How to Knit Seamless Mittens on 2 Needles
BeginnerFreeThis master class explains how to calculate stitches, knit the upper and lower parts of a mitten on two needles, join them as you work, and shape the thumb.
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Simple Girl's Knitted Sweater: Stitch Pattern and a Detailed Tutorial
IntermediateFreeStep-by-step instructions for a girl's sweater for ages 4 to 12 (three sizes): the amount of Viking Bjork Yarn you'll need, a gauge of 25 stitches per 10 cm, knitting the back-and-front piece and the sleeves in the round in 1x1 ribbing and stockinette stitch, joining the pieces into a yoke, and working the yoke decreases from the chart.
Dog Hat Knitting Pattern: Measurements and 2 Simple Designs
BeginnerFreeA guide to choosing the right hat style for small and short-haired dogs, taking measurements, and knitting two basic designs: a simple tube hat and an ear-hole hat.
Knitted Collar: Calculating Stitches, Turtleneck, and Cowl
IntermediateFreeA guide to choosing a knitted collar shape, calculating stitches from head circumference and gauge, picking up stitches around the neckline, and knitting a turtleneck or cowl.
How to Knit a Warm Kids' Hat. An Owl Hat for a Girl and a Boy
Beginner4 hrFreeA tutorial for knitting a kids' owl hat: cast on and knit the brim in stockinette stitch, divide the stitches with markers into front and back halves, work the owl from a chart on the middle section of the front, continue in garter stitch or 2x2 ribbing depending on the version, then close the crown with a seamless technique on the needles. There are two versions — a girl's version in stockinette with garter stitch, and a boy's version in 2x2 ribbing — plus charts for a large and a small owl and sizing tips for preschoolers.
How to Knit a Scarf for a Child 1 to 5 Years Old from Mink Down Yarn
BeginnerFreeA knitting master class for a child's scarf made from mink down yarn: the scarf is knit with pointed ends using increases and decreases, and a decorative bow is worked in the middle section instead of tying.
Dog Sweater on Two Needles: Measurements and Knitting
IntermediateFreeA step-by-step guide to knitting a sweater for a small dog: taking measurements, starting from the lower center section, shaping the armholes, the back, the neckband, the bottom trim, and optional sleeves.
How to Knit Slipper Socks: Measurements, Yarn, and a Simple Example
BeginnerFreeA breakdown of knitting slipper socks on two needles: how to take measurements, choose yarn and a stitch pattern, calculate yarn amounts, and knit a simple example in size 36-38.
Knitted Children's Hat for Beginners: Yarn, Stitch Patterns, and Ear Flaps
BeginnerFreeA breakdown of a knitted children's hat for beginners: what yarn you need, which stitch patterns won't press on the child, how to place the ear flaps, and how to knit a simple example for a 1-year-old.
How to Knit Short-Row Slippers on Two Needles
BeginnerFreeA step-by-step tutorial for short-row slippers: calculating the length for a European size 38 foot, casting on 19 stitches, working the 19/15/12/9/6/3 short-row sequence, repeating it six times for the toe, and seaming the heel and sole flat.
Sock Toe on Knitting Needles: The Ribbon and Spiral Methods
IntermediateFreeTwo ways to knit a neat sock toe: the ribbon method, with decreases worked every other round and then every round, and the spiral method, with the decrease shifted over by one stitch each time. The source shows an example for 16 stitches per needle and binding off the last 4 stitches.
Mohair Spiderweb Jumper: Gauge, Raglan, and Assembly
BeginnerFreeStep-by-step calculations for a mohair spiderweb jumper: 7 skeins of Bbb Soft Dream held double, finished length 60-65 cm, width under the armholes 57-60 cm, gauge 14 sts x 23 rows = 10 x 10 cm after blocking. The back and front are worked the same way, the sleeves separately, then the pieces are seamed and a 1x1 ribbed neckline finishes the neck.
Knitted Hat on Needles: Yarn, Calculations, and a Simple Pattern
BeginnerFreeA guide to knitted hats: a table of approximate yarn amounts for a simple hat, a lace hat, a beanie, a hat with an intricate pattern, and a simple cuffed hat; choosing winter and transitional-season yarn; picking needles from the yarn label and swatches; a sample calculation for a 54 cm head circumference and a gauge of 1.8 stitches per cm with a 92-stitch cast-on; a crown-decrease pattern; and a roundup of trendy styles for the 2021-2022 season.
Mohair or Mink-Down Hat Without a Cuff
BeginnerFreeA step-by-step tutorial showing how much yarn to buy, how to calculate stitches from a swatch, how to knit the ribbing and stockinette stitch, how to work the crown decreases, and how to properly wash a fluffy hat.
Knitted Headband With a Bow and a Cable
BeginnerFreeA step-by-step tutorial for knitting a headband: choosing your yarn, using size 3 needles, casting on 28 stitches, knitting the cabled strip to the length you need, seaming it with a flat seam, and knitting the bow separately.
Adult Knitted Helmet Hat: Balaclava With Neck Warmer
IntermediateFreeA step-by-step tutorial for an adult helmet hat: a 2x2-ribbed cuff, a contrast thread marking 62 stitches for the snood section, crown decreases, picking up stitches for the lower section, and a stretchy bind-off with a needle.
Knitted Rounded Hem: Short Rows Without Edging
BeginnerFreeA step-by-step tutorial for a knitted rounded hem: work the ribbing, choose how strong the curve should be, set aside the center stitches, shape short rows with yarn overs at the turns, and repeat until every stitch is knitted.
How to Quickly Darn a Worn-Through Heel on a Knitted Sock
BeginnerFreeA quick way to mend a worn-through sock heel: pick up stitches through the front loops 3-4 rows back from the worn spot, knit a patch that overlaps it by 1 cm on each side, bind off, and sew the patch down on three sides with the same yarn.