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How to Knit Your First Comfy Cardigan
Today, you’ll learn how to knit your first Cardigan: It’s comfy, super easy to do, and oversized, perfect for beginners! It’s a 5-piece dropped shoulder cardigan, (bottom-up construction), and the only techniques required are knit + purl stitches, pick up and knit, and bind off knitwise. The back and the fronts of the Cardigan are simple rectangles knitted in Stockinette stitch, with a 1 x 1 ribbing for the hems and cuffs. Nevertheless, if you prefer to knit rather than purl, you can change the Stockinette (Stocking) parts for the Garter stitch. By way of contrast, for the sleeves, I used the Hurdle Stitch we practiced a couple of months…
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How to knit the Horizontal Double Chain stitch pattern
Today, I’m sharing how to knit the Horizontal Double Chain stitch, a lovely pattern. It has a rich texture to it; the design forms embossed horizontal chains throughout the fabric, divided by sections of Stockinette stitch. The fact is that it’s fun and quick to knit because it has a short repeat, so you’ll memorize it pretty quickly. In addition, it’s a six-row repeat pattern, three of which are plain knit and purl rows (“resting rows”). Actually, the “real action” takes place in three rows, but not to worry, there are only 2 steps to be done. Although the wrong side of the work forms sections of Reverse Stockinette and…
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How to Knit Teardrops: Texture + Volume in One Stitch Pattern!
Today, I’m teaching you how to knit teardrops, to create an eye-catching fabric. Honestly, it looks complicated, I know, but the truth is that is fun to knit, and pretty intuitive… On the one hand, most of the rows are knit and purl rows and this is why the so-called “wrong side” of the work resembles a beehive, also rich in texture and volume. So I’d say it’s a reversible stitch. Moreover, it doesn’t curl! On the other hand, we have practiced the other techniques required several times, as we did when I shared how to knit The 14 Stitches Scarf, so there’s really nothing scary here 😉 Last but…
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How to Knit a Gorgeous Chevron Stitch (2 rows!)
In this tutorial, I’m sharing how to knit the easiest Chevron Lace stitch I’ve seen so far. So, I’m happy to say that it’s totally beginner-friendly! Many Chevron Lace patterns include double and more elaborate simple decreases, which makes the patterns more suitable for experienced knitters. On the contrary, this one is not only a gorgeous two-row repeat pattern, but the only stitches you need to know are knit, purl, yarn over, and knit two together. It’s pretty versatile and ideal for blankets (not only for baby blankets), throws, wraps, etc. In fact, you can knit a single-color piece, or combine several colors; make the stripes as thin or wide…
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How to knit a beautiful ribbing (2 rows only!)
Today, you’ll learn how to knit a beautiful ribbing in just two rows. Honestly, this one is a very special Rib stitch, easier than the Double Braided Rib we practiced a while ago, and it doesn’t curl. Actually, the only techniques required are knit and purl, so if you already mastered the classic 2 x 2 Rib stitch, you can do it 😉 What makes it unique, is the combination of knitting/purling some stitches through the back loop. It creates this braided texture, without crossing stitches… YAY! Although it’s not identical on both sides, they look pretty, so to me, it’s a reversible stitch. In addition, this beauty can be…
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How to knit the Morning Glory stitch (2 rows!)
In today’s tutorial, I’m sharing how to knit a variant of the classic Stockinette (Stocking) stitch. It’s a two-row repeat pattern, another combination of plain knit and purl rows, but, with a little bit of texture. It reminds me of the famous Heart stitch pattern… Nevertheless, this one is easier and faster to knit, because you don’t need to keep interchanging knit and purl stitches in the same row. If you have following me for some time, you know that I like to share how to knit variants of worldwide known patterns, adding special touches. In summary, you can use this version as a substitute for the normal one: It’s…
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How to knit the Double Garter stitch (reversible)
Today, I’m sharing how to knit a lovely pattern: The Double Garter stitch. It’s a four-row repeat pattern, full of texture, perfect for baby stuff, blankets, and accessories, such as scarves, shawls, hats, and infinite cowls. In fact, it reminds me of the Chain stitch we practiced a while ago (another cute pattern). However, if you’re looking to knit a sweater (or a cardigan), the Double Garter stitch is also a nice option. In addition, it’s a reversible pattern! Although both sides are different, they look pretty 😉 Finally, and before I forget, I’d suggest using a larger needle size (just one size up than what you’d normally use with…
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How to knit the famous Cat’s Paw Eyelets stitch
Today, I’m sharing how to knit a lovely lace pattern, the famous Cat’s Paw Eyelets stitch. Why? Honestly, I’m convinced that it’s a good introduction to larger motifs, like the leaf patterns, which I’d like to share in the near future. Although the Cat’s Paw Eyelets stitch is a twelve-row repeat design, it’s easy to do (the even rows are plain purl rows, and some odd rows are repeated across the pattern. We’ll be using two common decreases: The typical right-leaning decrease (knitting two stitches together), and a simple left-leaning decrease, different than the ssk (slip, slip, knit). Apart form that, there are no complicated steps, just yarn over, and…
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How to knit the Spike stitch: One gorgeous pattern!
In today’s tutorial, I’m sharing how to knit the Spike stitch, a wonderful pattern full of volume and texture! Although there are four setup rows to begin with (working a classic 2 x 3 Rib stitch), it’s a four-row repeat pattern. As a matter of fact, the Spike stitch looks similar to the Seagull pattern we practiced years ago, yet it’s much more eye-catching 😉 However, it’s stretchy, so if you’re looking for something special to substitute the Rib stitch, this one is for you. Furthermore, it can be used as a main stitch to knit accessories, such as hats, scarves, and cowls, but also blankets, sweaters, and cardigans. Last…
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How to knit the Feather & Fan versus the Old Shale
Is it the Old Shale or the Feather & Fan knit stitch? There’s an ancient discussion and confusion between these two patterns. Since I was a little girl, I thought that the Old Shale was the Feather & Fan stitch (I didn’t know that there was a stitch called the Old Shale). However, some years later, I learned that the only difference between them was the number of stitches to cast on (multiples of 17 for the Old Shale; and multiples of 14 for the Feather & Fan). And just days ago, I found out that the Old Shale is what I knew as Feather & Fan, and that the…
