Knitting: Most Popular Articles
These articles are the most popular over the last month.
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.
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.
Beaded Fingerless Gloves
Fingerless gloves or armwarmers are a quick and easy knitting project when worked in a simple stitch pattern. This project jazzes up simple Stockinette Stitch by adding beading to the tops of the gloves.
Fingerless gloves or armwarmers are a quick and easy knitting project when worked in a simple stitch pattern. This project jazzes up simple Stockinette Stitch by adding beading to the tops of the gloves.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Soap Sack
This soap sack knitting pattern is a fun housewarming gift or part of a spa set for a friend who needs a pick-me-up (or for yourself).
This soap sack knitting pattern is a fun housewarming gift or part of a spa set for a friend who needs a pick-me-up (or for yourself).
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.
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 Scarf
Garter stitch scarf knitting pattern.
Garter stitch scarf knitting pattern.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
KFB
Knitting in the front and back of a stitch (kfb) is a relatively easy way to make an increase. If the name isn't explanatory enough, here's a look at how to do it step by step.
Knitting in the front and back of a stitch (kfb) is a relatively easy way to make an increase. If the name isn't explanatory enough, here's a look at how to do it step by step.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Fleece Earwarmer
If you love Polartec fleece sweatshirts you will you PolarKnit, the yarn made out of the same material. This fleece earwarmer is a simple project that will keep you super warm through the winter months
If you love Polartec fleece sweatshirts you will you PolarKnit, the yarn made out of the same material. This fleece earwarmer is a simple project that will keep you super warm through the winter months
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.
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.
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.
Wreath Christmas Ornament
This Christmas ornament wreath takes very little in the way of time or supplies to make, and it can be used as an ornament on the tree, a decoration for a gift box or bag or as a pin to wear during the holidays.
This Christmas ornament wreath takes very little in the way of time or supplies to make, and it can be used as an ornament on the tree, a decoration for a gift box or bag or as a pin to wear during the holidays.
Moss Stitch Afghan
Moss stitch lap afghan knitting pattern
Moss stitch lap afghan knitting pattern
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Striped Stocking
This two-color striped Christmas stocking is a lot of fun to knit and a quick project on size 9 US knitting needles. It's a good first project for someone new to knitting socks and features an easy short row heel for a streamlined look.
This two-color striped Christmas stocking is a lot of fun to knit and a quick project on size 9 US knitting needles. It's a good first project for someone new to knitting socks and features an easy short row heel for a streamlined look.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Stockinette Stitch Scarf
Stockinette stitch scarf knitting pattern
Stockinette stitch scarf knitting pattern
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.
Stockinette Stitch Washcloth
Stockinette stitch washcloth knitting pattern
Stockinette stitch washcloth knitting pattern
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Stash-Busting Projects
Everyone at one time or another gets the feeling they need to pare down their stash. Here are some ideas for projects to try and books to look at for more ideas for stash-busting projects.
Everyone at one time or another gets the feeling they need to pare down their stash. Here are some ideas for projects to try and books to look at for more ideas for stash-busting projects.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Easy Party Wrap
Easy party wrap free knitting pattern
Easy party wrap free knitting pattern
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.
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.
Choosing a Knitting Bag
Choosing a knitting bag is a very personal thing, but it's something every knitter will have to do at some point if she or he wants to transport a knitting project or knit in public. What to look for in a bag and where to find it.
Choosing a knitting bag is a very personal thing, but it's something every knitter will have to do at some point if she or he wants to transport a knitting project or knit in public. What to look for in a bag and where to find it.
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.
Broken Rib Washcloth
Broken rib is an easy and lovely knitting stitch pattern that makes a quick-to-knit, easy knitted washcloth pattern.
Broken rib is an easy and lovely knitting stitch pattern that makes a quick-to-knit, easy knitted washcloth pattern.
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.
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.
Stranded Knitting
Fair Isle, or, more accurately, stranded knitting, is an easy technique for working two colors of yarn in the same row. You simply carry the yarn you aren't working with across the back of the work, leaving a "strand" or "float" of yarn where you weren't knitting with it.
Fair Isle, or, more accurately, stranded knitting, is an easy technique for working two colors of yarn in the same row. You simply carry the yarn you aren't working with across the back of the work, leaving a "strand" or "float" of yarn where you weren't knitting with it.
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.
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.
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.
Sprout Baby Hat
This cute infant hat knitting pattern features a picot edge, a quick knitting Stockinette body with easy decreases into an I-cord topper with a cute little leaf on the end.
This cute infant hat knitting pattern features a picot edge, a quick knitting Stockinette body with easy decreases into an I-cord topper with a cute little leaf on the end.
Knit Candy
These simple little tubes make a cute knit candy ornament for your Christmas tree or to decorate a wreath. Or if your family has the tradition of using an advent calendar, you can hide a real piece of candy in the tube and open one each day to build holiday anticipation.
These simple little tubes make a cute knit candy ornament for your Christmas tree or to decorate a wreath. Or if your family has the tradition of using an advent calendar, you can hide a real piece of candy in the tube and open one each day to build holiday anticipation.
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.
Lace Christmas Ornament
This quick to knit Cat's Eye Lace Christmas Ornament is a great way to adorn one of those basic glass ornaments that we've all got a ton of. It's perfect for your own tree or to give as a gift.
This quick to knit Cat's Eye Lace Christmas Ornament is a great way to adorn one of those basic glass ornaments that we've all got a ton of. It's perfect for your own tree or to give as a gift.
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
Roman Rib
Roman Rib stitch is a very easy knitting stitch pattern that puts rows of ribbing into a Stockinette Stitch fabric. It's a great choice for anything you might otherwise use Stockinette Stitch for.
Roman Rib stitch is a very easy knitting stitch pattern that puts rows of ribbing into a Stockinette Stitch fabric. It's a great choice for anything you might otherwise use Stockinette Stitch for.
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.
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.
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.
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.
King Charles Brocade
King Charles Brocade is a famous diamond-shaped knitting stitch pattern that is beautifully masculine and relatively easy to make.
King Charles Brocade is a famous diamond-shaped knitting stitch pattern that is beautifully masculine and relatively easy to make.
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.
First Knitting Project
The first real step in every knitting project is making loops of yarn on the needle so that you can knit. This is known as casting on. There are many different methods for casting on, but a couple are best for new knitters.
The first real step in every knitting project is making loops of yarn on the needle so that you can knit. This is known as casting on. There are many different methods for casting on, but a couple are best for new knitters.
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.
Eyelash Headband
This quick-to-knit eyelash yarn headband is a perfect accessory for little girls who want to dress up, or women who want to add a little fun to their outfits.
This quick-to-knit eyelash yarn headband is a perfect accessory for little girls who want to dress up, or women who want to add a little fun to their outfits.
Eyelet Armwarmers
These super-warm armwarmers are designed to go up to the elbow, keeping chills off your arms on days when you just want to wear a short-sleeved shirt even if there's a breeze or a cool evening coming.
These super-warm armwarmers are designed to go up to the elbow, keeping chills off your arms on days when you just want to wear a short-sleeved shirt even if there's a breeze or a cool evening coming.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Mock Cable
There are many different ways to make mock cables. This is one of the easiest of all, involving knitting two stitches together and then knitting into one stitch again to make a twist.
There are many different ways to make mock cables. This is one of the easiest of all, involving knitting two stitches together and then knitting into one stitch again to make a twist.
Purse Stitch
Purse stitch is one of the faggoting lace stitches that involves one row--this time largely of purl stitches--repeated over and over to make a lacy pattern.
Purse stitch is one of the faggoting lace stitches that involves one row--this time largely of purl stitches--repeated over and over to make a lacy pattern.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Diagonal Seed Stitch
Diagonal Seed Stitch is a really fun knitting stitch that makes diagonal lines of purls across a background of Stockinette. It's easy to knit and adds interest to otherwise basic knitting.
Diagonal Seed Stitch is a really fun knitting stitch that makes diagonal lines of purls across a background of Stockinette. It's easy to knit and adds interest to otherwise basic knitting.
Gifts for Knitters
If you're a knitter trying to provide shopping ideas to your family and friends or you're looking for a great gift for a fellow crafter, this list should give you some good ideas.
If you're a knitter trying to provide shopping ideas to your family and friends or you're looking for a great gift for a fellow crafter, this list should give you some good ideas.
Knit Tinsel
Knit tinsel is a fun way to add your love of knitting to your holiday decor. This quick and easy project can keep going on forever -- large enough to decorate a large tree -- or you can knit a smaller piece for your fireplace, to put around a door, or wherever you want it.
Knit tinsel is a fun way to add your love of knitting to your holiday decor. This quick and easy project can keep going on forever -- large enough to decorate a large tree -- or you can knit a smaller piece for your fireplace, to put around a door, or wherever you want it.
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.
Felting Tips
Felting is a lot of fun, but it can be a little intimidating. Here are some felting tips that will help you felt with ease.
Felting is a lot of fun, but it can be a little intimidating. Here are some felting tips that will help you felt with ease.
Bias Knit Washcloth
This super-easy Christmas-colored washcloth makes a cheerful addition to any kitchen or bathroom. Or knit up a couple in different colors and add them to a holiday gift of bath items.
This super-easy Christmas-colored washcloth makes a cheerful addition to any kitchen or bathroom. Or knit up a couple in different colors and add them to a holiday gift of bath items.
Broken Rib Washcloth
Broken rib washcloth free knitting pattern
Broken rib washcloth free knitting pattern