Sock construction can seem surprisingly complicated when you’re looking at your first pattern. There are cuffs, legs, heels, gussets, feet, and toes — and then there are patterns that seem to do everything in a completely different order. The good news is that there is READ MORE
Sock knitting terms can feel a little intimidating when you’re first starting out. If you’ve ever opened a sock knitting pattern and thought, I understand the individual words, but somehow this entire paragraph makes no sense, you are absolutely not alone. Sock patterns have their READ MORE
Have you ever looked at a knitting pattern, found the recommended needle size, and wondered, “But how do I know that’s actually the right needle for me?” You’re not alone. Needle size can feel surprisingly complicated when you’re first getting comfortable with knitting. There’s the READ MORE
Have you ever looked at a knitting pattern and wondered exactly how big the finished shawl will be? Understanding shawl sizes can make choosing your next project much easier. The terms kerchief, shawlette, shawl, and even shlanket are used fairly loosely in the knitting world. READ MORE
There is something wonderfully forgiving about knitting a shawl. Unlike a fitted jumper or a pair of socks, you don’t have to worry about getting a precise measurement around your body. You can wrap it, drape it, pin it, fold it, or wear it in READ MORE
Choosing yarn for a knitting project can be almost as exciting as choosing the pattern itself. There are all those beautiful skeins sitting in front of you. Soft merino. Fluffy alpaca. Shiny silk blends. Crisp linen. Hand-dyed colours that seem to change every time you READ MORE
How to choose a knitting pattern isn’t always as straightforward as picking between beginner, intermediate or advanced. Have you ever looked at a knitting pattern and thought, Is this actually within my skill level? Maybe the designer calls it “intermediate”, but you’re wondering what that READ MORE
You’ve cast off your cowl, woven in the ends, and you’re excited to wear it. But when you hold it up, it doesn’t quite look the way you imagined. The stitches seem a little uneven, the lace isn’t as open as it looked in the READ MORE
Reaching the words “join to work in the round” in a knitting pattern can feel like a big moment, especially if you’ve never done it before. You might be wondering if your stitches are twisted, whether you’re holding the right strand of yarn, or what READ MORE
If you’ve ever opened a knitting pattern, looked at the chart, and immediately decided to skip straight to the written instructions, you’re definitely not alone. Charts can seem intimidating at first. They look like a page full of tiny symbols, and it’s easy to wonder READ MORE
Two-at-a-time socks are a lovely option if you’ve ever finished one sock and found yourself putting off the second. Instead of knitting an entire sock and then starting again, you can work on both socks together using one long circular needle and the Magic Loop READ MORE
The Long Tail Cast-on is one of those knitting techniques that’s useful to have in your toolkit. It creates a neat starting edge, works for a wide range of projects, and can provide a comfortable amount of stretch when you work it with suitable tension. READ MORE
Carrying yarn up in the round is a useful technique when you’re knitting stripes in two or more colours and want to avoid cutting your yarn after every colour change. Instead of cutting and rejoining a colour each time you need it, you carry the READ MORE
Carrying your yarn up while knitting flat is a handy technique when you’re knitting stripes or working with colours that you want to reuse a few rows later. Instead of cutting your yarn every time you change colours, you can leave the unused strand at READ MORE
Learning how to make a slip knot is one of the first skills you’ll use when learning to knit. This simple, adjustable knot creates a loop that can sit on your knitting needle, ready for you to begin casting on stitches. If you’ve ever looked READ MORE
Double knitting is a fascinating knitting technique that allows you to create two layers of fabric at the same time. The result is a thick, reversible fabric with a finished appearance on both sides, making it a lovely choice for scarves, blankets, accessories, and colourwork READ MORE
