Ever found a mistake twenty rows back and wished you could rewind time? We’ve all been there. One moment you’re happily knitting away with your favourite cup of tea beside you, and the next you’ve spotted a missed yarn over, a twisted cable, or a READ MORE
Tag: Knitting Techniques
Alessia: Technique Playlist for this Knitting Pattern
At rhyFlower Knits, we’ve meticulously assembled a comprehensive collection of video tutorials designed to support you through every step of Alessia. Our aim is to provide you with a convenient, centralised hub where you can access guidance on a wide range of techniques utilised within READ MORE
Backward or Mirror Knitting
Backward knitting is a handy technique that lets you work across a row in the opposite direction without turning your knitting over. You may also hear it called mirror knitting, and it’s particularly useful when you’re working across a small number of stitches and don’t READ MORE
Old Norwegian Cast-On
The Old Norwegian Cast-On, also known as the Twisted German Cast-On, is a fantastic technique for creating a strong yet flexible edge. Ideal for socks, mittens, hats, and other projects that require durability and elasticity, this cast-on method provides a slightly decorative edge that complements READ MORE
How to Knit Socks That Fit: The Ultimate Guide to Hand-Knit Sock Fitting
There is something deeply satisfying about pulling on a pair of hand-knit socks that actually fits your feet. Not just technically fits. I mean the kind of fit where the sock hugs your foot without squeezing it, stays where you put it, doesn’t bunch up READ MORE
Stretchy Sock Bind-Off
When knitting toe-up socks, achieving a comfortable and flexible bind-off is crucial. A tight bind-off can make it difficult to slip the socks on and off, while an overly loose bind-off might lack the necessary structure. The Stretchy Sock Bind-Off is the perfect solution, ensuring READ MORE
Stretchy Bind Off for Knitting: A Simple Technique for Flexible Edges
There are few things more frustrating than finishing a beautiful knitting project only to discover the bind off is too tight. You’ve spent hours creating soft, squishy fabric, only for the final edge to refuse to stretch. Maybe your cowl feels snug when you pull READ MORE
Cable Cast-On: How to Work It and When to Use It
Despite its name, the Cable Cast-on doesn’t involve knitting cable stitches. Instead, the name comes from the cord-like appearance of the finished edge. If you’ve ever needed to cast on stitches at the underarm of a sweater, add stitches for a buttonhole, or start a READ MORE
Grafting: A Smooth, Seamless Join for Knitting Projects
In knitting, grafting is a technique used to create a nearly invisible join between two sets of live stitches. Most commonly used to close the toes of cuff-down socks, it gives the illusion of continuous rows of knitting – with no bulky seam to speak READ MORE
Goldrush: Technique Playlist for this Knitting Pattern
At rhyFlower Knits, we’ve meticulously assembled a comprehensive collection of video tutorials designed to support you through every step of Goldrush. Our aim is to provide you with a convenient, centralised hub where you can access guidance on a wide range of techniques utilised within READ MORE