Casting On , Knitting Jargon Tutorials
Casting off when you’re knitting is casting off, isn’t it? But there are so many methods. And while I will suggest the usual method in 99% of projects there are times when an alternative is very useful. In today’s tutorial you will see how to cast off with three needles. It sounds counter-intuitive as we […]
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Casting On , Finishing Your Knits , Planning Your Knitting
You know you want to finish your knits neatly So let’s get you sorted. Once you’ve learned all you need to know about knitting and purling you’ll discover a new technique that will serve you well for years to come – how to cast off, when you’re switching between knit and purl stitches in a […]
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Beginner Knitters 101 , Casting On
If you want to start knitting, but aren’t really sure where to start, it’s the basics that will help you the most. Setting a foundation in place is perfect for any new adventure. Harry and Draco weren’t supposed to actually explore the skies of Hogwarts during their first flying lesson, as holding the broomstick and […]
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French Knitting is great fun when you know how. And it’s an ideal companion to knitting when you’re teaching your child other yarn crafts. In this video, I’ll show you where to find a french knitting doll, how to cast on and how to get going with growing your tube (AKA i-cord) of knitting. Hang around […]
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Beginner Knitters 101 , Casting On
Yes, I admit it, I have a favourite. We fell in love about thirty years ago and as the years have gone by I’ve appreciated its assets even more! Can you tell, it’s earned a special place in my heart?! If you’d like to learn more about knitting and would like to know which mistakes […]
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Casting on and starting to knit is great, you’ve started, you’re knitting, but don’t the first bits always look the same? It’s a cast on, it’s stocking-stitch or garter-stitch… no surprises there! This video will give you a new idea… maybe you can become a hooked on dressing up those hems a bit more. See […]
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Beginner Knitters 101 , Casting On , Knitting Jargon Tutorials
The foundations will always be important in my book and the very first stitch you make as you cast on is no exception. This method of creating a slipknot is secure and adjustable. Once placed on your needle this way you can tighten or loosen the first stitch after a couple of rows to even […]
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Beginner Knitters 101 , Casting On , Knitting Jargon Tutorials
To ‘cast on’ is to begin knitting. The only other option is to crochet a chain from your yarn and knit into those stitches- but that is still a foundation row and would be called a ‘cast on’. The word ‘cast’ has various meanings, from the Bronze Age first casting of molten metal to the […]
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Beginner Knitters 101 , Casting On
These few videos will start you off like a pro… And if you’d like a project to practice all of these skills how about the new free tutorial to knit a small blanket?
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Beginner Knitters 101 , Casting On
My Mum taught me this method when I was brave enough to cast on for myself. Knitting was enough- but casting on too, that’s just crazy right!? For many years I never even knew that other options existed. When I did discover the knitting bible that is the internet, I got so confused that I bought a […]
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