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How to knit a Cocoon for a Newborn Baby step by step
An adorable project, ideal for beginners, makes a great Christmas present or for your next baby shower emergency. In this tutorial we learn how to knit a Cocoon for newborn babies. The pattern is knitted flat, from the top down, and the only techniques you need to know are how to knit and how to purl (no need to know how to bind off). Starting at the edge in Stockinette stitch (it’s going to roll up a bit), we knit a 2 x 2 Rib edge, and then change to Stockinette stitch for some rows. To finish, we’ll decrease stitches in some rows, to shape the cone. …
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Newborn Baby Mittens, a knitting pattern for beginners
As many of you have requested, today we are going to learn the easiest Newborn Baby Mittens knitting pattern ever! The only techniques required are: Cast on (use any method you like), knit and purl. The mittens are knitted flat, so if you don’t know yet how to knit in the round, this project is for you. They are designed to match the Baby Booties for absolute beginners and the Baby Hat with Bunny Ears! And if you want to complete the set, you can also add the Baby Blanket for Beginners 😉 Let’s get started… Materials 2 x 3 mm – US 3 knitting needles #ad 2…
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How to knit Mittens with Thumbs for Children 2-3 years
In this tutorial we’ll learn how to knit mittens with thumbs, using straight needles. If you know how to knit and purl, you can do it! The pattern is simple and you can even make some small alterations to customize them… there are so many options: Knit them in a Garter stitch, change colors where the decreases start, or just make a lovely motif using the duplicate stitch… set your creative side free! Materials 2 x 5 mm – US 8 knitting needles #ad 2 x 4 mm – US 6 knitting needles #ad 30-35 gr of wool Worsted, Afghan, Aran (Medium or number…
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How to knit the Spring Lace stitch: for your next seasonal scarf
The Spring Lace stitch is a romantic pattern, ideal for knitting your next Autumn or Spring wrap/scarf. It looks complicated, however, it’s a great opportunity to practice if you are just starting out knitting lace. All the techniques involved are easy and explained step by step in the video tutorial. My suggestion: Start with a small swatch, using thick needles and bulky yarn, to learn how it works. To knit your scarf, use smaller needles and a finer yarn, to get a better look. On my swatch, I used fine yarn (number 2) and 3.5 mm / 4 US knitting needles. Remember: It’s always easier to knit lace with sharp…
