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One row knitting stitch: Easy, reversible and it doesn’t roll (great for scarves)!
A lovely stitch pattern that doesn’t roll, and is identical on both sides of the work, great for knitting scarves and blankies. It has a nice texture and is really easy to knit, only 4 steps to remember, ideal for beginners. It has only one row that you repeat until you reach the length needed. That’s it! Abbreviations CO: Cast on K: Knit P: Purl Ktbl: Knit through the back loop BO: Bind off One Row stitch CO multiples of 4 + 2 stitches, i.e.: 4 * 5 = 20 + 2 = 22 stitches. 1º and only row: *K2, K1tbl, P1*. Repeat from * to * ending with K2.…
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How to knit Lace Squares, step by step: Great for wraps!
Easier than it appears, the Lace Squares stitch is such a beautiful pattern, full of texture, great for knitting a wrap, a rectangular shawl, a scarf and some knitters say that it also works for a baby blanket! The techniques used are: Knit, purl, yarn over and knit two stitches together, and the repeats are pretty similar, so it starts to make sense very quickly… and it’s easy to remember. The Lace Squares pattern is not reversible, but the wrong side of the work looks pretty too 😉 However, if you are searching for a real double sided lace stitch, this is the one for you: How to knit Lace…
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Seersucker stitch: Ideal for knitting scarves (it doesn’t curl)
A great combination of knits and purls, so easy to knit, with only a few steps to remember, ideal for beginners. The Seersucker knitting stitch creates a textured fabric, reversible, perfect to knit scarves and cowls, because it produces a flat fabric. But you can knit a blanket, baby clothing, sweaters, bags…anything you like (just like the Diagonal stitch to the right, from last lesson. Abbreviations CO: Cast on K: Knit P: Purl BO: Bind off How to knit the Seersucker stitch CO multiples of 4 +1 + 2 edge stitches; i.e.: 4*4 = 16+1 = 17+2 = 19 stitches. 1º and 5º Rows (RS): K1 (edge), *K1, P1, K1,…
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A textured knitting stitch for beginners: Diagonal to the right – For scarves, cowls, blankets
In this tutorial you’ll learn how to knit a diagonal stitch pattern, reversible, perfect to knit an extensive range of garments: Blankies, scarves, cowls, sweaters, bags, cushions… you name it! The Diagonal Stitch to the Right creates a textured fabric that doesn’t roll up. It’s easy and fun to knit; a great pattern for beginners. Similar to the “Little Boxes“, a stitch we learned some time ago… Abbreviations CO: Cast on st: Stitch K: Knit P: Purl WS: Wrong side RS: Right side BO: Bind off Diagonal Stitch to the Right CO multiples of 7 + 2 stitches (edge stitches); i.e.: 7*4 = 28 + 2 = 30 stitches. 1º…
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How to knit a Slouchy-Hipster Hat, for absolute beginners
A great accessory for Winter and fun to knit… The Slouchy-Hipster Hat Pattern is really easy to follow, designed for all the noobs of the knitting world. It’s knitted flat, so if you know how to cast on, how to knit and purl, look no further. This is the one for you 🙂 Make it for yourself, family and friends, you’ll love it. Materials Check out these gorgeous needles! 2 x 3.5 mm knitting needles / US 4 #ad 2 x 4 mm knitting needles / US 6h #ad 100 gr of wool Worsted, Afghan, Aran (Medium or number 4). 1 x Tapestry needle #ad 1 x Measuring tape #ad…
