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Before You Begin

Understanding Knitting Symbols

Stitch charts in knit and crochet patterns are being used more and more as an addition to or in place of words to describe …

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M1R Knit Increase Tutorial

Watch this video and learn how to Maket 1 Right.

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Before You Begin

What are the Different Types of Knitting Needles

When starting to knit, the act of knitting and using knitting needles feels quite new and at this stage you won’t have developed..

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Loose Ends: Knit Open Weave Brioche

Learn how to knit an open weave brioche stitch with loose ends. Achieve a unique and textured look with this knitting technique.

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Loose Ends: Crochet Cables

Learn how to crochet cables with loose ends. Add texture and depth to your crochet projects with cable stitches.

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Mosaic Crochet Basics

Let's go through the basics of how to do a mosaic stitch with Bernat Blanket.

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M1L Knit Increase Tutorial

Watch and learn how to make an increase that leans to the left.

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Learn to Knit: Knit 2 Together - K2 Tog

Learn how to put two knit stitches together referred to in patterns and instructions as Knit 2 Together.

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Learn to Knit: Knitting Cables

Learn how to knit cables. Master the art of knitting cables and create intricate and textured patterns.

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Learn to Knit: Cast Off

Learn to cast off in knitting. Finish your knitting projects neatly with this essential technique.

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Learn it | Crochet: Seaming Crochet Pieces Together

Learn how to seam crochet pieces together. Achieve clean and professional finishing for your crochet projects.

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Learn to Knit: Purl Stitch

Learn how to do the Purl Stitch with knitting.