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Knitting Guides

Klara Nilsson | Updated on August 6, 2023

Find tips on stitches, yarn types, techniques and much more in our detailed knitting guides.

Do you love learning new things about knitting? Are you ready to become an even better knitter? If you’re nodding your head to both of those questions, then this is the place for you.

Whether you’re an old-school knitter or a complete beginner, there’s always something new to learn. In this section, you’ll find free guides on everything from stitching techniques to the latest indie designers. We’re just getting started, but watch this space – there’s much more to come!

Knitting Tips, Techniques, and Guides

How to Fix Knitting Mistakes

How to Fix Mistakes In Knitting

Find out how to fix the most common mistakes in knitting. You’ll learn how to knit backwards, how to unravel your work, and how to prevent mistakes happening.

Knitting Cast-On Methods

Knitting Cast-On Methods Explained

Learn about the 15 most common cast-on methods in knitting, with step-by-step instructions, descriptions, and tutorial videos for each technique.

Right Side vs Wrong Side Knitting

Right Side vs Wrong Side In Knitting

Confused about the two sides of your knitting? Learn how to identify the right and wrong sides and why it matters in this comprehensive guide.

How to End Knitting a Scarf

How to Finish Knitting a Scarf

Learn how to easily finish knitting a scarf by binding off, weaving in your ends, and adding a decorative fringe.

Knitting Gauge and Tension

Knitting Gauge Explained

Learn how to adjust and perfect your tension in this complete guide to knitting gauge, how to measure it, and the factors that affect it.

Blocking Your Knitting

How to Block Your Knitting Projects

Find out whether blocking is necessary, what tools you’ll need, and how to block knitting using four different methods.

Knitting Lesson Tools

The 6 Best Online Knitting Classes in 2023

Compare the best knitting classes for beginners and advanced knitters in this collection of six top knitting courses that are actually worth taking.

Yarn Type and Texture

Yarn Types and Fibers Explained

Learn about the different types of knitting yarn, natural versus synthetic fibers, and how to choose the right yarn type for your projects.