Top knitting Tips and Tricks
The best tips and tricks in knitting, explained step by step. Great advice for beginners and experts.
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How to knit the most beautiful chained edges
In today’s post, I’m sharing how to knit chained edges (identical on both sides). Honestly, I have to make a confession… I’m in love (yet again) with the shape of chains in knitting (this is why I shared how to knit the chained cast-on a few months ago 😉 It’s a pretty simple technique that creates the most beautiful edges, perfect for scarves, blankets, cowls, and headbands, for example. Actually, it can be applied to any knitting project that stays flat, and you can use any pattern, not only the Garter stitch… Nevertheless, if you are working with a different pattern, please note that the second stitch needs to be…
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How to knit a Picot Edge – Beautiful Knitting Technique
Today, I’m sharing how to knit a beautiful Picot Edge, step by step. It’s a great knitting technique, quick and fun to do; the truth is that when I saw it, I fell in love again 😉 The only techniques required are simple: Knit stitch, purl stitch, yarn over, and knit two stitches together. Honestly, it will give a touch of elegance to your projects; and it’s pretty versatile: You can use it for the edge of sweaters and cardigans, but also for blankets and ponchos. In fact, it will also work for the cuff of the sleeves. I believe that these kinds of details can make a difference, by…
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How to knit the Chained Cast on
In today’s tutorial, you’ll learn how to knit the chained cast-on, another way to start your knitting projects! Although I normally use the long tail cast-on or the knitted cast-on, it’s my favorite cast-on method when knitting in the round. It gives a touch of elegance to the edge of the hat, gloves, or sweater. Additionally, it’s pretty stretchy! The chained cast-on is not only adorable but really simple, the only extra thing you’ll need is a crochet hook. Not to worry though, you don’t need to be an expert in crochet… I’m not either! So, it’s time to learn this new technique. Grab your needles, a crochet hook, and…
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How to do a Stretchy Bind Off (Knitting Technique)
In this tutorial, you’ll learn how to do a stretchy bind-off, step by step. It’s a useful knitting technique, for several reasons: First of all, it will help you with the tension of the stitches. I’m aware that for some knitters, binding off when using the knitting needles is a real pain in the backside. In fact, there are many ways of finishing your knit work, including the 3 needles bind-off technique, but it’s also true that some knitters don’t get the results they’re looking for 😉 Either they end up having a too tight finish, or just the opposite, it’s too loose. Honestly, with this technique, you’ll have total…
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Tips for Knitters 3: How much yarn to use for a long tail cast-on?
How much yarn for a long tail cast on? Ask yourself just how many times you have pondered that very question… Honestly, the Long Tail method to cast on stitches is one of my favorite tips and tricks to save time and yarn. Why? Well, because the edge of the fabric is more consistent and stretchy… it looks lovely. However, contrary to the “Knitted Cast On method”, the goal is to use your eyes and grey matter to estimate how much yarn to leave at one end. Hands up if you have ever cast on say 80 lovely little stitches, only to realize in horror after 60 that there is…
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Tips for knitters 2: How to know if you have enough yarn to finish that row?
In this tutorial, you’ll learn two ways of knowing if you have enough yarn to finish that row you’re working in, even if you’re binding off (or casting off). I’m sure you know the feeling of not having enough yarn to complete one row or one round… … Especially if you don’t want to join the new ball in the middle of the back of your sweater, for example… But it could be worse! How do you feel if you are unsure whether your project can be finished or not?!!! (Maybe you don’t know yet, but a while ago, I shared my step by step process to calculate in advance…
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Tips for knitters: How to use rubber bands in your knitting
Today’s post is all about a couple of ways to use rubber bands to help improve your knitting. Why? Well, I’m excited to say that over the next weeks, I intend to post a new series of tutorials in a special playlist on my YouTube channel “So Woolly” in order to help you, my little Woolly. I’ve called it: “Things I wish I knew when I started knitting”. Had I known everything that I am about to share with you, I would have avoided a lot of stress and more grey hairs than I care to mention. In fact, these tips and tricks were earned through blood sweat, and tears,…
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Symmetry in the Chevron stitch/3 needle bind off (no seaming)
Several months ago, we practiced the Reversible Chevron stitch, and in this tutorial, I’m sharing three new things: On one hand, you’ll learn how to knit the Ribbed Chevron stitch, ideal for scarves, blankets, and rectangular shawls or wraps (both sides look almost identical, and it stays flat! Yay!). On the other hand, you’ll see what to do to make both extremes of the garment look the same when knitting a stitch that creates picks (or a pointy edge). In other words, how to get symmetry in your Chevron stitches… yeap, it’s possible! Last, but not least, you’ll learn how to bind off and seam two knitted pieces at the…
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How to create Illusion or Shadow knitting, step by step
In this tutorial, I’m sharing a pretty special technique: How to knit a fabric that creates a shadow effect or an optical illusion, through texture and color. Even if at first it appears complicated, shadow knitting is actually really easy to do (the only stitches required are knits and purls). Its also endlessly adaptable, the strips can be made as wide as you like, and as many as you need. This is why this kind of fabric is a great option when knitting blankets, cushions, place mats, table runners, bags, or even a scarf for the smaller members of the family. Before anything else, I’d like to give you some…
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How to fix mistakes when knitting the Fisherman’s Rib stitch
Fixing a mistake when knitting the classic Fisherman’s Rib stitch, could be a major challenge for knitters. What makes it complicated is that we are working with stitches from the row below. Then, if we dropped stitches, or even worse, our needles went off, repairing that fabric takes a little more effort than when working basic knit-purl stitch patterns. So, as many of you have requested it, today, I’m sharing how to repair annoying errors and take things back to normal when knitting the Fisherman’s Rib stitch. Just click here to see the step-by-step process: How to fix mistakes when knitting the Fisherman’s Rib stitch I hope this helps. Thank…
