Introduction We have now learned how to start and finish our knitting, the two essential knitting stitches and what to do when we run out of yarn. Next, we’ll be looking at increasing. Apart from the obvious purpose of increasing … Continue reading →
Introductory programme - knitting
Lesson D1: Knitting with colour
Introduction Now you have had the opportunity to create a series of samples testing different colours and colour combinations using , it’s time to interpret these samples in a knitted fabric. Objective You will be creating a knitted sample that … Continue reading →
Assignment One: Produce two garter stitch squares
Objective Your objective for this first assignment is to demonstrate: The use of two different casting on techniques The knit stitch Casting off Sample One Produce a knitted garter stitch square using the long-tail cast on. You can use any … Continue reading →
And… relax! You should now have some colourful pages to take away that feeling of trepidation that often comes with a new sketchbook. Since you are now on a roll, let’s keep up the momentum with some more playful experiments. … Continue reading →
Introduction As an alternative to joining in a new yarn with a temporary knot, if you find yourself running out of yarn in the middle of a row, you can also use the ‘overlapping’ method. This method is quick and … Continue reading →
Introduction It may feel like you’ve only just started but our next lesson (and lesson 3) will be showing you how to join in a new yarn. Objective: You’ll be making a sample swatch, showing two places to rejoin a … Continue reading →
Introduction Now you can make a knitted fabric, the next step is to start introducing some new stitches and techniques. The purl stitch is our next stitch. It is straightforward to work and can be combined with just the knit … Continue reading →
Introduction Now you’ve made your first knitted fabric we can learn how to finish off the work. In this lesson we’ll be learning how to do just that by ‘casting off’. You’ll need to have knitted your first square as … Continue reading →
Now we’ve learned two methods of casting on, the next step is to learn the knit stitch. First, check you have all your materials ready by clicking in the materials tab above. Next, click on the image below to view … Continue reading →
In this lesson you’ll be learning how to start your knitting using the two-needle cast-on. First, check you have all your materials ready by clicking in the materials tab above. Next, click on the image below to view the step-by-step … Continue reading →