How to Choose the Best Yarn for Blankets
Handmade blankets are a wonderful way to stay cozy during the winter and can be a lot of fun to make, too. Before you get …
Knitting Tips and Tricks
Woolen Spun Yarn, Worsted Spun Yarn, and Yarn Substitution
It’s been a while since we’ve talked about yarn substitution around here, but today’s post is going to cover a really important topic: yarn construction. …
How to Knit a Round Toe Two Ways: Toe Up and Cuff Down
The round toe is a fun sock-knitting technique that gives a soft shape much like the crown of a hat–but for your feet, instead. Come …
What is KFB in Knitting? Try this Easy Increase
When you’re knitting and need to add a new stitch, there is more than one increase method you can choose from. In today’s post, we’re …
How to Knit a Blanket on Circular Needles for Beginners
There are few things cozier than a handknit blanket, and with cooler weather approaching here in the northern hemisphere, it’s a great time for many …
How to Measure Your Circular Knitting Needles
If you need to know how to measure your circular knitting needles, this blog post will walk you through the key steps.
How to Knit Seed Stitch – Easy Tutorial for Beginners
This post will walk you though how to knit seed stitch flat and in the round, with both odd and even numbers of stitches.
The Vanilla Sock: My Favorite Basic Knitting Project
When I first started knitting socks, I knew I wanted to learn the structural essentials before I started diving into the more complex patterns. My …
The Best Double Pointed Knitting Needles for Your Unique Needs
The first tool that helped knitters work in the round (that is, making tubes without having to sew them up) was the double pointed needle. …
Why and How to Knit a Picot Bind Off – With Video Tutorial
A favorite way to add a little embellishment to a knit project is to finish it off with a picot bind-off. This decorative edging is …