Knitting Tutorials

Not sure what to buy or make first? Start with a small practice piece, then choose yarn, needles and a project that suit your next step.

Here’s a bit of a hot take. All cable knitting patterns are simple. There.I said it. Now I know what you might be thinking. You might be picturing a giant Aran sweater covered in dramatic cables and thinking: "There is...

A PetiteKnit Adult Vest Guide TL;DR The PetiteKnit Lulu Slipover (Adult) is a top-down knitted vest with structured shoulders and positive ease. DK / 8ply yarns work best for clear stitch definition, while careful swatching is essential for fit. The...

Knitting is a universal language, uniting crafters from all corners of the world with a shared passion for creating. However, just as with any language, there can be differences in how knitting is "spoken" in different regions. One such variation...

As a knitting store owner, I often get asked about the best ways to finish a knitting project. One of the most effective techniques is wet blocking. Wet blocking is a finishing process that helps shape and set your knitted...

Unlike flat knitting, where you are knitting a row and then turning your work, you work circular knitting in rounds. You do not turn your work. You work each row of the pattern in circular rounds on circular needles.   What Does it...

Used the right yarn, needles and size but your sweater still doesn't fit? The problem could be your gauge. Learn how knitting gauge and tension work, how to knit and measure a proper swatch, what to do when your stitch count is wrong, and why a small tension square can save an entire sweater.

What is Magic Loop in Knitting? Magic Loop is a knitting technique used for working small circumferences in the round, such as socks, sleeves, or hats, using a long circular needle. It allows you to avoid using double-pointed needles (DPNs)...