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Double Slip-stitch Rib knitting pattern: 2 steps and 2 rows
Dedicated to all those who aren’t purling fans, this tutorial will show you how to knit the the Double Slip-stitch Rib pattern (in both, English and Continental style). At first glance, it looks like the classic 2×2 Rib stitch, but if we take a closer look, we’ll see how the columns are embossed, standing out remarkably. The Double Slip-stitch Rib is a two-row repeat pattern, one of which is plain knitting, and the other row requires two simple steps: More knitting and slipping stitches. The good news is that it doesn’t involve any purling! Yay! Because it’s well known that many of us don’t love to purl, and it has been…
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Herringbone Lace stitch: A one-row repeat knitting pattern for beginners
In today’s tutorial, you’ll learn an adorable pattern, super easy to knit (just 3 simple steps), and reversible (identical on both sides): The Herringbone Lace stitch. It’s the perfect option for beginners that are looking to knit lace for the first time, because the only techniques required are the knit stitch, knit two stitches together, and yarn forward. The Herringbone Lace is a one-row repeat pattern (it means that there is only one row that will be repeated time and time again), and you can use it for both Summer and Winter garments, in other words cotton or wool, you decide! This stitch pattern has no right or wrong side,…
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How to knit the Tweed stitch: A two-row repeat reversible pattern
In today’s tutorial, you’ll learn a classic knitting pattern: The Tweed stitch. It’s a two-row repeat pattern, which combines knitting, purling and slipping stitches. The Tweed stitch looks like a factory made fabric when finished: It lays flat, it has an adorable texture to it, great for knitting something special…maybe a Chanel style jacket, a kilt for that Scotsman in your life, or even a fancy scarf? I love both sides of the fabric, so to me it’s more a reversible stitch, and also it’s unisex, it works for both women’s and men’s garments. This is one side of the work: Abbreviations CO: Cast on st: Stitch K: knit P:…
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A new no curl version of the Stockinette stitch knitting pattern
In this tutorial, you’ll learn how to knit a version of the Stockinette (Stocking stitch), that doesn’t curl. Why? Although we love it, sometimes we tend to avoid it: The curling is a no-no factor for many knitters… I came up with his version after many long nights of trial and error. So now if you want to knit a scarf, a blanket, without using a second stitch for the edges, this version of the Stockinette stitch is simply perfect! It creates a thick fabric, almost cushioned… It’s also slightly stretchy and, for certain garments, I’d use it instead of the ribbing stitch. On the other hand, it’s a two-row…
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How to knit the Estonian Braid: A one-row technique
In today’s tutorial, you’ll learn how to knit the Estonian Braid, step by step (just because sometimes we get bored of knitting the same 1 x 1 or 2 x 2 classic ribbing, don’t we?). This is an ancient technique used in Eastern Europe to embellish the ribbing of hats, sweaters, and gloves/mittens. It works as an eye-catching border between the rib and the rest of the garment. The Estonian Braid is easy to make, it’s a one row technique that involves knitting and slipping stitches, it gives a more stylish look to your knitting work. Wish to highlight it even more? Do it twice, or in a different color!…
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How to knit the easiest Kitty Cat Hat for Halloween
Sometime ago, we learned how to knit a Pumpkin Baby Hat (this pattern comes in two sizes, and it’s made using straight needles). We also learned how to knit a Witch/Wizard/Warlock Hat (this one is available for kids of all ages, from 1 to 100). Today, I’m sharing the easiest Kitty Cat Hat knitting pattern, using straight needles, it’s in the new Halloween knitting projects list, that I’ve created on my YouTube channel (click here if you’d like to take a look). This pattern comes also in several sizes from 12 months to too many months to mention size 😉 It’s really quick and fun to knit, and the only…
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How to knit the Basket stitch: Chunky and cozy
In today’s tutorial, you’ll learn how to knit the Basket stitch: Easy (to knit and to memorize) and ideal for knitting any sort of warm and cozy clothing (hats, blankets, cowls, sweaters, etc.). This is a four-row repeat pattern, perfect for beginners (the only techniques required are knitting and purling). This version of the Basket stitch shares the same DNA than the Waffle stitch, we learned sometime ago, and because of the slipped stitches, it tends to curl… No need to panic though 🙂 There is always a solution: Either you knit a nice edge on each side of the work, or block the piece once it’s finished. Without further…
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How to knit Vertical Stripes: A two-row repeat pattern that doesn’t curl
In today’s tutorial, you’ll learn how to knit vertical stripes. A two-row repeat pattern, that combines knitting and purling, easy to knit, ideal for beginners. It shares the same DNA of the Slip Stitch Rib we learned sometime ago. The Vertical Stripes stitch is perfect for knitting scarves, infinite cowls, blankets, etc., because although it’s not reversible, it doesn’t curl, and it’s unisex: It will work for women’s and men’s garments. Knit it with single-color fibers, or, as I did for this tutorial, using a variegated cotton yarn. It’s one of those stitches that really pops with those kind of yarns. So, if you are a beginner, and you just…
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Grid stitch knitting pattern: Reversible, unisex, and it doesn’t curl
In today’s tutorial, we’ll learn how to knit the Grid stitch. This is the first time we’re going to knit a dense, thick, grid stitch (so far, all the patterns we’ve learned are lace grid stitches). I love the Grid stitch because it features a lot of advantages: It’s super easy to knit, it doesn’t curl, it’s reversible (almost identical on both sides), and it’s also unisex (it works for children’s, women’s and men’s garments). This is a four-row repeat pattern, two of which are plain knit rows. The other two require only knitting and purling, so, if you are just starting to knit, this pattern will suit you! Due…
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Twisted Knot knitting stitch pattern: Only four rows and it doesn’t curl
I would to share with you the Twisted Knot knitting pattern. An adorable stitch that doesn’t curl. It has a rich texture to it, similar to the Edelweiss knitting pattern. The Twisted Knot stitch is a four-row repeat pattern; it is pretty intuitive: There are only two steps that will be repeated time and time again, easy to see and to memorize, so you’ll instantly know what comes next; there’s no need to keep checking the instructions all the time. It’s not reversible, yet the “wrong” side of the work looks interesting too, so there are many projects we can use it for: Scarves, cowls, cushions, table runners, blankets, hats,…
