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Knitting for Beginners - Learn How to Knit with Knitting Naturally
Knitting for beginners - Learn How to Knit with Knitting Naturally. Knitting Naturally is your one stop shop for all of your knitting needs.
2 ply wool or yarn is most often used for very baby knitting or evening wear.
8 ply wool or yarn is probably the most commonly used ply for knitting and is available in a wide variety of colours and textures.
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All Over Lace Knitting Stitch Patterns
All over lace knitting stitch patterns are lace patterns that repeat across the entire row to form a lace fabric from edge to edge. These stitch patterns can be as simple as a two to four row repeat over a small number of stitch or they can be extremely complex.
If you are looking for a beautifully soft and surprisingly hard wearing natural yarn for your knitting, you might like to try alpaca knitting yarn.
Knitting Naturally Amazon Picks
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Welcome to my Answered Knitting Questions page. On this page you will find questions that have been answered either by myself or by other visitors to the site.
Contrary to popular belief Aran knitting is not a knitting style that is centuries old but was in fact created in the early 1900s in the Aran Isles.
Baby Blanket Knitting Patterns
Baby blanket knitting patterns for beginners and those of you who are more advanced!
When you are learning how to knit, small projects are a good way to gain experience as a knitter. One of my favourite small projects include knitting baby bonnets and hats.
Are you looking for baby knitting patterns? You will find links to some of my basic baby patterns on this page along with my recommendations for a few really good baby knitting pattern books.
ow that you have mastered the basic knitting techniques, if you are looking for small knitting projects, you might like to try some baby knitting.
When you are deciding which type of knitting needles to buy and use, you might like to consider bamboo knitting needles.
When you are learning how to knit the first stitches you need to master are the basic knitting stitches. If you learn stocking stitch, garter stitch, moss stitch and simple ribbing you can begin to make some incredible items for you and your family.
Beginner knitting patterns are very simple patterns that are designed for even the most inexperienced beginner to use. Most will have little or no shaping and are small projects that enable novice knitters to learn and practice new skills without being overwhelmed.
Blocking Knitting (Tools)
Tools for blocking knitting are probably not one of the first items on your shopping list for knitting supplies if you are a new knitter, but as you become more adventurous with your knitting, some of the projects you take on will require dressing before you can see the full effect of your stitch patterns.
One type of knitting stitch patterns that I find really intriguing are cable knitting patterns. Individual cable knitting stitch patterns are often combined in aran knitting patterns and their use creates texture and interesting shapes in your knitted fabric.
Cable Knitting Stitch Patterns
To use these cable knitting stitch patterns you will need to learn some more advanced knitting techniques, such as how to use a cable needle
On this page you will learn the most common method of casting knitting off. If you live in the States, you will probably call this technique binding off rather than casting off.
If you are planning on doing a lot of knitting, you are going to have to learn casting on. Knitting cannot be started until you have the required number of stitches on your needle!
Choose a Knitting Pattern to Suit Your Level of Experience
As a beginner you need to choose a knitting pattern very carefully. If your first few projects are too difficult, you might find yourself getting so frustrated that you just give up.
Circular knitting needles are used for knitting seamless tubes of knitted fabric. Knitting in the round is an advanced knitting technique.
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There are two main methods of knitting, the one used on this site is generally called the English method. The other is the Continental Knitting Method.
Customising Baby Knitting Patterns
When I am customising baby knitting patterns, I use the basic pattern and change the knitting stitch patterns to create my own unique jumper!
Once you have mastered basic knitting, you might want to start experimenting with customising knitting patterns to create your own unique garments and it is not as difficult as it seems!
Another basic knitting technique that you will have to learn is decreasing stitches.
Knitting instructions for this beautiful depth illusion baby blanket, an easy knit modular pattern in garter stitch.
Do you want to knit dolls or doll clothes? In the internet age, it is far easier to find doll knitting patterns than it used to be. Just do a google (or bing) search and you will be taken to a list of sites offering free (or paid) patterns for dolls and doll clothing.
The phrase double knitting has a couple of meanings in the knitting world. Double Knitting or DK is a weight of wool and a knitting method.
Double Pointed Knitting Needles
Double pointed knitting needles are used to knit seamless tubes of knitting for articles like socks, or mittens.
These easy knitting patterns are suitable for anyone that has learned the basic knitting techniques (how to knit, how to purl, how to cast on and off) and are really for something a little more challenging than plain garter stitch.
Fair Isle knitting is a traditional knitting technique used to create patterns with multiple colours.
Are you looking for some french knitting instructions? This is a great craft/knitting activity that you can do with the kids. It is reasonably quick and easy to do and will keep them amused for quite a while. One of my grand-daughters started some french knitting
If you are looking for a form of knitting that you can teach your kids, French Knitting might be just the ticket!
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This beautiful hand knitted baby shawl is knitted in 100 percent pure new 3 ply wool from Australia. The shawl has a diameter of 127 cm and weighs less than 200 grams.
Heirloom Knitting takes on a whole new meaning when you use your own hand-spun yarn to create a knitted article for your family or friends.
You are going to want to learn how to block knitting at some point in your knitting career, particularly if you have an edge that is curling, or your knitted piece was worked in a lace pattern, or if your garment is large (bulky) you have issues with it losing it's shape after washing.
In my experience, hand knitted rib looks much tidier when you know how to cast on ribwise.
Do you remember how to finger knit? When I was growing up, finger knitting was one of the favourite past-times in the playground.
The first step in learning how to knit is learning the correct method of how to hold knitting needles.
How to Knit a Scarf is the first in a series of 'how to' pages which provide knitting instructions for knitting novices.
When I asked for suggestions for new pages on this site how to knit baby booties was one suggestion that many, many, people requested. So here it is. On this page we will go through the steps to knit a simple pair of booties using a pattern that is suitable for beginners.
Sooner or later as you gain experience as a knitter, you are going to need to learn how to knit buttonholes.
Would you like to know how to knit cables? I find that experimenting with knitting cables (arans) can be very satisfying.
The first stitch that you need to learn is the knit stitch. On this page you will find step by step instruction on how to knit 'knit stitches'.
If you have now learned how to do knit stitches, the next step is to learn how to purl.
Do you know how to wash wool? Are you one of those people who avoid buying pure wool because of the difficulty of washing your garments without shrinking or felting them?
On the 'How Wool is Made' page you will find an overview of the process of making your own wool.
Another basic knitting technique that you will have to learn is increasing stitches.
Are you looking for a knitting project that is a bit more fun? How about having a go making some knitted toys! Knitted toys can be very simple or extremely complex depending on what you want to make.
Knitting a tension square is something that you do before you begin knitting your garment.
Reading a knitting pattern is like reading another language. If you are not familiar with common knitting abbreviations it will look like double dutch to you!
If you are new to knitting, you will come across a bewildering array of knitting accessories for you to choose from. Would you like to know from an experienced knitter, which ones are worth buying?
Knitting baby blankets is one way of creating a special gift, as each blanket is unique and can become almost a family heirloom.
Knitting baby shawls is a time consuming but very satisfying process. Generally baby shawls are knitted in fine or very fine yarn (2, 3 or 4 ply) and believe me, there is a lot of knitting involved!
Knitting baby sweaters, cardigans and matinee jackets is one of my favourite things to knit as they are quick to knit and they can be just so beautiful!
Ready to get started? Let's go through some knitting basics before you start knitting!
One of the simplest things that you can do with your kids is knitting blanket squares. It is also a great project if there is more than one kid.
Although baby booties tend to have gone out of fashion with young mothers in favour of mass produced socks, knitting booties is still a very rewarding pastime and a hand knitted pair of baby booties makes a great baby shower gift.
When you are learning how to knit, you will learn one of the more general purpose knitting cast on methods. And you will probably stick with that methods for most of your knitting career, but there are many different methods that you could use.
Knitting charts can be used as tools for designing knitting patterns or as a graphic representation of knitting instructions. Each square in the chart represents a single stitch in the pattern and each square has a symbol or colour identifying what type of stitch it is.
How to stop the edges of my knitting curling is one of the most common questions that I get asked.
Knitting Naturally Knitting for Beginners Blog
Knitting Naturally is a site designed to serve and support people interested in knitting for beginners.
Could you a little knitting help? Not everyone is fortunate enough to have a one-on-one teacher to answer questions but ask here and I will help if I can.
Are you an experienced knitter with some really great knitting hints to share?
Knitting Instructions for Beginners
Are you looking for knitting instructions that are written in plain English so that they are easy to follow?
Knitting loom Instructions might come in handy if you are new to knitting on a loom.
Now that you have your knitting started on the loom, you are going to need knitting loom instructions on how to form some basic knitting stitches.
Now that you have your knitting started on the loom, you are going to need knitting loom instructions on how to form some basic knitting stitches. (Continued…)
What kind of knitting needle holder to you use to keep your knitting needles safe?
Knitting Needle Sizes - Knitting Needle Conversion Chart
Knitting needle sizes range from 2.0 mm right up to 25.0 mm, and just to make it even more complicated there are three main measurement schemes for needles sizes.
Read on if you would you like to know more about the various types of knitting needles.
True knitters can never have enough knitting patterns in there collection because you never know when the mood to start a new project will hit you and the first step is invariably hunting through that collection to find the perfect pattern.
Are you having problems with your knitting? Whether your knitting questions about reading a pattern or how to actually do something, you can submit your question here and it will be answered for you!
To be quite honest, until recently I never really got into knitting socks. Now I am hooked.
You did read that right - this page is all about knitting sticks. Never heard of one? A knitting stick is a tool used by knitters to secure one needle and take the weight of their knitting.
Knitting Stitch Patterns provide knitting instructions for stitch patterns that can be incorporated into your garments to make your work unique.
If you are going to learn how to knit, you will need to organise your knitting supplies.
There are quite a few different knitting techniques that you can apply to your knitting depending on your level of experience and the effect you are trying to achieve.
Knitting Tension - What it is and Why it is Important
As a beginner you will come across the phrase knitting tension but you might not know what that phrase means or why it is so important. Getting your tension correct is vital if you want your project to end up being the right size and shape.
On this page you will find an A - Z of common knitting terms.
Knitting with Cotton is not recommended for beginners. Commercially spun cotton is available in a variety of plys, styles and colors.
As you browse through your local craft store for knitting wool, you will be faced with a bewildering array of choices.
Lace Knitting Stitch Patterns are another option if you want to customise a basic pattern to create a unique garment of your own design.
When you watch someone else spinning, it looks deceptively easy. The reality is that learning to spin take patience and perseverance.
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Using a long loom or 'long loom knitting' for your knitting project offers a bit more versatility than a round loom.
Loom Knitting Patterns are reasonably hard to come by. If you buy yourself a loom you might find some basic patterns are included but they will not keep you going for long.
Another method of producing knitted fabric is to use a loom or a knitting board. Loom Knitting is quite an old craft that, like other forms of knitting, is gaining popularity again.
Some hand knitting purists think of it as cheating, but machine knitting is a quick and relatively easy to make just about anything that you could knit by hand.
Would you like some instructions on how to make your own knitting loom? It is not that difficult, you will need a few tools and of course, some instructions, but it is very do-able!
Mitred knitting is a knitting technique that is popular with beginners and knitting experts alike.
If you can help out by responding to any of these open knitting questions, all you need to do is to leave a comment on the relevant page (listed below).
Panel Knitting Stitch Patterns
Rib or Panel knitting stitch patterns can be used as an all over lace or rib, in combination with other stitch patterns to create or with stocking stitch to create a unique pattern for your garment.
Why would you choose wool over a synthetic yarn for your knitting? On this page you will find a summary of the many properties of wool to help you may your decision!
A provisional cast on is usually done using a piece of contrasting yarn with the intention of removing the cast on edge later.
One of the most difficult things to learn when you are a beginner is reading a knitting pattern.
Would you like to be able to recycle your wool from a garment that is too small, too big or out of style?
On this page I have included links to all of the free scarf knitting patterns on this site, as well as a selection of knitting patterns books that you can purchase.
When you have knitted all the pieces of your work, the next step is sewing up your knitting to finish your garment.
Shetland Lace Knitting is a particular style of knitting that developed in the Shetland Islands and was one of the main exports of the Island during the early part of the last century. The work of the very talented knitters of the Shetlands is world renown and still very popular.
Single Pointed Knitting Needles
Single pointed knitting needles are probably going to be the first type of knitting needles that you buy as a beginner.
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Knitting with wool in hot weather is not anywhere near as pleasant as knitting in the dead of winter, but depending on your choice of yarn, summer knitting can be just as satisfying!
Textured Knitting Stitch Patterns
Textured knitting stitch patterns are effective and generally involve only basic knitting techniques (i.e., knit and purl stitches), which makes them ideal for use by knitting beginners.
Are you looking for a yarn comparison chart? Each country uses a different measurement scale.
One of the abbreviations
that seems to confuse many beginners is the yarn round needle or yarn over
knitting abbreviation. The short form
of this knitting instruction is YO or YRN.
Knitting Stitches
1x1 Rib Knitting Stitch Pattern
If you are planning to knit garments sooner or later, you will need to master the 1x1 rib knitting stitch pattern as it is often a feature of jumpers or cardigans and it is also used for knitting scarves.
2x2 Rib Knitting Stitch Pattern
Apart from the 1x1 rib knitting stitch, another rib stitch pattern that is fairly common and relatively easy to do is the 2x2 rib knitting stitch pattern.
Alternating Daisy Stitch Knitting Stitch Pattern
I discovered this beautify alternating daisy stitch knitting stitch pattern in a baby blanket pattern and although I never finished the blanket I did fall in love with the knitting stitch pattern. It is knitted over a multiple of 4 stitches and 4 rows.
Box Stitch Knitting Stitch Pattern
The box stitch knitting stitch pattern is another easy textured knitting stitch pattern that alternates between knit and purl stitch in a similar way to rib and Moss Stitch
Bramble Stitch Knitting Stitch Pattern
The Bramble Stitch knitting stitch pattern is a very effective textured stitch pattern knitted over multiples of 4 stitches and 4 rows. It can be used as a all over stitch pattern or as a panel in an aran or lace project.
Check Stitch Knitting Stitch Pattern
The Check Stitch knitting stitch pattern is another fairly simple stitch pattern that is suitable for beginners. It uses a basic 2x2 rib stitch that alternates between knit and purl every four rows resulting in 'checks' or blocks of broken columns.
Double Moss Stitch Knitting Stitch Pattern
The Double Moss Stitch knitting stitch pattern is fairly easy to do and is a very effective all over textured pattern and it is also very useful for narrow panels between more complicated patterns in arans.
Embossed Check Stitch Knitting Stitch Pattern
The Embossed Check Stitch knitting stitch pattern is a relatively easy knitting stitch pattern to do and it is a very effective pattern.
Garter Slip Stitch Knitting Stitch Pattern
The Garter Slip Stitch Knitting Stitch Pattern is another very versatile textured knitting stitch that is not only very effective but quite easy to do.
Garter Stitch Check Knitting Stitch Pattern
This garter stitch check knitting stitch pattern is another easy stitch pattern to master and the resulting knitted fabric is very effective. It is also an easy stitch pattern to alter or amend to change the size of the checks.
Garter Stitch Knitting Stitch Pattern
The Garter Stitch knitting stitch pattern is one of the basic knitting stitch patterns and is often the first stitch pattern that is learned and mastered by knitting beginners. Garter stitch is basically all knit stitches.
Garter Stitch Stripe Knitting Stitch Pattern
The Garter Stitch Stripe Knitting Stitch Pattern is one of the easiest knitting stitch patterns you will find. All of the rows in the pattern are either all knit or all purl so the hardest part is keeping count of the number of rows in each stripe.
Moss Stitch Knitting Stitch Pattern
The moss stitch knitting stitch pattern is one of the basic knitting stitch patterns. It is a very versatile knitting stitch pattern that is often used as a border or a panel on either side of a textured, cable or lace knitting stitch pattern.
Openwork Diamond Lace Knitting Stitch Pattern #2
This version of the openwork diamond lace knitting stitch pattern is worked over a multiple of 10 stitches plus six over 16 rows. It is considered an fairly advanced knitting stitch pattern but with a little care and patience anyone can master it.
Rice Stitch Knitting Stitch Pattern
The Rice Stitch knitting stitch pattern is a textured pattern that is quite easy to do and is rather effective. The pattern is knitted over multiples of 2 stitch plus one and two rows.
Stocking Stitch Knitting Stitch Pattern
Two of the basic knitting stitch patterns are actually opposite sides of the same pattern. The reverse stocking stitch knitting pattern is actually just the reverse side of the stocking stitch knitting stitch pattern.
This Zig Zag Lace Stitch Pattern is knitted over a multiple of 10 stitches plus 1 in 8 row repeats. Every second row is purl so there are really only 4 pattern rows.
Knitting Patterns
This pattern is for a basic 4 ply Vee Neck Vest in three sizes from 2 to 6 years old.
ABC Baby Blanket Knitting Pattern
I had fun designing and knitting
this lovely ABC Baby Blanket Knitting Pattern. It was a lot of knitting but as it was done
one block at a time, it was very easy to put down and pick up again.
I tend to use the same basic baby bootie knitting pattern for any booties I make, varying the knitting stitch patterns that I use for the base, top or instep of the bootees.
Are you looking a knitting pattern for a baby sweater? This Basic Baby Sweater Knitting Pattern is rated as an easy knit as it has very little shaping and is knitted in stocking stitch.
Would you like to make a chunkier rib scarf? To do that you will need a Chunky Rib Scarf Pattern!
This easy knit baby blanket is particularly suitable for beginners as it is knitted entirely in Garter Stitch. You just can't get easier than that!
This easy knit dog sweater is designed in garter stitch so it is a perfect pattern for a beginner.
This easy knitting baby blanket is particularly suitable for beginners as it is knitted entirely in Garter Stitch. You just can't get easier than that!
Would you like to make yourself a footie scarf? To do that you will need a Footie Scarf Pattern!
Garter Stitch Check Baby Blanket Knitting Pattern
This garter stitch check baby blanket knitting pattern is suitable for all knitters including beginners.
Would you like to make yourself a garter stitch scarf? To do that you will need a Garter Stitch Scarf Pattern.
Garter Stitch Stripe Baby Blanket
This Garter Stitch Stripe Baby blanket is made by knitting and joining two colour blocks knitted in garter stitch.
When I asked for suggestions for new pages on this site how to knit baby booties was one suggestion that many, many, people requested. So here it is. On this page we will go through the steps to knit a simple pair of booties using a pattern that is suitable for beginners.
Simple Knitted Slipper Pattern
This simple knitted slipper pattern is ideal for anyone who is still learning how to knit. It is easy to make, it is knitted in garter stitch (so it is all knit stitches) and simple decreases at the toe.
If you looking for a unique gift for the new baby in your life, this hand knitted teddy bear would be perfect!
Knitting Loom Garter Stitch Scarf Pattern
Are you looking for a knitting loom garter stitch scarf pattern? If this is your first knitting loom project, this is a reasonably easy scarf to knit
Are you looking for a knitting loom scarf pattern that is a little bit different?
Mitred Knitting Square Blanket Pattern
a pattern for a mitred knitting square blanket that is suitable for a beginner
Modular Garter Stitch Baby Blanket
Try this pattern for my modular garter stitch baby blanket pattern. Although it is rated easy you will need to learn how to pick up and knit stitches along the edge.
Would you like to make a narrower, chunkier, garter stitch scarf? To do that you will need my Narrow Garter Stitch Scarf Pattern!
Looking for something slightly more challenging? Why not try my Sampler Blanket Pattern?
Simple Childs 8-Ply Jumper with Dropped Shoulders
This simple child’s 8-ply jumper pattern is rated as an easy knit as it has very little shaping and is knitted in stocking stitch.
Simple Childs 8-Ply Striped Jumper
Are you looking a pattern for a simple child’s 8-ply striped jumper? This pattern is rated as an easy knit as it has very little shaping and is knitted in stocking stitch.
Simple Childs Raglan 8 Ply Round Neck Jumper Pattern
Are you looking a pattern for a simple child’s raglan 8 ply jumper?
With this simple lace scarf pattern, you will be able to make yourself a beautiful new scarf and show off your new knitting skills!
Would you like to make yourself a simple rib scarf? To do that you will need a Simple Rib Scarf Pattern!
On this page you will find a simple sampler scarf pattern. To test the pattern, I have made one using of Off White Panda Heath 8 Ply which is 50 percent wool and 50 percent Acrylic.
Spinning Pages
When you watch someone else spinning, it looks deceptively easy. The reality is that learning to spin take patience and perseverance.
One of the ways to prepare your fleece for spinning involves carding or combing your fibres. This page discusses a number of techniques for carding wool.
Do you know how to wash wool? Are you one of those people who avoid buying pure wool because of the difficulty of washing your garments without shrinking or felting them?
On the 'How Wool is Made' page you will find an overview of the process of making your own wool.
Why would you choose wool over a synthetic yarn for your knitting? On this page you will find a summary of the many properties of wool to help you may your decision!
Do you know what to look for when you are selecting a fleece for your next spinning project? Read on to find out.
Spinning disasters happen to the best of us. No matter how long you have been spinning your own wool and how much experience you have, sometime life just happens...
So you want to learn to spin. On this page you will find some of the more common types of fleece wool available for hand spinners along with their characteristics and uses.
Raw fleece is not readily available at your corner store! On this page you will find suggestions about where to buy a fleece.
For a beginner it can be tricky to wade through. Knowing which type of spinning wheel is the most appropriate not only for a beginner to use but also one that is suitable to for the kind of wool you want to spin can be difficult.
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