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Long Tail Cast On for Beginners (Traditional Method)

Published on December 18, 2018 By Davina | May contain affiliate links (whats this?)
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The long tail cast on is a great all-purpose cast on. It's stretchy and has a neat knitted edge. Because it's generally good for all knitting projects, use the long tail cast on as your default cast on. It won't fail you. But it can be a bit tricky to do at first. So, follow the video tutorial and take it slow: clamp down, make a diamond, touch your thumb. (These terms only make sense after ... keep reading >>

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How to Cast On for Total Beginners

Published on December 17, 2018 By Davina | May contain affiliate links (whats this?)
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In this post, I’ll show you how to cast on for beginners. There are many ways to cast on knitting, but this is my favourite. It's the long tail cast on using the thumb method, which is great for absolute beginner knitters. The long tail cast on is the best all-purpose cast on: it’s stretchy, but not too stretchy; it’s firm yet flexible; it lays flat and looks pretty. What’s not to love? When ... keep reading >>

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How to do the German Twisted Cast On

Published on December 5, 2018 By Davina | May contain affiliate links (whats this?)
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The German twisted cast on is perfect for the brims of hats, tops of socks and cuffs of mittens. It's a flexible stretchy cast on that's very similar to the longtail cast on.   An extra twist in this cast on is what gives the edge more strength and durability. Eagle-eyed knitters will notice that the German twisted cast on looks a bit different than the longtail cast on. It has a ... keep reading >>

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Alternating Cable Cast On for Ribbing

Published on December 3, 2018 By Davina | May contain affiliate links (whats this?)
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The alternating cable cast on is a beautiful invisible cast on that looks great with ribbing. The edges of the cast on elegantly merge right into the knits and purls, giving the illusion of no cast on at all. The alternating cable cast on is also quite stretchy, making it nicely suited for ribbing. In fact, I sometimes refer to it as my “ribbing cast on”! While this cast on is more ... keep reading >>

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How to Tie a Slip Knot for Knitting

Published on October 3, 2018 By Davina | May contain affiliate links (whats this?)
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Before you can knit or crochet, you'll need to make a slip knot. It's the starting point for everything to come. Learn how to tie a slipknot, and you've got step one covered. Every knitting and crochet project begins with the slip knot. This little knot is like an anchor for your cast on or crochet chain. It can even be used to start a bracelet! In knitting, the slip knot counts as the first ... keep reading >>

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Say hello to the Blank Slate Hat! It’s a simple Say hello to the Blank Slate Hat! It’s a simple design that can be decorated and embellished to suit your personality!

This chunky hat is knit on straight needles and seamed together with mattress stitch. If you can #knit, purl, and cast on, then you’re ready to knit the Blank Slate Hat! 

This version is made extra cute with two pom pom ears. But purists are welcome to add just one centred pom pom 😊

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This chunky lace scarf is a great introduction to This chunky lace scarf is a great introduction to lace knitting! 🕸 

In this tutorial, you’ll learn basic lace stitches like the yarn over (YO), which gives lace its open airiness, and two decreases (K2tog and SSK), which slant to the left and right respectively.

You’ll also learn how to block your scarf (a must for all lace patterns) and attach a fringe. Click the profile link for the #freeknittingpattern

Yarn is @lanagrossa Ragazza Lei from @lovecraftscom 

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This beanie takes inspiration from classic watch c This beanie takes inspiration from classic watch caps. Fun fact: these hats got their name from Navy sailors who wore them while keeping watch in the night.

My take doesn’t stray far from the original caps. It’s knit in a beginner-friendly 1×1 rib and has a sleek decrease that keeps the rib pattern intact.

It can be worn cuffed for a fisherman’s look or un-cuffed for a slouchy modern feel.

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If you’ve got cold feet these slippers will keep If you’ve got cold feet these slippers will keep you warm all winter long! Knit in chunky weight yarn, these slippers come together in no time at all - and they make excellent gifts! They come in three sizes, so make one for every member of your family! Yarn from @lovecraftsknitting and free pattern in the profile link #knitstagram #knitting #knittersofinstagram #knittersgonnaknit #knittingpattern #knittinginspiration #freeknittingpattern
A twisted headband is the perfect gift for the hol A twisted headband is the perfect gift for the holidays! This headband is knit in fisherman’s rib - a classic stitch with a dramatic stretchy rib. Grab the free pattern and tutorial in the link in the profile and cast on! #knitting #knit #knittersofinstagram #knitknitknit #knittersgonnaknit #knitting_inspiration #knitstagram #freepattern #freepatterns #headband

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