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How to knit an adorable Two-Color Lattice stitch pattern
In this tutorial, I’ll show you how to knit with two colors; we’ll learn how to knit a gorgeous two-color Lattice stitch. It’s an eight-row repeat pattern, and surprisingly, much easier to do than it looks (I always thought it was complicated)… Honestly, for years I have been wanting to do it, but I don’t know why, I never put my mind to it. So, today is the day! Before we start, I’d like to give you a couple of tips when knitting with colors: Firstly, use contrasting colors, especially if you are a beginner. This will help you to see where you are pretty quickly. Secondly, try to work…
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How to knit the Linen stitch in one or two colors
I believe that the Linen stitch is one of those patterns that all knitters need to learn. Why? Well, firstly, it’s one of those patterns that look like fabric (like the Woven stitch we practiced a while ago). It means that one of the advantages is that it lays flat; it doesn’t bend nor curl on any side. Secondly, it’s a two-row pattern, and there are just two steps to remember and repeat. Actually, there is another reason to love it: Although it’s not a reversible pattern, the so-called “wrong side” of the work looks pretty too (similar to the Seed stitch). It’s so cute! Honestly, when I look at…
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How to knit with two colors: Tweed stitch
In this tutorial, I’m showing how to knit with two colors, while teaching the Tweed stitch. Honestly, it’s so easy, that you don’t even have to purl! Actually, the two-color Tweed stitch is a four-row repeat pattern, two of which are plain knit rows… it couldn’t be easier. It’s a stitch pattern ideal for beginners; no previous experience in knitting with colors will be needed, you’ll see! However, if you are a beginner in the colorwork technique, I’d suggest you keep reading 😉 How to knit with two colors: Helpful Tips I will not tire of repeating… First of all, use contrasting colors; it’ll help you to “read” your knitting…
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Two-Color Slip-Stitch knitting pattern (no purling required)
In this tutorial, I’m sharing how to knit the Two-Color Slip-Stitch pattern. A fluffy four-row repeat pattern that doesn’t curl, (and so easy, that there is no need to purl, yay!). It’s a nice option for blankets, baby stuff, but also, any kind of home decorations (table runner, placemats, cushions, etc.). Before anything else, I’d like to share some guidelines to obtain the best results when knitting the two-color slip-stitch pattern: In the first place, although rows 1 and 3, look very similar, as well as rows and 2 and 4, they are indeed different. So, please pay attention, because it’s easy to get confused the first time you try…
