Knitting Department
Knitting isn’t just for your grandmother any more! Our Knitting department offers you stitches, patterns, techniques and free projects for apparel to home decorating. We’ll give you information about knitting basics, as well as video and written tutorials and lessons to help you learn this lovely craft or enhance your skills if you’re not a beginner.
To help, we’ve provided some handy guides and charts for conversion, yardage estimates, knitting terms and abbreviations. You also can find information about spool knitting, a unique form of this handicraft.
Visit our online shopping store to load up on yarn, spools, needles and other knitting supplies.
Looking for Crochet? Check out our Crochet Department.
New Tutorials and Pages
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![CHRISTMAS KNITTING PATTERNS]()
So many adorable Christmas knitting patterns and projects including wreaths, garlands, ornaments, Christmas stockings and more! Knit up these trending Christmas knitting patterns that are free!
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![Easy Finger Knit Friendship Bracelet]()
Watch and learn how to make a finger knitted friendship bracelet. Finger knitting is a fun way to weave these bracelets!
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![HALLOWEEN KNITTING PATTERNS]()
Explore these free Halloween knitting patterns that are perfect for this fun fall holiday. Included in the patterns are knitted costumes, knitted Halloween decorations, and lots of knitted pumpkins!
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![How to do the Knitted Cast On - Two Needle Cast On]()
Learn how to do the knitted cast-on, a simple technique that sets the foundation for any knitting project. Follow our step-by-step guide or watch the video!
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![How to Knit an Easy Mug Rug Using the Linen Stitch]()
Learn how to knit a beginner-friendly linen stitch mug rug. Easy, absorbent, and beautiful texture. Perfect for knitters of all skill levels.
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![How to Knit the Linen Stitch Knitting Pattern]()
Learn how to knit the beautiful and sturdy linen stitch pattern with our easy tutorials. Perfect for beginners and experienced knitters alike!
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![How to Knit: Knitted Cable Cast-On including YouTube Tutorial]()
Learn how to do the knitted cable cast-on with this easy-to-follow tutorial. Create a sturdy and beautiful edge for your knitting projects today!
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![How to Thread an Embroidery Needle (So EASY trick!)]()
This quick tip will have your tapestry needles threaded quickly and easily with a simple piece of paper!
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![MUG RUG KNITTING PATTERNS]()
Enjoy the many free knitted mug rug patterns and projects to give as gifts or to add a cozy touch to your home decor.
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![POTHOLDERS / HOT PADS]()
Work up some knitted potholders with our free knit potholder patterns. There are checkerboard, bubble, striped and so many other free knitted potholder patterns.
Trending this Week
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![SWEATER, VEST & TANK TOP PATTERNS]()
We have collected and curated free knit sweater patterns for people of all sizes, from babies and children to adults. Find classic pullover sweaters, cardigan knitting patterns, vests and tank tops.
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![Knook]()
Learn to Knook. Knooking is the new knitting, and you will find many videos and tutorials on knitting with a crochet hook. We also have books and free patterns!
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![LOOM KNITTING PROJECTS]()
Free loom knitting projects with basic loom knitting patterns as well as loom knit hat patterns and beautiful patterns for loom knit blankets. You'll find patterns for scarves, pillows, and more!
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![DOLL CLOTHES & ACCESSORIES]()
Whip up some knit doll clothes and accessories for 18 inch dolls, 12 inch fashion dolls, and even baby dolls! The knit sweater patterns are so cute!
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![ANGELS - KNITTED ANGELS]()
Knit up some lovely angels with the Christmas angel patterns and the many other free knitted angel patterns available here!,
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![How to make T-shirt yarn Tutorial (T-Yarn)]()
This tutorial will show how to make t-shirt yarn. T-shirt yarn is made from cutting up old t-shirts and can be used to crochet and knit..
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![DIY Snowman Ornament (Spool Knitting)]()
Snowman crafts are a classic winter decoration. Learn how to make this snowman ornament craft using a classic spool knitter.
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![Loopy Bath Rug Tutorial (Loop Yarn)]()
Learn how to make a loopy bath rug from the new loop yarn with our loopy yarn stitch! This makes a super soft bath rug.
New Stuff
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The blanket size calculator will help you determine the desired amount of stitches and rows you should knit or crochet to create a blanket with any stitch combination.
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Joy of Motion Crochet
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This chart helps you to calculate the size of your finished project using a sample swatch of your crochet work.
From
Stitch Fiddle
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A brief history about felt.
From
Richard E. Wright
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How many stitches should I cast on a baby blanket (cast on calculator)? How many rows are needed to loom knit a man’s scarf (row count calculator)? How much yarn will I need to knit a queen-size blanket (project yardage calculator)? The Interactive Knitting Calculators are here to help!
From
Good Knit Kisses
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Use the calculators below to determine how to increase or decrease stitches evenly across your row or round of knitting.
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World Knits
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Plug in numbers to find determine how to evenly increase stitches across a row or round.
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Any Calculator
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Several calculators to aid in double rake knitting projects.
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Rake Knitting
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This online calculator will help you determine how many stitches you’ll need to get the required width while matching a stitch multiple.
From
Edie Eckman
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Print customized pattern instructions for knitting socks.
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Liz's Personal Page
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With a couple of measurements from your gauge swatch, this two-way calculator can tell you how many rounds* you need to knit to reach the size you want, or you can tell it how many rounds you want to knit, and it will give you the finished size. This ingenious tool will help you design just the right layout for your blanket.
From
Good Knit Kisses