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Knit the Ridged Hearts Stitch & Create an Amazing Texture + Video
How to Knit the Ridged Hearts Stitch Pattern If you’ve been looking for a texture that stands out, the Ridged Hearts stitch is for you! It’s a classic four-row repeat pattern, not too open, which creates little columns shaped like hearts. Although you might think it’s made like most of the cable patterns (using a cable needle to cross stitches), the good news is that there’s no need to. We can make this crisscross effect by knitting and purling some stitches through the back loop. Yarn & Needles “As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.” Abbreviations Written Instructions for the Ridged Hearts Stitch CO multiples of 4 +…
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Knit a Lace Shawl with this Free Pattern + Video
Today you’ll learn how to knit a gorgeous crescent-shaped Lace Shawl, step by step. Lace Shawl Knitting Construction It’s a top-down shawl, worked from the neck down. Starting with a Garter Tab, that replicates the shape of a crescent moon, it alternates solid and lace sections, using two different lace knitting patterns, ending with a picot edge (which we practiced a while ago). I designed this shawl especially for these days when you need to focus, let’s call it “knitting meditation days” 😉. ⚠️ Note for beginners: If you’re just starting to knit, this might be a tricky project; I’d recommend knitting the whole shawl in Garter stitch, or alternating…
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Knit the Herringbone Stitch: Flat & In the Round + Video
What is the Herringbone Stitch? The Herringbone stitch is a pattern that resembles the bones of a fish; a series of v shapes that create weaves. I’m sure you’ve seen it before, maybe it wasn’t on a handmade knitted object, because it’s typical on tiles, wooden floors and found in suits or jackets’ fabrics. It’s an eye-catching knitting pattern, soft and chunky, that can’t go unnoticed! Is the Herringbone Stitch Pattern Difficult? Although it looks complex, the good new is that it’s easy to knit! If you can knit and purl, you can do it! It’s a two-row repeat pattern and there are just 2 steps involved: knit two stitches…
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How to Knit the Cloverleaf Eyelets Stitch + Video (Blanket-Lovers’ Favorite)
The Cloverleaf Eyelets stitch is another classic of the knitting world, airy, delicate yet structured, it’s a great lace pattern for blankets, among other projects. Actually, it reminds me of the Cat’s Paw Eyelets stitch, we practiced a while ago (both have several things in common): Cloverleaf Eyelet vs. Cat’s Pow Eyelets Stitch Patterns Although they are 12-row repeat patterns, both are easier than typical leaf patterns; their repeats are simple: yarn over, simple decrease and double decrease, and knit and purl stitches. Another similarity is that the even rows are plain purl rows (which I like to call “rest rows”). In addition, the Cloverleaf Eyelets and the Cat’s Pow…
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6 Easy Halloween Knitting Patterns to Knit this Fall + Video
Today I’m sharing 6 Halloween knitting patterns because if you’re like me, this is another perfect excuse to pick up your needles and create something cozy and fun! From hats and mittens, to Autumn leaves, these six knitting projects are ideal for beginners and veterans. Whether you’re making a quick costume for the little ones, dressing up yourself (or the whole family), even decorating your home for Fall, these projects will get you into the Halloween spirit! 🍼 Halloween Knitting Patterns For Babies & Kids 🎃 Baby Pumpkin Hat Quick to knit, this hat looks so cute, that you wouldn’t want your baby to miss it! And it’s so simple,…
