Knitting: Most Popular Articles
These articles are the most popular over the last month.
Learn to Knit
If you've ever wanted to learn to knit but aren't sure where to begin, this guide covers the basics you'll need to learn to knit, pick a first knitting project, deal with problems you'll encounter and more.
If you've ever wanted to learn to knit but aren't sure where to begin, this guide covers the basics you'll need to learn to knit, pick a first knitting project, deal with problems you'll encounter and more.
Rice Stitch Scarf
Rice Stitch is an easy stitch pattern that brings a lot of texture to any project. This super-long scarf is quick and easy to knit and will keep people of any height warm throughout the cold season.
Rice Stitch is an easy stitch pattern that brings a lot of texture to any project. This super-long scarf is quick and easy to knit and will keep people of any height warm throughout the cold season.
Casting On
The first step in all knitting is casting on. Here are two easy ways to cast on, allowing you to get started knitting quickly and easily.
The first step in all knitting is casting on. Here are two easy ways to cast on, allowing you to get started knitting quickly and easily.
Fingerless Gloves
Fingerless gloves are a wonderful, quick knitting project that you'll want to wear all the time when working on the computer or doing other tasks that require use of your fingers.
Fingerless gloves are a wonderful, quick knitting project that you'll want to wear all the time when working on the computer or doing other tasks that require use of your fingers.
Pomp Scarf
Red Heart's Pomp-a-Doodle yarn is a fun yarn accented with pom-poms. One skein is all you need to knit up this cute little neck warmer.
Red Heart's Pomp-a-Doodle yarn is a fun yarn accented with pom-poms. One skein is all you need to knit up this cute little neck warmer.
Circular Needles
Knitting with circular needles is a little mysterious for the beginning knitter. Patterns assume that you know how to knit with circular needles, but if you don't, this guide will help.
Knitting with circular needles is a little mysterious for the beginning knitter. Patterns assume that you know how to knit with circular needles, but if you don't, this guide will help.
Stockinette Stitch
Stockinette stitch is one of the most basic knitting stitches out there, and it is one of the first stitch patterns most people learn.
Stockinette stitch is one of the most basic knitting stitches out there, and it is one of the first stitch patterns most people learn.
Ribbed Flat Hat
Flat hats are a great way to make a quick project without the worry of having to work with circular and/or double-pointed knitting needles. This ribbed hat has a little bit of shaping at the top for a snug fit and is perfect for cool days.
Flat hats are a great way to make a quick project without the worry of having to work with circular and/or double-pointed knitting needles. This ribbed hat has a little bit of shaping at the top for a snug fit and is perfect for cool days.
Garter Stitch Scarf
This is a perfect first knitting project for any beginning knitter because all you have to do is knit. It's also a very quick project, which a beginner could complete in a weekend and a more advanced knitter could pull off in a few hours.
This is a perfect first knitting project for any beginning knitter because all you have to do is knit. It's also a very quick project, which a beginner could complete in a weekend and a more advanced knitter could pull off in a few hours.
Knit Stitch
The knit stitch is the basis of all other knitting. Once you've mastered the knit stitch you can make your first knitted project. These instructions show you how to form the knit stitch using the English or right-handed knitting method.
The knit stitch is the basis of all other knitting. Once you've mastered the knit stitch you can make your first knitted project. These instructions show you how to form the knit stitch using the English or right-handed knitting method.
Rolled Brim Hat
A rolled brim hat is a about the simplest hat design there is, but it's a really cute project that is perfect for a colorful, chunky yarn and when you need to get a hat knit in a hurry.
A rolled brim hat is a about the simplest hat design there is, but it's a really cute project that is perfect for a colorful, chunky yarn and when you need to get a hat knit in a hurry.
Quick Knitting Patterns
Looking for quick knitting patterns? Here are some good, free, easy knitting patterns that you can use when you need a quick gift or just want a project that's pretty close to instant gratification.
Looking for quick knitting patterns? Here are some good, free, easy knitting patterns that you can use when you need a quick gift or just want a project that's pretty close to instant gratification.
Basketweave Scarf
This free knitting pattern for a basketweave scarf is easy for beginners, quick to knit and super warm.
This free knitting pattern for a basketweave scarf is easy for beginners, quick to knit and super warm.
Bunny Hat
This cute bunny hat is really easy for even relatively new knitters and makes a cute statement on the head of your favorite little one.
This cute bunny hat is really easy for even relatively new knitters and makes a cute statement on the head of your favorite little one.
Women's Cabled Hat
This easy cabled hat is a great knit for teens or women with smaller sized heads. The simple cables are quick to work up, and the snug hat is sure to keep you warm and stylish throughout the cooler months.
This easy cabled hat is a great knit for teens or women with smaller sized heads. The simple cables are quick to work up, and the snug hat is sure to keep you warm and stylish throughout the cooler months.
How to Felt
Felting your knitting is a fun way to transform a project into something completely different. Here's a tutorial on how to felt a knitting project.
Felting your knitting is a fun way to transform a project into something completely different. Here's a tutorial on how to felt a knitting project.
Seed Stitch
Seed stitch is a fun and simple stitch pattern that makes raised stitch areas that look like seeds.
Seed stitch is a fun and simple stitch pattern that makes raised stitch areas that look like seeds.
Binding Off
So you've learned to cast on, knit and purl, but how do you finish a project? That's where binding off comes in.
So you've learned to cast on, knit and purl, but how do you finish a project? That's where binding off comes in.
Yarn Over
Yarn over, abbreviated YO, is an easy way to increase your stitches by making a hole in your knitting.
Yarn over, abbreviated YO, is an easy way to increase your stitches by making a hole in your knitting.
Cardigans
Louisa Harding is a master at developing designs with a classic flair but that also include a fashionable twist, as is clear in her book full of cardigan patterns from her previous pattern collections.
Louisa Harding is a master at developing designs with a classic flair but that also include a fashionable twist, as is clear in her book full of cardigan patterns from her previous pattern collections.
Ripple Stitch Scarf
Ripple Stitch is a fun and easy knitting stitch, and this Ripple Stitch Scarf knit in bulky yarn knits up in a flash for gift giving or almost-instant warmth.
Ripple Stitch is a fun and easy knitting stitch, and this Ripple Stitch Scarf knit in bulky yarn knits up in a flash for gift giving or almost-instant warmth.
Slouchy Hat
This is a very easy hat pattern that makes a slouchy, fun hat for teens or adults. Three sizes are given, so you can knit it big or small.
This is a very easy hat pattern that makes a slouchy, fun hat for teens or adults. Three sizes are given, so you can knit it big or small.
Lap Afghan
This free knitting pattern for a moss stitch lap afghan is a quick and easy project for beginners, and you can make it as large as you want just by using more yarn.
This free knitting pattern for a moss stitch lap afghan is a quick and easy project for beginners, and you can make it as large as you want just by using more yarn.
Scarf Hat
The scarf hat (or hat scarf) is a combination hat and scarf where the scarf is attached to the hat like ear flaps. This is the ultimate cold-weather accessory because there is no way for the wind to get to your ears or neck since there's no space between the hat and scarf.
The scarf hat (or hat scarf) is a combination hat and scarf where the scarf is attached to the hat like ear flaps. This is the ultimate cold-weather accessory because there is no way for the wind to get to your ears or neck since there's no space between the hat and scarf.
Making Pom-Poms
Pom-poms are a fun finishing touch to hats, scarves, and other knitting projects. Here's a quick and easy way to make your own pom-poms.
Pom-poms are a fun finishing touch to hats, scarves, and other knitting projects. Here's a quick and easy way to make your own pom-poms.
Box Stitch Scarf
The box stitch is an easy knitting stitch that makes a fabric with a lot of texture. This scarf uses the stitch to make a chenille yarn a little more interesting.
The box stitch is an easy knitting stitch that makes a fabric with a lot of texture. This scarf uses the stitch to make a chenille yarn a little more interesting.
Garter Stitch
Garter stitch is the most basic pattern stitch out there, but it is actually quite useful for scarves, washcloths and other utilitarian projects.
Garter stitch is the most basic pattern stitch out there, but it is actually quite useful for scarves, washcloths and other utilitarian projects.
Purl Stitch English
The second-most common stitch in the knitting world is the purl stitch, sort of the opposite of a knit. Once you know how to knit and purl, you can make all sorts of fun knitted items. Here is how you purl using the English method of holding the yarn in the right hand.
The second-most common stitch in the knitting world is the purl stitch, sort of the opposite of a knit. Once you know how to knit and purl, you can make all sorts of fun knitted items. Here is how you purl using the English method of holding the yarn in the right hand.
First Knitting Project
If you're still learning how to knit or are a very new knitter, this step-by-step guide to knitting a simple Garter Stitch square should help you understand the basics. When you're done, you can use the swatch as a coaster.
If you're still learning how to knit or are a very new knitter, this step-by-step guide to knitting a simple Garter Stitch square should help you understand the basics. When you're done, you can use the swatch as a coaster.
Block Knitting
Blocking knitting is a great way to smooth out imperfections in your knitting, to make pieces uniform in size and to make garments look and fit better. Learn how to block your knitting and enjoy better looking projects.
Blocking knitting is a great way to smooth out imperfections in your knitting, to make pieces uniform in size and to make garments look and fit better. Learn how to block your knitting and enjoy better looking projects.
Knitting Abbreviations
Knitting Abbreviations Don't Get Lost in Translation One of the most frustrating things for beginning
Knitting Abbreviations Don't Get Lost in Translation One of the most frustrating things for beginning
Farrow Rib Scarf
This free knitting pattern is for an easy-to-knit farrow rib scarf.
This free knitting pattern is for an easy-to-knit farrow rib scarf.
Flat Hat
Knitting a hat flat is an easy way for beginners to learn to make hats, and it's also a quick way for established knitters to finish a project on the double. Knit with Ozark Handspun, this hat looks much fancier than it is.
Knitting a hat flat is an easy way for beginners to learn to make hats, and it's also a quick way for established knitters to finish a project on the double. Knit with Ozark Handspun, this hat looks much fancier than it is.
Garter Stitch Scarf
Garter stitch scarf knitting pattern.
Garter stitch scarf knitting pattern.
Party Wrap
If you're looking for a cute little knitted wrap for a holiday party or any other time you want to dress up, this quick and easy knitting pattern fits the bill.
If you're looking for a cute little knitted wrap for a holiday party or any other time you want to dress up, this quick and easy knitting pattern fits the bill.
Staghorn Cable Scarf
This staghorn cable scarf is super warm thanks to being knit in the round for a double thickness, so you never have to see the less-attractive back of the cable panel.
This staghorn cable scarf is super warm thanks to being knit in the round for a double thickness, so you never have to see the less-attractive back of the cable panel.
Striped Stocking Hat
This candy-striped stocking hat in red and white reminds me of a candy cane and would be a great variation on the traditional Santa hat.
This candy-striped stocking hat in red and white reminds me of a candy cane and would be a great variation on the traditional Santa hat.
Yarn Weights
Different yarns are said to have different weights, or thicknesses, and different weights of yarns are used for different types of projects. Learn what the different weights are and how to use them.
Different yarns are said to have different weights, or thicknesses, and different weights of yarns are used for different types of projects. Learn what the different weights are and how to use them.
Washcloth Patterns
Everyone needs more washcloths and dishcloths, and these little projects are a great way to try out a new stitch pattern or decorate for the holidays. They make great gifts, too.
Everyone needs more washcloths and dishcloths, and these little projects are a great way to try out a new stitch pattern or decorate for the holidays. They make great gifts, too.
Stash Scarf
If you have a bunch of little extra balls of medium weight yarn lying around, you can easily and quickly knit yourself a Stash Scarf of whatever length and width you like. This basic pattern will give you some ideas to get started.
If you have a bunch of little extra balls of medium weight yarn lying around, you can easily and quickly knit yourself a Stash Scarf of whatever length and width you like. This basic pattern will give you some ideas to get started.
Ribbed Hat
This men's ribbed hat is very easy to knit and offers a classic style that even the most knit-phobic guy will like. Knit slightly shorter (or with the bottom edge turned up) this hat would also fit a woman.
This men's ribbed hat is very easy to knit and offers a classic style that even the most knit-phobic guy will like. Knit slightly shorter (or with the bottom edge turned up) this hat would also fit a woman.
Horizontal Scarf
Turn basic scarf knitting on its head with a Horizontal Scarf. Knit side to side rather than lengthwise, you'll be finished in just a few rows. It's a great way to use up largish scraps of yarn, too.
Turn basic scarf knitting on its head with a Horizontal Scarf. Knit side to side rather than lengthwise, you'll be finished in just a few rows. It's a great way to use up largish scraps of yarn, too.
Knitted Helmet Liner
Helmet liners are a wonderful charity knitting project for soldiers serving in colder climates. Here are the instructions for a knitted helmet liner being collected and sent to the troops.
Helmet liners are a wonderful charity knitting project for soldiers serving in colder climates. Here are the instructions for a knitted helmet liner being collected and sent to the troops.
Learn to Knit a Sock
This super easy pattern takes you through the basics of sock knitting on a small scale with large needles. It aims to get you comfortable with all the techniques needed to knit socks without having to worry about knitting on tiny needles or if the finished sock will actually fit on a foot.
This super easy pattern takes you through the basics of sock knitting on a small scale with large needles. It aims to get you comfortable with all the techniques needed to knit socks without having to worry about knitting on tiny needles or if the finished sock will actually fit on a foot.
Woven Scarf
This free knitting pattern is a quick and easy knitting pattern for a woven pattern scarf.
This free knitting pattern is a quick and easy knitting pattern for a woven pattern scarf.
Fun Fur Scarf
Eyelash yarn or fun fur is a great product that is like nothing else you've worked with. A quick and easy scarf made of this fun yarn is reminiscent of a feather boa and brings a bit of pizzazz to your everyday wardrobe.
Eyelash yarn or fun fur is a great product that is like nothing else you've worked with. A quick and easy scarf made of this fun yarn is reminiscent of a feather boa and brings a bit of pizzazz to your everyday wardrobe.
Condo Scarf
Condo knitting is a fun technique that uses two different sized needles on different rows of the same project. This simple sport weight condo knit scarf is the perfect accessory for springtime.
Condo knitting is a fun technique that uses two different sized needles on different rows of the same project. This simple sport weight condo knit scarf is the perfect accessory for springtime.
Chirstmas Stocking
This basic two-color Christmas stocking is the perfect blank canvas for a duplicate stitch motif, embroidery or any other embellishment you might want to add. Its slender size and bulky weight yarn make it a quick and easy holiday knit.
This basic two-color Christmas stocking is the perfect blank canvas for a duplicate stitch motif, embroidery or any other embellishment you might want to add. Its slender size and bulky weight yarn make it a quick and easy holiday knit.
Cast On Methods
There are so many different ways to cast on, and all of those ways seem to have multiple names. This list aims to clear up some of the confusion in vocabulary and direct you to tutorials where you can learn the different cast on methods.
There are so many different ways to cast on, and all of those ways seem to have multiple names. This list aims to clear up some of the confusion in vocabulary and direct you to tutorials where you can learn the different cast on methods.
Favorie Color Scarf
Knitting a scarf with a bunch of different yarns on huge needles is a quick and easy way to finish a project. Choosing yarns that are all in the same color makes for an interesting look and the perfect gift for someone when you knit them a scarf in their favorite color.
Knitting a scarf with a bunch of different yarns on huge needles is a quick and easy way to finish a project. Choosing yarns that are all in the same color makes for an interesting look and the perfect gift for someone when you knit them a scarf in their favorite color.
Moss Stitch Afghan
Moss stitch lap afghan knitting pattern
Moss stitch lap afghan knitting pattern
Wrap Cast On
The wrap cast on is probably the easiest cast on method to master, but it isn't easy to get the tension even with this method. Still, it's a good one for beginners and it gets stitches on the needle quickly.
The wrap cast on is probably the easiest cast on method to master, but it isn't easy to get the tension even with this method. Still, it's a good one for beginners and it gets stitches on the needle quickly.
Ribbed Baby Hat
This adorable ribbed baby hat is really quick to knit and super cute on any little head. Sizes from preemie to age 4.
This adorable ribbed baby hat is really quick to knit and super cute on any little head. Sizes from preemie to age 4.
Cable Knitting Patterns
Free cable knitting patterns from around the knitting site show you some of the things that can be done with cable knitting. It doesn't have to be difficult.
Free cable knitting patterns from around the knitting site show you some of the things that can be done with cable knitting. It doesn't have to be difficult.
Stockinette Washcloth
Washcloths and dish towels are a lot of fun to make. They are quick projects and completely useful. This stockinette stitch washcloth has a seed stitch border to keep it from curling.
Washcloths and dish towels are a lot of fun to make. They are quick projects and completely useful. This stockinette stitch washcloth has a seed stitch border to keep it from curling.
Feather and Fan
Feather and Fan is a classic knitting stitch pattern that makes a scalloped edge and rows of lacy fans.
Feather and Fan is a classic knitting stitch pattern that makes a scalloped edge and rows of lacy fans.
Needle Sizes
Knitting needles come in many different sizes, and those sizes can be labeled in several different ways. Here are the basics you need to know about sizing knitting needles.
Knitting needles come in many different sizes, and those sizes can be labeled in several different ways. Here are the basics you need to know about sizing knitting needles.
Weaving Ends
Weaving in ends is a necessary part of any knitting project. A lot of knitters don't like these finishing tasks, but they are necessary if you want a knitted item that looks good and is going to last.
Weaving in ends is a necessary part of any knitting project. A lot of knitters don't like these finishing tasks, but they are necessary if you want a knitted item that looks good and is going to last.
KFB
Once you've knitted in the front of the stitch, you also need to knit in the back of the stitch to complete the increase.
Once you've knitted in the front of the stitch, you also need to knit in the back of the stitch to complete the increase.
Cropped Cardigan
This cropped cardigan is a great introduction to cardigan knitting for someone who's never knit one before. Worked in chunky yarn, the cropped shape takes no time to knit up, and the boxy, roomy shape is comfortable to wear when you need just a little cover up.
This cropped cardigan is a great introduction to cardigan knitting for someone who's never knit one before. Worked in chunky yarn, the cropped shape takes no time to knit up, and the boxy, roomy shape is comfortable to wear when you need just a little cover up.
Knit Stripes
Knitting with different colors is easier than you might think. This quick tutorial will show you how to knit with color and make stripes.
Knitting with different colors is easier than you might think. This quick tutorial will show you how to knit with color and make stripes.
Slanted Scarf
This easy scarf is knit out of self-striping yarn with a slanted edge at the beginning and end to make it a little more interesting. This is a quick and easy project for knitters of all skill levels.
This easy scarf is knit out of self-striping yarn with a slanted edge at the beginning and end to make it a little more interesting. This is a quick and easy project for knitters of all skill levels.
Seed Stitch Baby Hat
This free knitting pattern for a seed stitch baby hat is quick and easy to knit up and includes sizing for preemies and newborns. The textured stitch makes the hat stretchy, and the cotton yarn makes it perfect for a new mom.
This free knitting pattern for a seed stitch baby hat is quick and easy to knit up and includes sizing for preemies and newborns. The textured stitch makes the hat stretchy, and the cotton yarn makes it perfect for a new mom.
Bamboo Stitch
Bamboo stitch is an interesting but relatively easy knitting stitch that involves slipping a yarn over over two knit stitches, making an interesting texture.
Bamboo stitch is an interesting but relatively easy knitting stitch that involves slipping a yarn over over two knit stitches, making an interesting texture.
Aran Honeycomb
Aran Honeycomb, also known as a Chain Cable when only one repeat is knit in an area, is a very cool cabled pattern that gives a honeycomb look to your knitted fabric. Learn to knit the Aran Honeycomb.
Aran Honeycomb, also known as a Chain Cable when only one repeat is knit in an area, is a very cool cabled pattern that gives a honeycomb look to your knitted fabric. Learn to knit the Aran Honeycomb.
Loom Knitted Hat
This loom knitted hat is a great way to learn the technique of loom knitting while showing your support for breast cancer awareness.
This loom knitted hat is a great way to learn the technique of loom knitting while showing your support for breast cancer awareness.
Favorite Color Scarf
A scarf knit on huge needles is a good lesson in working with multiple yarns at once.
A scarf knit on huge needles is a good lesson in working with multiple yarns at once.
Long-Tail Cast On
The long-tail cast on method is one of the most popular cast on methods in knitting. While it takes a little fancy fingerwork, it's quick and easy once you know how to do it.
The long-tail cast on method is one of the most popular cast on methods in knitting. While it takes a little fancy fingerwork, it's quick and easy once you know how to do it.
Using Double-Pointed Needles
Double-pointed needles are the tool of choice when knitting a small circular object such as a sock. But they can be a little tricky to deal with. Here are some tips to help you use double-pointed needles.
Double-pointed needles are the tool of choice when knitting a small circular object such as a sock. But they can be a little tricky to deal with. Here are some tips to help you use double-pointed needles.
Christmas Knitting Patterns
These free knitting patterns for Christmas knitting projects will allow you to decorate your home in knits. From stockings to ornaments, knit tinsel and more, you can deck the halls with lots of knitting and with ease.
These free knitting patterns for Christmas knitting projects will allow you to decorate your home in knits. From stockings to ornaments, knit tinsel and more, you can deck the halls with lots of knitting and with ease.
Two Circulars
Most knitters learn to knit small projects in the round using double-pointed needles, but many prefer to knit in the round using two circular needles instead. This tutorial will show you how to knit in the round with two circular needles.
Most knitters learn to knit small projects in the round using double-pointed needles, but many prefer to knit in the round using two circular needles instead. This tutorial will show you how to knit in the round with two circular needles.
Andalusian Stitch
Andalusian stitch is a very easy knitting stitch pattern than is mostly stockinette stitch with a row of knits and purls thrown in. This gives the knit fabric a textured, tweedy look that is nice.
Andalusian stitch is a very easy knitting stitch pattern than is mostly stockinette stitch with a row of knits and purls thrown in. This gives the knit fabric a textured, tweedy look that is nice.
Pumpkin Hat
A tiny pumpkin hat is a cute gift for a newborn and makes a perfect Halloween costume with the addition of an orange onesie.
A tiny pumpkin hat is a cute gift for a newborn and makes a perfect Halloween costume with the addition of an orange onesie.
3x3 Ribbing
3x3 rib is an easy ribbing pattern with a little more character than the narrower ribs.
3x3 rib is an easy ribbing pattern with a little more character than the narrower ribs.
Slip Slip Knit
SSK or slip, slip, knit is an easy way to decrease the number of stitches on your knitting needle. This makes a decrease that leans to the left.
SSK or slip, slip, knit is an easy way to decrease the number of stitches on your knitting needle. This makes a decrease that leans to the left.
Ruffles Scarf
This scarf combines Lion Brand's fun Ruffles Yarn with a warm wooly blend for a cozy scarf with a fancy look.
This scarf combines Lion Brand's fun Ruffles Yarn with a warm wooly blend for a cozy scarf with a fancy look.
Bed and Blanket Sizes
Did you know bed sizes are different in different countries? If you want to design your own knitted blankets, here are some guidelines for blanket sizes to help you know how big to make your blankets.
Did you know bed sizes are different in different countries? If you want to design your own knitted blankets, here are some guidelines for blanket sizes to help you know how big to make your blankets.
Child's Dog Hat
This dog hat is the perfect fun gift for a toddler or young child. It's fun and made of wool, so they might actually enjoy keeping their heads warm for a change.
This dog hat is the perfect fun gift for a toddler or young child. It's fun and made of wool, so they might actually enjoy keeping their heads warm for a change.
Butterfly Stitch
Butterfly Stitch is a lovely knitting stitch that involves slipping stitches between lengths of yarn, then working those strands together with a stitch to give them the gathered look of butterfly wings.
Butterfly Stitch is a lovely knitting stitch that involves slipping stitches between lengths of yarn, then working those strands together with a stitch to give them the gathered look of butterfly wings.
Fleece Mittens
Fleece yarn is a great choice for this super simple mittens that you can knit in an evening or over the course of a weekend. The simple shape and easy thumb are perfect for people who've never knit mittens before.
Fleece yarn is a great choice for this super simple mittens that you can knit in an evening or over the course of a weekend. The simple shape and easy thumb are perfect for people who've never knit mittens before.
Rice Stitch
Rice stitch is a fun and interesting knitting stitch pattern that makes a cool raised pattern that looks somewhat like kernels of rice.
Rice stitch is a fun and interesting knitting stitch pattern that makes a cool raised pattern that looks somewhat like kernels of rice.
Striped Baby Hat
All infants need a nice collection of hats to help keep them warm, and this cute little number meets that task with style. It's a great way to use up bits of leftover yarn in tow or several colors.
All infants need a nice collection of hats to help keep them warm, and this cute little number meets that task with style. It's a great way to use up bits of leftover yarn in tow or several colors.
Flat Hat
A flat hat is just a rectangle sewn up to make the hat shape.
A flat hat is just a rectangle sewn up to make the hat shape.
Fuzzy Garter Stitch Scarf
Garter Stitch scarves are quick and easy, but they can be a little boring. This fuzzy scarf adds a bit of fun with a wispy yarn that makes this project irresistibly soft as well as super-quick to knit.
Garter Stitch scarves are quick and easy, but they can be a little boring. This fuzzy scarf adds a bit of fun with a wispy yarn that makes this project irresistibly soft as well as super-quick to knit.
Read a Pattern
Knitting patterns often seem like they are written in code. Here are some tips for reading your first knitting patterns.
Knitting patterns often seem like they are written in code. Here are some tips for reading your first knitting patterns.
Moss Stitch
Moss Stitch is a fun little pattern that makes little bunches of raised stitches that have a look reminiscent of moss. It's a cute pattern that is very simple to complete.
Moss Stitch is a fun little pattern that makes little bunches of raised stitches that have a look reminiscent of moss. It's a cute pattern that is very simple to complete.
Pocket Scarf
A scarf with pockets is handy because it gives you a place to put your hands or small items when you're walking around. It's the perfect thing to throw over your shoulders if you work in a cold office.
A scarf with pockets is handy because it gives you a place to put your hands or small items when you're walking around. It's the perfect thing to throw over your shoulders if you work in a cold office.
Cotton Baby Hat
This easy cotton baby hat is super comfortable and slightly stretchy, so it will fit your favorite little one for a lot longer than it takes to knit.
This easy cotton baby hat is super comfortable and slightly stretchy, so it will fit your favorite little one for a lot longer than it takes to knit.
Big Needle Stash Afghan
Combining leftover bits of your yarn stash with knitting on huge needles makes quick work both of your leftovers and of this blanket project. Make one panel for an easy lap afghan or join two together to keep more than one person warm.
Combining leftover bits of your yarn stash with knitting on huge needles makes quick work both of your leftovers and of this blanket project. Make one panel for an easy lap afghan or join two together to keep more than one person warm.
Felted House Scarf
Everyone who has read a Harry Potter book or seen one of the movies knows about the house scarves, and knitters the world over have been making their own interpretations of them for years. This is mine; a felted striped scarf with a classic, masculine look.
Everyone who has read a Harry Potter book or seen one of the movies knows about the house scarves, and knitters the world over have been making their own interpretations of them for years. This is mine; a felted striped scarf with a classic, masculine look.
Easy Party Wrap
Easy party wrap free knitting pattern
Easy party wrap free knitting pattern
Fizzy, Fuzzy Scarf
Combining a colorful, playful yarn with one that is more conservative is a lot of fun and can make for amazing results, as this free scarf knitting pattern shows.
Combining a colorful, playful yarn with one that is more conservative is a lot of fun and can make for amazing results, as this free scarf knitting pattern shows.
Box Stitch
Box stitch is an easy knitting stitch pattern involving a four-row repeat that makes boxes of knits and purls on the fabric.
Box stitch is an easy knitting stitch pattern involving a four-row repeat that makes boxes of knits and purls on the fabric.
Stockinette Stitch Washcloth
Stockinette stitch washcloth knitting pattern
Stockinette stitch washcloth knitting pattern
Knit Two Together
Knit two together (k2tog) is a basic and quick way to decrease stitches, which slants slightly to the right. It is the decreasing method that most people learn first.
Knit two together (k2tog) is a basic and quick way to decrease stitches, which slants slightly to the right. It is the decreasing method that most people learn first.
Mattress Stitch
Mattress stitch is a very easy and sharp-looking way to join two pieces of stockinette stitch into a virtually seamless whole.
Mattress stitch is a very easy and sharp-looking way to join two pieces of stockinette stitch into a virtually seamless whole.
Quaker Rib Afghan
This Quaker Rib afghan is super easy to knit and makes a nice warm throw for cool spring evenings. In the summer, it's a great picnic blanket.
This Quaker Rib afghan is super easy to knit and makes a nice warm throw for cool spring evenings. In the summer, it's a great picnic blanket.
Sock Basics
Many knitters are afraid of knitting socks, but there's nothing to be worried about. Just trust the pattern and read this pep talk to get started.
Many knitters are afraid of knitting socks, but there's nothing to be worried about. Just trust the pattern and read this pep talk to get started.
Easy Baby Booties
Baby booties or baby socks are a great present for a new little one, and they're super quick to knit as well. This basic pattern leaves lots of room for embellishment, from changing the stitch pattern to adding embroidery when they're finished.
Baby booties or baby socks are a great present for a new little one, and they're super quick to knit as well. This basic pattern leaves lots of room for embellishment, from changing the stitch pattern to adding embroidery when they're finished.
Triple Rib Baby Blanket
The triple rib makes a lovely baby blanket for a modern-looking baby room. This pattern is easy and quick to knit.
The triple rib makes a lovely baby blanket for a modern-looking baby room. This pattern is easy and quick to knit.
Cabled Headband
This free knitting pattern for a cabled headband and earwarmer is an easy way to learn how to knit cables and a perfect addition to your winter wardrobe.
This free knitting pattern for a cabled headband and earwarmer is an easy way to learn how to knit cables and a perfect addition to your winter wardrobe.
Knitchicks' Guide to Sweaters
The Knitchicks want to help knitters get over their fear of knitting garments by introducing them to a range of different sweater patterns for kids, men and women, as well as offering some fun projects for knitters who have a little more experience.
The Knitchicks want to help knitters get over their fear of knitting garments by introducing them to a range of different sweater patterns for kids, men and women, as well as offering some fun projects for knitters who have a little more experience.
Box Stitch Scarf
The Box Stitch is a pretty easy knitting stitch pattern with a lot of texture, and the Box Stitch Scarf shows that texture off nicely when combined with a chenille yarn.
The Box Stitch is a pretty easy knitting stitch pattern with a lot of texture, and the Box Stitch Scarf shows that texture off nicely when combined with a chenille yarn.
Linen Stitch
Linen stitch is a nice, firm knitting stitch pattern that looks similar to the woven fabric called linen. It's a great reversible pattern perfect for bags, scarves and just about anything else you can think of.
Linen stitch is a nice, firm knitting stitch pattern that looks similar to the woven fabric called linen. It's a great reversible pattern perfect for bags, scarves and just about anything else you can think of.
Stockinette Stitch Scarf
Stockinette stitch scarf knitting pattern
Stockinette stitch scarf knitting pattern
Roman Stitch Baby Blanket
Roman Stitch is an easy knitting stitch that gives a nice textured look to anything you knit in it. This alpaca baby blanket is the perfect way to use this quick-knitting stitch.
Roman Stitch is an easy knitting stitch that gives a nice textured look to anything you knit in it. This alpaca baby blanket is the perfect way to use this quick-knitting stitch.
Knitting Gauge
Nearly every knitting pattern warns you to be sure to check your gauge. Learn why it is important to check your gauge.
Nearly every knitting pattern warns you to be sure to check your gauge. Learn why it is important to check your gauge.
Fleck Stitch Envelope Purse
A gallery of some easy knitting patterns to help new knitters make projects with confidence.
A gallery of some easy knitting patterns to help new knitters make projects with confidence.
Reading a Chart
Reading a knitting chart is a basic of multi-colored knitting, but it can be a little intimidating for new knitters. Here are some basics on how to read a knitting chart.
Reading a knitting chart is a basic of multi-colored knitting, but it can be a little intimidating for new knitters. Here are some basics on how to read a knitting chart.
Vegas Armwarmers
These armwarmers (or fingerless gloves, or gauntlets) are about the easiest thing you'll ever knit that will look so cool. They're knit flat and sewn up on the side--just leave a hole for your thumb.
These armwarmers (or fingerless gloves, or gauntlets) are about the easiest thing you'll ever knit that will look so cool. They're knit flat and sewn up on the side--just leave a hole for your thumb.
Mistake Rib
Mistake rib is an interesting knitting stitch pattern that produces columns of knit stitches.
Mistake rib is an interesting knitting stitch pattern that produces columns of knit stitches.
Picking up Stitches
Some patterns say you should pick up stitches, while some say to pick up and knit. This is what they mean
Some patterns say you should pick up stitches, while some say to pick up and knit. This is what they mean
I-Cord
I-cord seems difficult until you know how to do it, and once you learn how to make an I-cord, you'll come up with tons of reasons to use them.
I-cord seems difficult until you know how to do it, and once you learn how to make an I-cord, you'll come up with tons of reasons to use them.
Trinity Stitch
Trinity Stitch, also sometimes called cluster or bramble stitch, is a cool textured pattern that requires knitting, purling and knitting again all in the same stitch. Once you get the hang of it, it's a lot of fun.
Trinity Stitch, also sometimes called cluster or bramble stitch, is a cool textured pattern that requires knitting, purling and knitting again all in the same stitch. Once you get the hang of it, it's a lot of fun.
Cat's Eye
Cat's Eye lace is a wonderful openwork knitting stitch pattern that's really quick and easy to knit and makes a wonderful stitch for a lacy shawl or scarf.
Cat's Eye lace is a wonderful openwork knitting stitch pattern that's really quick and easy to knit and makes a wonderful stitch for a lacy shawl or scarf.
Popcorn Stitch
Popcorn stitch or knit popcorn is an easy way to add a textured embellishment to knit fabric. It's technically different from bobbles but gives a similar look to the finished piece.
Popcorn stitch or knit popcorn is an easy way to add a textured embellishment to knit fabric. It's technically different from bobbles but gives a similar look to the finished piece.
Stash Afghan
A stash afghan is the perfect way to use up a bunch of odds and ends that are taking up space in your knitting storage. This basic recipe will show you how to knit a stash afghan no matter what size you want or what kind of yarn you're trying to use up.
A stash afghan is the perfect way to use up a bunch of odds and ends that are taking up space in your knitting storage. This basic recipe will show you how to knit a stash afghan no matter what size you want or what kind of yarn you're trying to use up.
Continental Knit Stitch
Continental knitting, sometimes also referred to as German knitting or picking knitting, is one of the most common ways to knit. Here's how you make the knit stitch using continental knitting style.
Continental knitting, sometimes also referred to as German knitting or picking knitting, is one of the most common ways to knit. Here's how you make the knit stitch using continental knitting style.
Basketweave Scarf
This basketweave scarf pattern is easy to make and quick to knit.
This basketweave scarf pattern is easy to make and quick to knit.
How to Make Tassels
Making tassels for knitting projects is a fun and easy way to embellish projects, making them a little more special and interesting than they might be otherwise. Here's a really quick way to make tassels for any project.
Making tassels for knitting projects is a fun and easy way to embellish projects, making them a little more special and interesting than they might be otherwise. Here's a really quick way to make tassels for any project.
Join New Yarn
Joining a new ball of yarn to your project is an essential skill if you want to knit something bigger than one skein of yarn will allow. There are a few different ways to join start a new yarn ball, and here are couple of the most popular.
Joining a new ball of yarn to your project is an essential skill if you want to knit something bigger than one skein of yarn will allow. There are a few different ways to join start a new yarn ball, and here are couple of the most popular.
Duplicate Stitch
Duplicate stitch is an easy way to add color to a basic stockinette stitch fabric. It's somewhat similar to cross stitch, but makes Vs instead of Xs.
Duplicate stitch is an easy way to add color to a basic stockinette stitch fabric. It's somewhat similar to cross stitch, but makes Vs instead of Xs.
Farrow Rib Scarf
The farrow rib is a nice textured ribbing that makes a wonderful, warm scarf.
The farrow rib is a nice textured ribbing that makes a wonderful, warm scarf.
Knitting Mistakes
Knitting mistakes happen, whether they're a single knit where you should have purled or a problem with a pattern. Here are some tips on how to fix them.
Knitting mistakes happen, whether they're a single knit where you should have purled or a problem with a pattern. Here are some tips on how to fix them.
Coffee Cup Cozy
This free knitting pattern for a coffee cup cozy is very quick to knit, but you or anyone you make this project for will get a lot of use out of it.
This free knitting pattern for a coffee cup cozy is very quick to knit, but you or anyone you make this project for will get a lot of use out of it.
4X4 Red Woven Scarf
This woven scarf is a quick and easy project in any color
This woven scarf is a quick and easy project in any color
Farrow Rib
Farrow rib is a fun, easy knitting stitch pattern that makes a manly looking ribbing perfect for a scarf.
Farrow rib is a fun, easy knitting stitch pattern that makes a manly looking ribbing perfect for a scarf.
Garter Stitch
Garter stitch is the most basic knitting pattern stitch out there, but that doesn't mean you should stop using it when you are a more experienced knitter.
Garter stitch is the most basic knitting pattern stitch out there, but that doesn't mean you should stop using it when you are a more experienced knitter.
OXO Scarf
This OXO Scarf is the perfect pattern for a little girl to wear around Valentine's Day, or really any other time of year. The OXO cable is easy to remember, and the super soft yarn may convince your little one it's acceptable to wear a scarf.
This OXO Scarf is the perfect pattern for a little girl to wear around Valentine's Day, or really any other time of year. The OXO cable is easy to remember, and the super soft yarn may convince your little one it's acceptable to wear a scarf.
Arrowhead Lace
Arrowhead Lace is a lovely knitting stitch that makes a bold V shape (like an arrowhead) surrounded by eyelets of various sizes. This would be a great pattern for a simple shawl or any other lacy thing you'd want to knit.
Arrowhead Lace is a lovely knitting stitch that makes a bold V shape (like an arrowhead) surrounded by eyelets of various sizes. This would be a great pattern for a simple shawl or any other lacy thing you'd want to knit.
Beginner FAQs
Beginning knitters have a lot of questions about how to learn to knit, developing knitting skills and more. Here are the top questions beginning knitters have, along with their answers.
Beginning knitters have a lot of questions about how to learn to knit, developing knitting skills and more. Here are the top questions beginning knitters have, along with their answers.
Cable Cast On
Cable cast on is a handy cast on method that makes a firm edge that looks a bit like a cable when completed. It's a little tricky because the stitches must be kept very loose. Here's how to complete a cable cast on.
Cable cast on is a handy cast on method that makes a firm edge that looks a bit like a cable when completed. It's a little tricky because the stitches must be kept very loose. Here's how to complete a cable cast on.
Very Easy Circular Knits
Very Easy Circular Knits is a book that lives up to its name. It's full of great instructions and easy patterns for all sorts of projects knit on circular or double-pointed needles.
Very Easy Circular Knits is a book that lives up to its name. It's full of great instructions and easy patterns for all sorts of projects knit on circular or double-pointed needles.
Women's Stockinette Sock
A Stockinette Stitch sock is as easy as sock knitting gets, and is a great way for new sock knitters to focus on the instructions without getting distracted by a complex pattern stitch.
A Stockinette Stitch sock is as easy as sock knitting gets, and is a great way for new sock knitters to focus on the instructions without getting distracted by a complex pattern stitch.
Broken Rib
Broken rib is a fun, easy, slightly feminine knitting stitch pattern that is perfect for beginners.
Broken rib is a fun, easy, slightly feminine knitting stitch pattern that is perfect for beginners.
Basketweave
Basketweave stitch is a fun knitting stitch pattern that comes in several different variations that look like woven fabric.
Basketweave stitch is a fun knitting stitch pattern that comes in several different variations that look like woven fabric.
Hand Felting
Felting with the use of a washing machine is the preferred method because it is quick and easy, but if you don't have access to a machine, you can felt by hand with these tips.
Felting with the use of a washing machine is the preferred method because it is quick and easy, but if you don't have access to a machine, you can felt by hand with these tips.
Garter Stitch Baby Blanket
This large and wooly garter stitch baby blanket is easy enough for beginners, will keep babies warm in even the coldest of winters, and is big enough to be used for a long time.
This large and wooly garter stitch baby blanket is easy enough for beginners, will keep babies warm in even the coldest of winters, and is big enough to be used for a long time.
Chevron Stitch
The Chevron is a nice, relatively easy knitting stitch pattern that makes knit zig-zags on a field of purls. The back side is just as good looking as the front.
The Chevron is a nice, relatively easy knitting stitch pattern that makes knit zig-zags on a field of purls. The back side is just as good looking as the front.
Short Socks
Short socks are a quick and easy way to knit socks when you have a small yardage of a sock yarn, and they're great to wear during the summer for those times when you might want to wear real shoes or at least not be barefoot in the house.
Short socks are a quick and easy way to knit socks when you have a small yardage of a sock yarn, and they're great to wear during the summer for those times when you might want to wear real shoes or at least not be barefoot in the house.
Vine Lace
Vine lace is a very pretty (and very easy) lace knitting pattern that involves an easy four-row repeat with just two lace rows, which are almost exactly the same pattern. It has a lovely look and a slightly scalloped edge.
Vine lace is a very pretty (and very easy) lace knitting pattern that involves an easy four-row repeat with just two lace rows, which are almost exactly the same pattern. It has a lovely look and a slightly scalloped edge.
Father's Day Knits
Free knitting patterns for the men in your life, perfect for knitting up for Father's Day, birthdays, Christmas or other holidays that merit a bit of fibery goodness.
Free knitting patterns for the men in your life, perfect for knitting up for Father's Day, birthdays, Christmas or other holidays that merit a bit of fibery goodness.
Bodywarmer
This free knitting pattern is for what I call a bodywarmer: part scarf, part shrug and part head wrap, it's all warm and lots of fun to knit.
This free knitting pattern is for what I call a bodywarmer: part scarf, part shrug and part head wrap, it's all warm and lots of fun to knit.
Ribbed Wrap
This ribbed wrap is a great project for people who've mastered knit and purl.
This ribbed wrap is a great project for people who've mastered knit and purl.
Cable Needle
Cable needles are small but helpful items when you want to knit cables. Here's a quick look at what cable needles are and when you can do without them.
Cable needles are small but helpful items when you want to knit cables. Here's a quick look at what cable needles are and when you can do without them.
Cloverleaf Eyelet
Cloverleaf Eyelet is a pretty knitting stitch pattern that will help you learn how to make two basic decreases, knit two together and slip, slip, knit, as you make a cool clover-shaped eyelet pattern.
Cloverleaf Eyelet is a pretty knitting stitch pattern that will help you learn how to make two basic decreases, knit two together and slip, slip, knit, as you make a cool clover-shaped eyelet pattern.
Mini Christmas Stocking Orname
This tiny Christmas stocking ornament takes very little time to knit and is a cute way to dress up your tree with knits or decorate a gift package. It also uses up scraps; don't limit yourself to traditional colors!
This tiny Christmas stocking ornament takes very little time to knit and is a cute way to dress up your tree with knits or decorate a gift package. It also uses up scraps; don't limit yourself to traditional colors!
Garter Eyelet Lace
This simple knitting stitch pattern makes a row of lacy eyelets in between rows of garter stitch. The only things you need to know to make this work are how to knit, yarn over and knit two together.
This simple knitting stitch pattern makes a row of lacy eyelets in between rows of garter stitch. The only things you need to know to make this work are how to knit, yarn over and knit two together.
Knitting New Scarves
If you love knitting scarves but would like to try something way beyond the basic rectangle, Lynne Barr's Knitting New Scarves may be just the book to get you thinking about new ways to knit scarves.
If you love knitting scarves but would like to try something way beyond the basic rectangle, Lynne Barr's Knitting New Scarves may be just the book to get you thinking about new ways to knit scarves.
Knit Through Back
Knitting through the back of a stitch produces a twisted stitch, which is a very cool look if you're doing it on purpose.
Knitting through the back of a stitch produces a twisted stitch, which is a very cool look if you're doing it on purpose.