And perhaps you’re a dab-hand at purling too?
So you’re starting to wonder what’s next.
There are so many options in knitting, and so many paths to follow, so what is next in your knitting journey?
Picking one new technique at a time, and ideally starting with the easier ones will really help as you move on. Select some new patterns and projects that you’d like to explore.
Knitting kits, needles, yarn and tools all together, selected for you, so all you have to do is knit!
Pick your favourite from a wide selection of knitting kits, from home items to cosy hats and cowls, along with fingerless mitts and baby blankets. As an established knitter, you’re well placed to choose a kit and knit!
Whether you’re in the mood to start decluttering craft supplies throughout your house, or just want to focus on your yarn, I have some tips for you to store your yarn in various ways. I’ll go through sorting and storing your yarn first. Because we all organise in different ways I’ve got lots of ideas
Read MoreThe knitted linen stitch is unique Which ever way you look at it, no matter which yarn you use, the woven effect is stunning. We’ll use the ‘slip stitch’ to create the weave with knit and purl stitches in-between. The finished piece will be create a thick fabric, unique in nature for knitting. So while
Read MoreKnitting wrap and turn is all about knitting short rows. ‘Wrap and turn,’ and ‘short rows’ are techniques seen in knitting patterns and if there are not illustrations to show off the splendour of the effects you can produce with them, they can be confusing.When you knit a short row you’re creating an uneven edge along
Read MoreDo you already increase on a knit row? Did you know you can change that technique slightly to increase on a purl row?This might be known as m1p (make one purl), or m1pw (make one purlwise). Whichever you come across in your pattern abbreviations, you’ll need exactly the technique you’ll see in this video. (and you’ll
Read MoreMore knitting jargon! It just keeps appearing and you know and I know that it can’t be avoided. If you’re going to knit the fabulous lace scarf or the pair of socks that you promised your Nan, then you have to find out what it all means! No worries! I’m here to make it easier.
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