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How to knit the Eiffel Tower stitch pattern (really cute!)
In today’s tutorial, you’ll learn how to knit a super cute pattern: The Eiffel Tower stitch (inspired by the TV show “Emily in Paris”). Although it’s a sixteen-row repeat pattern, it’s really easy to do; if you can knit and purl, you can do it! Honestly, I think it’s a great opportunity for beginners: You’ll practice how to count different combinations of knit and purl every eight rows 😉 In fact, the extra techniques required are the yarn over, and purl two stitches together (nothing that we haven’t done before). Additionally, since the design creates a large pattern, it’s perfect for big projects such as blankets, cushions, placemats, table runners,…
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How to knit the Heart stitch pattern (2 rows only!)
Today, I’m sharing how to knit the Heart stitch, a two-row repeat pattern, super easy to do, and great for beginners. Actually, it’s made out of two steps, and the only techniques required are the knit stitch (regular and through the back loop), and the purl stitch. Besides, the right side of the Heart stitch looks like the Stockinette stitch, but it lays flat… YAY! On the contrary, the wrong side looks like the 1×1 Rib stitch, so I’d say it’s a reversible pattern, perfect for scarves and infinite cowls, among other projects. However, there’s a peculiarity about this stitch you need to know before we start: In order to…
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How to knit Bobbles… or a bunch of them!
In today’s tutorial, you’ll learn how to knit Bobbles, step-by-step. It’s a lovely stitch pattern, full of volume and texture, ideal for a lot of projects, such as baby stuff, but also great for the sleeves or the yoke of a sweater/cardigan. Moreover, it could be used for a blanket, or even accessories, such as hats, scarves, cowls, mittens, etc. Although it looks complicated, the truth is that the only techniques required are knitting and purling, so every knitter can do it! However, there are two aspects I’d like to mention: Firstly, because the bobbles are made over a Stockinette stitch background, they tend to curl. So, if you’re knitting…
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How to knit the Half Linen stitch pattern (4 rows only!)
In this tutorial, you’ll learn how to knit the Half Linen stitch (known as the Woven stitch when knitted in one color). It’s fun to knit, and it’s a four-row repeat pattern, two of which are plain purl rows. The other techniques required are the knit stitch, and the slipped stitch, nothing that we haven’t practiced before 😉 In addition, I love that it’s similar to the Fair Isle (Jacquard) technique, but it’s much easier, and by combining red and white, you’ll get a pretty Christmas look! This is why it can be used for hats, cushions, placemats, table runners, and even sweaters or cardigans. Before I continue, let me…
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How to Knit a Baby Cardigan (0-3 months to 2 years)
Today, I’m sharing how to knit a Baby Cardigan (flat / back and forth). It’s a 5-piece bottom-up construction, super easy to knit, ideal for beginners. Actually, the only techniques required are knit and purl, pick up and knit, and bind off. Besides, the Baby Cardigan is knitted in Stockinette stitch, except for the hem, cuffs, and buttonhole edge, where will be doing the 1×1 Rib stitch. However, if you are not a fan of purling, you can change the Stockinette stitch sections for Garter stitch 😉 Finally, I’ll show you in the video tutorial how to join the pieces (right front, left front, back, and sleeves) using the mattress…
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How to knit the Textured Ribbons stitch pattern
Today, I’m sharing how to knit the Textured Ribbons stitch… another classic of the knitting world. It has a lovely texture to it, perfect for large pieces, such as sweaters, cardigans, vests, blankets, etc., yet suitable for accessories too, such as hats, mittens, and socks. Actually, it’s a way to create little rectangles, divided by slipped stitches; it reminds me of one of the Waffle stitch patterns we’ve practiced in the past. Although it’s not identical on both sides, they look pretty, so I’d say it’s a reversible stitch. Furthermore, it doesn’t curl! So if you want to knit a scarf, go ahead! In addition, the Textured Ribbons stitch looks like…
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How to knit the Garter Slip stitch (4 rows and no purling!)
Today, I’m sharing how to knit the amazing Garter Slip stitch 🙂 It’s a four-row repeat pattern, two of which are plain knit rows, so it’s easy to knit and memorize. In addition, the Garter Slip stitch looks great not only on the right side; it has an interesting texture on the so-called wrong side, so to me, it’s a reversible pattern. Actually, it’s a great stitch for scarves and infinite cowls, among other projects such as blankets, dishcloths, and baby stuff, because there is a third advantage to it: It stays flat! Furthermore, is a little bit stretchy, yet firm and spongy at the same time… Besides, it makes…
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How to knit a Candy Corn Hat for the whole family
Today, you’ll learn how to knit a super easy Candy Corn Hat, step by step. As many of you already know, this tricolor candy was invented in Philadelphia in 1880 and became a symbol of Fall and Halloween. The pattern comes in all sizes: From 0 – 3 months of age to adults, and it’s totally beginner-friendly. Actually, the only techniques required are cast-on, knit and purl, and knit two stitches together (nothing else, not even cast-off). So, if you are trick or treating this year, I suggest you start knitting for the whole family 🙂 In conclusion, there is no time to lose! Grab your needles and some yarn,…
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How to knit the Eyelet Ridge stitch (2 rows only!)
Today, you’ll learn how to knit the Eyelet Ridge stitch, step by step 🙂 It’s a two-row repeat pattern, easy to knit, and easy to memorize (it’s pretty intuitive). The Eyelet Ridge stitch creates a little bit of volume and has a great texture to it. Although is not identical on both sides, the so-called “wrong side” looks good too, so to me, it’s a reversible pattern. This is why it’s ideal for scarves, infinite cowls, the sleeves of a cardigan or sweater, and moreover, blankets. If this is your choice, please think of adding a Seed stitch or Irish Moss stitch edge, at least on the sides of the…
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How to do The I-Cord Bind-Off (Knitting Technique)
In this post, you’ll learn how to do the i-cord bind-off (or cast-off, whatever you prefer). Honestly, I love the gorgeous round and firm edge that it creates… In fact, in previous tutorials, we have practiced many ways to use it: Firstly, I showed you how to knit an i-cord edge for the sides of your projects. Secondly, we learned how to knit an i-cord (like a little tube made out of three stitches). Thirdly, I shared how to do the i-cord cast-on. I think it’s a pretty way to start and finish a blanket, for example, but it’s also perfect for the neckline of a sweater 😉 So, grab…
