How to Choose the Best Kind of Yarn for Your Knit Potholders
Handmade potholders and trivets are a great way to decorate your home with a personal flair and learn new stitching techniques on small projects. When …
Knitting Tips and Tricks
Understanding How to Slip a Stitch in Knitting – 4 Ways
Knitting frequently relies on the use of simple techniques that can dramatically transform a project. In today’s post, we’ll be covering one of those techniques: …
How to Knit and Use an I-Cord – With Easy Video Tutorial
I’ve used i-cord to embellish projects and add straps or drawstrings for years. It’s a versatile, sleek trim with lots of benefits and few drawbacks. …
11 Simple Tips for Preventing Curled Edges on Knitting
Nearly every knitter has experienced the frustrating phenomenon of knitting a beautiful scarf or blanket, only to find the sides or top and bottom (or …
How to Choose the Best Yarn for Blankets
Handmade blankets are a wonderful way to stay cozy during the winter and can be a lot of fun to make, too. Before you get …
Woolen Spun Yarn, Worsted Spun Yarn, and Yarn Substitution
It’s been a while since we’ve talked about yarn substitution around here, but today’s post is going to cover a really important topic: yarn construction. …
How to Knit a Round Toe Two Ways: Toe Up and Cuff Down
The round toe is a fun sock-knitting technique that gives a soft shape much like the crown of a hat–but for your feet, instead. Come …
What is KFB in Knitting? Try this Easy Increase
When you’re knitting and need to add a new stitch, there is more than one increase method you can choose from. In today’s post, we’re …
How to Knit a Blanket on Circular Needles for Beginners
There are few things cozier than a handknit blanket, and with cooler weather approaching here in the northern hemisphere, it’s a great time for many …
How to Measure Your Circular Knitting Needles
If you need to know how to measure your circular knitting needles, this blog post will walk you through the key steps.