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Garter Stitch

The Garter Stitch is the first stitch pattern most people learn; this is because when worked in rows it’s simply the knit stitch over and over again. Oftentimes a knitter’s first creation is a garter stitch scarf or washcloth.

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p: Purl Stitch Knit Tutorial

The purl stitch is essentially a reversed knit stitch, so the front of a purl looks like the back of a knit, and visa versa. As with the knit stitch, it’s not hard to learn when it’s broken down into parts.

Knit Stitch

The knit stitch is the first stitch you need to learn after casting on, and it’s pretty easy when you break it down into its parts.

Cable Cast On

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.

Knit Cast On

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.

Single 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.

Slip Knot

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.

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Stitchopedia Summer 2020 – needle art tutorials all summer long

Stitchopedia Summer 2020 is my way to make sure you have a wonderful directory of tutorials to learn or increase your needle art skills. The Stitchopedia can be found in the menu at the top of this site. Over the summer I will be filling in gaps to make sure you can learn at least the basics of several needle arts.

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Dyeing Yarn with Jacquard Acid Dyes and Protein Fibers

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!