Knitting Tips and Tricks

I love knitting blankets because they’re the only project you can actually use as you’re working on them. As they grow, they’ll keep you nice …

When I first started knitting, I knew I needed yarn and needles. That much was clear. What I didn’t realize was that there was a …

Last week, I covered what to do when the stitches themselves are too tight in your cast on. In that situation, you’ll often have trouble …

Some knitters find that their knitting cast on is very tight. The tricky part is that this can actually be two different problems described by …

Have you ever been working along on a piece of stockinette knit flat, only to discover that your stitches look somewhat uneven and stripy? You …

I am an avid sock knitter, and I love seeing new sock knitters take up the craft. One thing that can be tricky for new …

This past weekend, I started my second pair of toe-up knit socks. This time, I am knitting them in fingering-weight yarn, using leftovers from my …

It’s no secret that I love knit socks. I love their portability, the way they show off special yarn, and the fun of finding just …

One of the things I love most about handknit socks is the way they are so customizable. Feet come in infinite shapes and sizes, after …

I’ve been on the hunt for a good mohair yarn substitute. You see, I like to design and knit with a lightweight yarn held double …