up 1 stitch, rib

Raglan Decreases

I have a pattern for a sweater with raglan sleeves. 2nd decrease row reads (RS) K1,sl1,K1 PSSO, K. last three stitches K2 tog, K1 Next instruction

How to...?

Pattern says, sl2tog-k1-psso. YOUR ANSWER Basically what this means is that you slip the next two stitches onto the right hand needle, knit the

Twisted Scallop Edge

The pattern says: Twisted scallop edge: k7 *rotate sts on LH needle counterclockwise 360 degrees, k6* How do I rotate the stitches? YOUR ANSWER

Help with Knitting Abbreviations

have found a lovely pattern called Lacy Cranberry Lap Robe. But in the Pattern CDD comes up e.g ssk twice CDD, k2tog twice. Can you tell me what

Knitting Abbreviations for Beginners

I am new to knitting and don't understand my pattern. I want to knit a blanket, I have the right size needles and wool, but I dont understand the

Knitting Abbreviations

Reading a knitting pattern is like reading another language. If you are not familiar with common knitting abbreviations it will look like double dutch to you!

Stuck with Knitting Pattern

I am knitting a monkey sock hat and am stuck on this line. Next round: (k 10) 9 14) kfb(4 (6, 4) times, k2 (0,2) 50 (60, 66)sts. Does kfb mean

Child's Winter Helmet Pattern

Starting with 70sts I've completed the ribbing, put 10 stitches each on two holders. Working on centre 50 stitches I've knitted 9 in a stocking stitch

Knit Five in One Stitch

These are the directions for the scarf I'm making. I've gotten past purling 5 together but when it says in next stitch k1, p1, k1, p1, k1. Does

Too Many Stitches

I am using a Noro Kureyon zig zag pattern cable and lace sweater # Y761 and after I knitted the ribbing for the back and increased the sts to the

YO2 Help

How do I do a YO2? Does it mean to make two separate yarn overs (one after the other) or does it mean to wrap the yarn twice on one YO stitch?

Confusing Knitting Term

What does PO and KO mean? Row 1: PO (2, 4, 7) (work seed st on 6 sts, p3, k3, p3) 3 times, end with seed st on 6 sts, pO (2, 4, 7) Row 2: KO (2,4,7)

Stuck on Decrease

Decrease row: Work ribbing for 7sts,*slip,k and psso, k1.k2tog.*, work 3 sts ribbing,repeat between *'s once, finish row in ribbing; 23sts. I'm

Decreasing Stitches

Another basic knitting technique that you will have to learn is decreasing stitches.

Passing a slipped stitch over two knitted stitches

My pattern says sl1, k2, psso. It does not say k2tog. Is there such a stitch, passing a slipped stitch over two knitted stitches not together?

Shaping the Heel on a Sock

I am a new knitter. I am teaching myself socks. I have tried them start from both the toe and ankle. However, I still get confused at shaping the

Childs Red Dropped Shoulder Jumper - Size 2

This kind of neckline is often called a boat neck and is straight rib with a little shaping for the shoulders. The jumper in the picture is a

SIMPLE CHILDS 8 PLY JUMPER WITH DROPPED SHOULDERS

Are you looking a pattern for a simple childs 8 ply jumper? This pattern is rated as an easy knit as it has very little shaping and is knitted in stocking stitch.

Dropped Shoulder Jumper - Size 2

This kind of neckline is often called a boat neck and is straight rib with a little shaping for the shoulders. The jumper in the picture is a size

Dropped Shoulder Jumper - Size 4

This kind of neckline is often called a boat neck and is straight rib with a little shaping for the shoulders. The jumper in the picture is a

SIMPLE CHILDS 8 PLY STRIPED JUMPER WITH DROPPED SHOULDERS

Are you looking a pattern for a simple childs 8 ply striped jumper? This pattern is rated as an easy knit as it has very little shaping and is knitted in stocking stitch.

Order Your Knitting Kit

Welcome to the Order Your Knitting Kit page, where you will find a form which you can use to send me your order.

Simple Sampler Scarf Pattern

On this page you will find a simple sampler scarf pattern. To test the pattern, I have made one using of Off White Panda Heath 8 Ply which is 50 percent wool and 50 percent Acyrlic.

Sampler Blanket Pattern

Looking for something slightly more challenging? Why not try my Sampler Blanket Pattern?

Casting Knitting Off

On this page you will learn the method of casting knitting off.

Increasing Stitches

Another basic knitting technique that you will have to learn is increasing stitches.

Reading a Knitting Pattern

One of the most difficult things to learn when you are a beginner is reading a knitting pattern.

Knitting Terms

On this page you will find an A - Z of common knitting terms.

Raglan Round Neck Jumper - Size 4

This jumper has been knitted using a pattern with raglan sleeves and a round neck. Raglan sleeves offer a better fit than garments made with

Simple Childs Raglan 8 Ply Round Neck Jumper Pattern

Are you looking a pattern for a simple childs raglan 8 ply jumper? Although slightly more difficult than the dropped shoulder jumper pattern, this pattern is rated as an easy knit as it has only a little shaping and is knitted in stocking stitch.

Chunky Rib Scarf Pattern

Would you like to make a chunkier rib scarf? To do that you will need a Chunky Rib Scarf Pattern!

Knitted Lace Scarf

This knitted lace scarf is made out of 100% pure new wool. The scarf is approximately 200 cm long and 12 cm wide with a simple lace panel pattern.

Simple Lace Scarf Pattern

Would you like to make yourself a simple lace scarf? To do that you will need a Simple Lace Scarf Pattern!

Knitting a Gauge Swatch

I am knitting a sweater in rib pattern (K1,P1) all rounds. I do not know how to measure the 4 x 4 gauge swatch horizontally. Do I stretch it out or

Knitting Gauge Questions

Are you having trouble getting your tension right? Why not browse through some of these knitting gauge questions and answers that other visitors have submitted to see if you can find the anwer to your question here.

Uneven Knitting Tension

I cannot seem too get my knitting straight. My purls are too big. I have tried purling on smaller needles but that makes it worse. I have been to

Comments for Uneven Knitting Tension

I cannot seem too get my knitting straight. My purls are too big. I have tried purling on smaller needles but that makes it worse. I have been to

Natural Knitting Tension

Hi, this is Joanne again about my uneven tension. I am trying to knit a feather and fan pattern. It goes like this: Slip 1 st as to purl, slip 1

Tension TooTight

My tension is too tight. When I cast on the loops are loose but as I continue everything gets so tight that I can barely work with it. How can I

Inca pattern using 8 ply wool

Hi. I have a beautiful pattern but it is using Inca wool, but the wool I have is 8 ply. Can I use this wool by changing the needles and size I need

Knitting Baby Booties

Although baby booties tend to have gone out of fashion with young mothers in favour of mass produced socks, knitting baby booties is still a very rewarding pastime.

Knitted Toys

Are you looking for a knitting project that is a bit more fun? How about having a go making some knitted toys! Knitted toys can be very simple or extremely complex depending on what you want to make.

Footie Scarf Pattern

Would you like to make yourself a footie scarf? To do that you will need a Footie Scarf Pattern!

Simple Rib Scarf Pattern

Would you like to make yourself a simple rib scarf? To do that you will need a Simple Rib Scarf Pattern!

Knitting Blanket Squares

One of the simplest things that you can do with your kids is knitting blanket squares. It is also a great project if there is more than one kid.

Continental Knitting

There are two main methods of knitting, the one used on this site is generally called the English method. The other is the Continental Knitting Method.

Baby Sweater Knitting Pattern

Are you looking a knitting pattern for a baby sweater? This Basic Baby Sweater Knitting Pattern is rated as an easy knit as it has very little shaping and is knitted in stocking stitch.

Baby Sweater Knitting Pattern Book

Are you looking for a good baby sweater knitting pattern book? Have I found a pattern book for you!

Knitting Patterns for Baby

If you are looking for knitting patterns for baby, this pattern book from Patons is worth a second look.

Customising Baby Knitting Patterns

Why would you want to try customising baby knitting patterns? I have a great pattern for a square neck aran jumper for 6 to 12 month old babies. I like the shape and basic style of the jumper but I really dislike knitting the same garment more than once so can you gues what I usually do? I use the basic pattern and change the knitting stitch patterns to create my own unique jumper!

Easy Knitting Scarf Patterns

One of the easiest projects for a beginner to customise is a knitted scarf, but you are still going to need an (easy knitting) scarf pattern.

Baby Bonnets and Hats

When you are learning how to knit, small projects are a good way to gain experience as a knitter. One of my favorite small projects include knitting baby bonnets and hats.

Knitting Baby Blankets

One of the first things I did when I heard that I was going to be a grandmother was to decide what type of knitted gifts I could make for my new grandchild. Knitting baby blankets is one way of creating a special gift, as each blanket is unique and can become almost a family heirloom.

How to Knit a Scarf

How to Knit a Scarf is the first in a series of 'how to' pages which provide knitting instructions for knitting novices. A lot of new knitters start their knitting careers by knitting scarves as they are easy to knit and provide an excellent project to practice their knitting on.

Scarf Knitting Patterns

On this page I have included links to all of the free scarf knitting patterns on this site, as well as a selection of knitting patterns books that you can purchase.

How to Knit Buttonholes

Sooner or later as you gain experience as a knitter, you are going to need to learn how to knit buttonholes.

Bamboo Knitting Needles

When you are deciding which type of knitting needles to buy and use, you might like to consider bamboo knitting needles.

Make Your Own Knitting Loom

Would you like some instructions on how to make your own knitting loom? It is not that difficult, you will need a few tools (power tools, if you are short on elbow grease like me) and of course, some instructions, but it is very do-able!

Machine Knitting

Some hand knitting purists think of it as cheating, but machine knitting is a quick and relatively easy to make just about anything that you could knit by hand.

Knitting Baby Shawls

Knitting baby shawls is a time consuming but very satisfying process. Generally baby shawls are knitted in fine or very fine yarn (2, 3 or 4 ply) and believe me, there is a lot of knitting involved!

Loom Knitting Patterns

Loom Knitting Patterns are reasonably hard to come by. If you buy yourself a loom you might find some basic patterns are included in your with purchase but when I say basic patterns, that is exactly what I mean. You will find many free patterns online for hats but really they are all pretty much the same and again really basic. Good for raw beginners but they do not present much of a challenge for someone who has already made a hat or two.

Knitted Teddy Bear

If you looking for a unique gift for the new baby in your life, this hand knitted teddy bear would be perfect!

Provisional Cast On

A provisional cast on is usually done using a piece of contrasting yarn with the intention of removing the cast on edge later. You would use a provisional cast on where you want to easily gather the bottom edge of your knitting or where you want to pick up the stitches and knit down.

Keeping a cable pattern while increasing

I need to know how to make the cable pattern on a sleeve consistent while increasing on each end every 4th row? What happens to the pattern as you

Knitted Toy Pattern for Sacboy

Hi I was wondering if you could find a pattern to look exactly like the picture below, or even make it yourself. I've been looking all over but

Beth M

I have trouble with the tension when pearling. If I knit in the round the tension is fine. What can I do to make the pearl tension like the knit

How to increase stitch after purling

Hi, I have another question about my knitting instructions. It says: ' 1st row (WS) - Purl ' I have done this row casting on 13 stitches. The

Can't understand the pattern

Picot Hem With right needle, pick up first loop from cast on edge and place it on left needle, k2tog. Continue in this way across all stitches.

I'm stuck

I am working on an afghan and I need help. The pattern is trees and has a dot in each square (for knit or purl) then there is a slash in the next

Hard to read instructions from knitting kit

Hi, I have just bought a knitting kit which includes the yarn, some fabric and instructions. I have bought everything that I've needed. I am having

Work Rows as Set

I am working on a Debbie Bliss pattern and am totally lost. Pattern: Next row k to end Next row k3, p to end Rep the last two rows twice more Inc

Substitute Yarns

I have found two wonderful knitting patterns I'd like to complete, but can no longer buy that wool. The first is a striped Jacket using Thorobred

Carrying the yarn up the side

When I am knitting a stripe pattern and it says to carry the yarn up the side of the work, how do I do that and what is the easiest way to do it?

Nan, Retired knitter

I have a British Sirdar (1801) pattern and don't understand what it means when it it says Rib 4. Does that mean knit 4 rib rows? YOUR ANSWER

Help with vee neck pattern

Hi, I'm a new start and wondering if i could get some help with this pattern. The pattern is from Patons Book 1270 pattern 4. Men's Cable Slip On

INVISIBLE increases

HOW DO YOU ... INCREASE/M 1 STITCH ON THE PURL SIDE??? ACCORDING TO THE PATTERN, m1p is indicated ... using the bar; however, this method leaves a

Baby Blanket Knitting Patterns

If you are looking for a few baby blanket knitting patterns, I hope you will like this page! Baby blankets usually take quite a bit of knitting but there is nothing like seeing your favourite little person playing on or wrapped in a blanket that you have made yourself.

Easy Knit Baby Blanket Pattern

This easy knit baby blanket is particularly suitable for beginners as it is knitted entirely in Garter Stitch. You just can't get easier than that!

How to Finger Knit

Do you remember how to finger knit? When I was growing up, finger knitting was one of the favourite past-times in the playground. It is quick and easy to do and can keep your kids amused for quite some time!

Carding Wool

One of the ways to prepare your fleece for spinning involves carding or combing your fibres. This page discusses a number of techniques for carding wool.

Granny Squares

Everyone that knows how to crochet has at some time made something out of Granny Squares! Granny Squares are easy to crochet and very versatile. You can make a blanket or a knee rug in one piece or by joining squares together. Small squares can be used to piece together a scarf, a cover for a pillow or cushion, a basic jumper for a baby or to make a bib. But best of all you can make multi-coloured squares from your left over yarn.

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