https://www.knitting-naturally.com/knitting-for-beginners-blog.html Knitting Naturally is a site designed to serve and support people interested in knitting for beginners. en-us knitting for beginners Tue, 3 Jun 2025 01:20:51 -0400 Tue, 3 Jun 2025 01:20:51 -0400 knitting-naturally.com https://www.knitting-naturally.com/shetland-knitting.html4ec5c68dec90e43f9ab5da1dccad2eb3Shetland knitting and the women in the Shetland Isle who create Shetland lace are among the best knitters in the world.
Sun, 7 Feb 2021 07:44:55 -0500 https://www.knitting-naturally.com/fixing-knitting-mistakes.html9f2732de243c57631c4ed5b4a8d0a16bWhen you are learning how to knit, you are going to make a few mistakes. It might not make you happy but fixing knitting mistakes is par for the course.
Thu, 28 Jan 2021 02:35:00 -0500 https://www.knitting-naturally.com/shetland-lace-knitting.html1e957c5b502487c2cbc6d55d44a2f2aaShetland Lace Knitting is a particular style of knitting that developed in the Shetland Islands and was one of the main exports of the Island early in the last century.
Wed, 11 Dec 2019 19:03:25 -0500 https://www.knitting-naturally.com/kfb.html3c0af4c194023489dc02b60756ec1d51kfb or knit front and back is a method of increasing your number of stitches by one and involves knitting into a single stitch twice. Tue, 26 Nov 2019 18:24:09 -0500 https://www.knitting-naturally.com/skp.html02f08acce23111ec3781cc59054f1ec6A common knitting abbreviation you are likely to come across is skp or sl1, k1,psso. Basically this is a method of decreasing 1 stitch with a sloped stitch leaning to the right Tue, 21 May 2019 01:46:50 -0400 https://www.knitting-naturally.com/knitted-headband-with-flower.html156c2d5a6c46d71bfe619bc794a86afaAre you looking for a pattern for a pretty knitted headband with a flower? Check out this pattern, it is quick and easy to make - perfect for any little girl.
Mon, 20 May 2019 23:10:45 -0400 https://www.knitting-naturally.com/lace-knitting.html66f33e52ff6d6fafc3e06c4ae937fa50Lace knitting is a decorative form of knitting generally with fine yarn that has 'holes' in the fabric to form a lacy pattern.
Mon, 20 May 2019 21:34:13 -0400 https://www.knitting-naturally.com/how-to-use-a-cable-needle.html052b8406e750b17df4caee47c12e5592If you want to knit arans you will need to learn how to use a cable needle. These needles are short needles with points at both ends used to manipulate the order of your stitches.
Sat, 11 May 2019 00:22:06 -0400 https://www.knitting-naturally.com/knitting-patterns.html20d9fabba2d8714224cd43f7cc3c5ab3True knitters can never have enough knitting patterns in there collection because you never know when the mood to start a new project will hit you and the first step is invariably hunting through that collection to find the perfect pattern.
Sun, 2 Dec 2018 18:14:19 -0500 https://www.knitting-naturally.com/easy-knitting-patterns.html96fe28eef1a12cc50c847a665b4b5e5aThese easy knitting patterns are suitable for anyone that has learned the basic knitting techniques (how to knit, how to purl, how to cast on and off) and are really for something a little more challenging than plain garter stitch.
Sun, 2 Dec 2018 18:09:58 -0500 https://www.knitting-naturally.com/how-to-knit-baby-booties.html7005682c39689c780f05cc20586d0dcaWhen I asked for suggestions for new pages on this site how to knit baby booties was one suggestion that many, many, people requested. So here it is. On this page we will go through the steps to knit a simple pair of booties using a pattern that is suitable for beginners.
Tue, 20 Nov 2018 20:19:02 -0500 https://www.knitting-naturally.com/cable-knitting-patterns.html28e67a1c60a20d86f729f6ffd4a5e8fbOne type of knitting stitch patterns that I find really intriguing are cable knitting patterns. Individual cable knitting stitch patterns are often combined in aran knitting patterns and their use creates texture and interesting shapes in your knitted fabric.
Tue, 20 Nov 2018 18:53:56 -0500 https://www.knitting-naturally.com/abc-baby-blanket.html65fbc0ee8d54b39e6c5714c596893c81I had fun designing and knitting this lovely ABC Baby Blanket Knitting Pattern. It was a lot of knitting but as it was done one block at a time, it was very easy to put down and pick up again.
Sun, 18 Nov 2018 19:17:57 -0500 https://www.knitting-naturally.com/knitting-tension.htmle087f2c5daf98562c07a3af12ebd3c5fAs a beginner you will come across the phrase knitting tension but you might not know what that phrase means or why it is so important. Getting your tension correct is vital if you want your project to end up being the right size and shape.
Wed, 31 Oct 2018 22:32:47 -0400 https://www.knitting-naturally.com/pattern-question2.html9198de5eb422955145ba4859331aa35eI am working on a Knit for Kids pattern called Maypop Baby Blanket. I am having a problem with the first row of the pattern stitch. At the end of this Mon, 29 Oct 2018 22:19:22 -0400 https://www.knitting-naturally.com/changing-color.html25a690dbcd43779aedf79dc86e866270I am knitting a golf club cover using a ribbed pattern of K1 P2 with the magic loop method. I wanted to add stripes. I know how to add a color but my question Mon, 29 Oct 2018 22:09:48 -0400 https://www.knitting-naturally.com/check-stitch-knitting-stitch-pattern.htmlf55ff211c68f90159c049e4de355cb96The Check Stitch knitting stitch pattern is another fairly simple stitch pattern that is suitable for beginners. It uses a basic 2x2 rib stitch that alternates between knit and purl every four rows resulting in 'checks' or blocks of broken columns.
Mon, 29 Oct 2018 22:02:47 -0400 https://www.knitting-naturally.com/box-stitch-knitting-stitch-pattern.htmlf3abae2329268346b92af58ad7f0a133The box stitch knitting stitch pattern is another easy textured knitting stitch pattern that alternates between knit and purl stitch in a similar way to rib and Moss Stitch.
Mon, 29 Oct 2018 21:52:02 -0400 https://www.knitting-naturally.com/braided-openwork-lace-knitting-stitch-pattern-ii.html5667919c048e5a06f685620644dcc00fBy just changing an M1 to a yfwd you can completely change the look Braided Openwork Lace Knitting Stitch Pattern. The lace becomes less subtle and more open.
Tue, 16 Oct 2018 20:19:43 -0400 https://www.knitting-naturally.com/braided-openwork-lace-knitting-stitch-pattern.html87291189ccb3a436d15921e0d88b82b5The Braided Openwork Lace Knitting Stitch Pattern could almost pass for a textured knitting stitch pattern as the eyelets created during each repeat are quite subtle. This is a very effective all over lace pattern.
Tue, 16 Oct 2018 20:01:55 -0400 https://www.knitting-naturally.com/zig-zag-lace-stitch-pattern.html2f8565c5a9e7bff8238aa3ed9f23c71dThis Zig Zag Lace Stitch Pattern is knitted over a multiple of 10 stitches plus 1 in 8 row repeats. Every second row is purl so there are really only 4 pattern rows.
Tue, 16 Oct 2018 19:17:22 -0400 https://www.knitting-naturally.com/butterfly-lace-knitting-stitch-pattern.html891f407cccecc5eaafe541c44043fe06This pretty butterfly lace knitting stitch pattern is easy to do and the end result is rather effective. It is knitted over a multiple of 8 stitches plus 7 and 8 rows.
Tue, 16 Oct 2018 19:08:51 -0400 https://www.knitting-naturally.com/garter-slip-stitch-knitting-stitch-pattern.html73a81daf1f3555e99691ae7188b681bcThe Garter Slip Stitch Knitting Stitch Pattern is another very versatile textured knitting stitch that is not only very effective but quite easy to do.
Mon, 15 Oct 2018 02:44:20 -0400 https://www.knitting-naturally.com/bramble-stitch-knitting-stitch-pattern.html3b900ebb490e0aae85a9ccec30e3db77The Bramble Stitch knitting stitch pattern is a very effective textured stitch pattern knitted over multiples of 4 stitches and 4 rows. It can be used as a all over stitch pattern or as a panel in an aran or lace project.
Mon, 15 Oct 2018 02:29:17 -0400 https://www.knitting-naturally.com/basic-knitting-stitches.htmle2cfcfa4835cd75306d7a831f21f1c9fWhen you are learning how to knit the first stitches you need to master are the basic knitting stitches. If you learn stocking stitch, garter stitch, moss stitch and simple ribbing you can begin to make some incredible items for you and your family.
Fri, 12 Oct 2018 09:01:17 -0400 https://www.knitting-naturally.com/all-over-lace-knitting-stitch-patterns.html34f37b7cbf6549f5e74d884ef7ecde1aAll over lace knitting stitch patterns are lace patterns that repeat across the entire row to form a lace fabric from edge to edge. These stitch patterns can be as simple as a two to four row repeat over a small number of stitch or they can be extremely complex.
Fri, 12 Oct 2018 08:11:24 -0400 https://www.knitting-naturally.com/doll-knitting-patterns.html369c9a56d670730211112df55c9fbc64Do you want to knit dolls or doll clothes? In the internet age, it is far easier to find doll knitting patterns than it used to be. Just do a google (or bing) search and you will be taken to a list of sites offering free (or paid) patterns for dolls and doll clothing.
Wed, 18 Apr 2018 22:40:59 -0400 https://www.knitting-naturally.com/knitting-cast-on-methods.htmla3c2e5f9e87d08469f31e72b65486d60When you are learning how to knit, you will learn one of the more general purpose knitting cast on methods. And you will probably stick with that methods for most of your knitting career, but there are many different methods that you could use.
Wed, 18 Apr 2018 21:08:43 -0400 https://www.knitting-naturally.com/knitting-letters-on-socks.html061994275db26fcc8b182591fd2f3f19 The first side on leg all lettering comes out perfect. I knitted the word Relax The other side of sock on leg the lettering is a different word Breathe Sun, 8 Jan 2017 18:23:32 -0500 https://www.knitting-naturally.com/edging-on-squares-necessary.html0c643d79a41fa7026c8ef035c6de9e41I can't crochet to save my life, so I'm going to sew my squares together when my blanket is finished. Because I am sewing them together, do I need to Mon, 1 Aug 2016 21:49:31 -0400 https://www.knitting-naturally.com/neck-and-armhole-pattern-cardigan.html9a3b6d707efbe4081dd59d7ef5397677My pattern says to decrease one st at neck every third row 13 times. Does this mean I will knit 39 rows and decrease every third row? YOUR ANSWER Yes... Mon, 1 Aug 2016 21:46:01 -0400 https://www.knitting-naturally.com/how-to-knit-ws.htmlb3a08a804695aa5ca43eab4ef175e208Hello, my name is Karla and I have been knitting for a few years just basic plain dishcloths. I started when I quit smoking, kinda switched habits. Anyways Sun, 31 Jul 2016 20:00:20 -0400 https://www.knitting-naturally.com/phildar-aviso-yarn.htmle2081c2b9dd967303b61db431ff051f7Is this yarn equivalent to 10py or 8ply wool. I am unable to knit using cotton or acrylic wool. Thanks for your assistance. Carol YOUR ANSWER Hi Carol, Sun, 31 Jul 2016 19:42:00 -0400 https://www.knitting-naturally.com/ball-sizes.htmlb2aebacf45453b3eb585b766dfdd913dI want to order wool online, but need to know the size of the ball. In Australia, we use weight e.g. 25 g ball. What would this convert to in America? Sun, 31 Jul 2016 19:40:47 -0400 https://www.knitting-naturally.com/slip-stitch-purlwise.html9e0965498e99e9cccb94f309e94138e7Hi, I am familiar with slip purlwise and slip knitwise stitches. In the pattern I am doing, there are two instances in the first pattern row where I have Sun, 22 May 2016 22:49:29 -0400 https://www.knitting-naturally.com/lori.html04f55b2298eff5aa4101d76a7c0e3841I am making a baby afghan. If the instructions for the border say, Knit 6 rows for border, does this mean knit each side of each row? In other words, it Sun, 22 May 2016 22:48:34 -0400 https://www.knitting-naturally.com/chris.html1c4dd1670f4605c4b34e2b56e31a11e3When using a pattern and you want to increase its size, what does it mean when it says to make it wider increase your co sts in multiples of 14+2. YOUR Sun, 22 May 2016 22:47:47 -0400 https://www.knitting-naturally.com/what-ply.html34858c6f1ec971d1620d4cad30b10123Would you please be able to help with what ply 'Baby Double Knitting'Yarn is please? I thought 8 ply, but after looking at the chart, I am now confused. Sun, 22 May 2016 22:46:52 -0400 https://www.knitting-naturally.com/knitter.htmlf2015ee4e1e3e0e4a29b775dc3d23991If the pattern calls for 5 wt. yarn but all i can find in the chosen color is 4wt. Using a # 11 needle, how many stitches must I add to get the correct Sun, 22 May 2016 22:45:56 -0400 https://www.knitting-naturally.com/cable-knitting.html33e4a5a791793d49c210abdec92a742eHere is my pattern: BERNAT® ALPACA (#417) NATURAL CABLES TO KNIT I have completed the ribbing and am on the 3rd row of the panel pattern: C4B.P2. K4P2 Sun, 22 May 2016 22:44:55 -0400 https://www.knitting-naturally.com/barbara-howard-owner-of-the-craft-bazaar.html534c6181864bfaa5bda276843245fdb9I am working on a knitted pattern. At the end of the row instructions is KO(2,1). I'm not familiar with these notes. Can you break down what this Sun, 22 May 2016 22:44:09 -0400 https://www.knitting-naturally.com/how-to-shape-the-shoulders-back-neck-for-a-mens-sweater.htmlb90537b330f38d02a35c6785ec2ac3e6I am knitting a men's sweater and finished the back section and armhole shaping, now I need to shape shoulders & back neck. But I just can't follow whatever Sun, 22 May 2016 22:42:37 -0400 https://www.knitting-naturally.com/pattern-issue-yf-k2tog-tbl.html7019f5d12e024d5af78d962c49f08285Hi, thank you in advance if you could help me out with this! My pattern for Row 4 reads: Row 4: K1, P1, K1, *P1, K1, K2tog, yf, K1, yf, K2tog tbl, K1,
Sun, 22 May 2016 22:41:43 -0400 https://www.knitting-naturally.com/trouble-with-directions.html0d7aa370c6411130b8be237b34945f98Hi. I am working on a baby sweater called Lullaby Layette found in a Lion Brand Yarn booklet called Small Comforts. I am confused by directions and was Sun, 22 May 2016 22:40:49 -0400 https://www.knitting-naturally.com/angela.html659e53b51e833765005e072258780376HI, can anybody help me out please. My row has 67 sts, the next row on my pattern reads: P6, p2tog, 9 times, p5. 57sts. Then change to 4mm needles. Sun, 22 May 2016 22:39:48 -0400 https://www.knitting-naturally.com/changing-colour-on-an-afghan.html2d6077014a7e7d695bf1b95bd22bcfceI am currently knitting an afghan which is composed of squares knitted together in strips and then sewn together. In the instructions it says that when Sun, 22 May 2016 22:24:55 -0400 https://www.knitting-naturally.com/mrs1.htmldc3da80d5c67fbbd8399f16006147bc1I'm knitting a chunky cardigan by Tivoli, but don't know how to pick up and knit the collar! YOUR ANSWER More information about what the issue actually Sun, 22 May 2016 22:20:07 -0400 https://www.knitting-naturally.com/working-sts-into-a-sts.html88fd11e6a83200cd45cfc4497226fa80I am knitting a cardigan and have only the sleeves left to do. But are puzzled by the beginning. I will have on 11 sts and purled 6 of them. It then says Sun, 22 May 2016 22:16:15 -0400 https://www.knitting-naturally.com/first-stitch.html4a2ed910608f347c339d3ab4dd7f20c2I am working a pattern that is done in stockinette stitch. How should I knit the first stitch? Slip, knit all (even on the pearl row), pearl all (even Sun, 22 May 2016 22:11:58 -0400