Use the cable cast on for a strong, stretchy edge making it perfect for top-down socks and other rib stitches. Try using a thicker yarn to make a decorative edging.
The knit cast on is soft and slightly loose cast on which produces an edge resembling a cord. Use it when knitting lace or other patterns where you don’t want a heavy cast on.
The single cast on is a great first cast on to learn. It’s easy to do and will get you knitting fast. This is my favorite learn-to-knit cast on.
The slip knot is the first skill you need to start knitting or crocheting. It also comes in handy in plenty of other areas. With this tutorial you will learn to make a slip knot in no time at all.
In our second installation of Adventures in Yarn Dying with Jessie At Home, we’re learning about dyeing yarn with acid dyes and protein fibers. In addition, I also experimented with hombre dyeing and dyeing with food coloring. I had a few fails and a lot of awesomeness!
Are you unsure how to pin a shawl or what shawls require pins? Today I’ll share a few ideas on pinning yarn shawls using a shawl stick from Brittany.
One of my favorite stitches, the Linen Stitch pattern is part of the recent Harmony Blanket Blog Hop knit along.
How to make the SKYP Stitch or Slip Knit Yarn over Pass Stitch The SKYP Stitch Square is part of the Harmony Blanket Blog Hop knit along.
How to make a Little Brick Stitch pattern, an easy stitch to master which creates a great textured look. Part of the Harmony Blanket Blog Hop knit along.
Sometimes we need to starch our crochet (or knit) projects. I just made a basket that needed some starching to keep the sides up and the bottom flat. Would you like to learn how? Well, I’m going to teach you one method using corn starch.
