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Knit Heart Shape Out of Scrap Yarn
Heart shapes are very popular in both knit and crochet. This beginner pattern is for knitters.
The Lace Lifeline Technique in Knitting
Knit lace is beautiful, but some knitters are intimidated by it. Using a technique known as the Lace Lifeline helps overcome apprehensions.
Scrap Yarn Knitted Headbands
Knit unique headbands, sweatbands, and wristbands with scrap yarn and creativity. These unisex bands work for anyone.
Cell Phone Cover and Small Purse
Knit a cell phone cover and a matching purse. Each of these patterns takes less than a skein of yarn.
Knitted Shell & Poncho
Make one or both parts of this interesting knit set. Wear the tank during the day, and slip the poncho on over it as the evening cools off.
Free Knit Patterns for Tank and Poncho Set
Whip up this versatile tank top and poncho / wrap set in a light-weight yarn for the summer season's fashionable, comfortable look. Each piece takes about one skein.
Easy and Free Knit Ruffle Pattern
Ruffles can be used to dress up all kinds of things: scarves, wardrobes, doll clothing, and home décor items. Knit one up in an afternoon.
Two Easy & Free Knitted Tank Top Patterns
Tank tops are fun and easy to knit, as well as fun and easy to wear. Try one or both of these free quick-to knit-up patterns. Teens especially will love them.
Free Intermediate Knit Pattern - Newsboy Hat
Knit a fun, practical newsboy cap with this free intermediate pattern. This cap is appropriate for men and women.
Free Knitted Bean-Bag Snowman Pattern
Knit these adorable beanie Snowmen and Snowwomen for friends, neighbors, kids and anyone else on the Christmas list. Get three free patterns, courtesy of Knit Picks.
How to Knit a Small Xmas Stocking
This pattern creates an 8 ½ inch long stocking that features cable and hearts. Making it is a great way to hone cabling skills.
Buttons and Buttonholes for Knits
Buttons appear to be the simplest of closures; however, it is important to take careful consideration of button size when planning out a knitting project.
Use Short Rows to Shape Knitting
Short rows, used to add length, width or shaping to knitted projects, are a terrific way to customize and tailor knit garments.
Book by Fast Knitter Lisa Gentry
Guinness Record knitter Lisa Gentry has created a brand new technique called "chain knitting". A sneak peek at her book about this new knit-crochet combination.
Knit a Triangle Shape
A knit triangle can be used as piece-work, or can be as big as a shawl. Learn to make this essential shape and how to use it in knitting.
Ripping Out Yarn in Knit
Knitting mistakes are inevitable. It's important to rip out mistakes without losing the live stitches.
Duplicate Knit Stitch
The duplicate knit stitch is a wonderful embellishing technique. Try it when personalizing or adding finishing touches to a knit project.
Simple Knits for Beginners
Beautiful items can be made out of the most simple of knit stitch patterns. Consider these when planning a future project.
Basic Knit Stitch Patterns
Four basic stitch patterns that all knitters should know are the Garter, Stockinette, Reverse-Stockinette, and Seed Stitch. Important differences exist between them.
Knitting Increase While Purling
The bar increase method in knitting can be worked into a knit stitch or a purl stitch. Learn how to increase in knit by purling twice into the same stitch.
Increase in Knitting
If a knitter wants to knit something other than plain rectangles, she must know how to increase. One way to do this is to knit twice into the same stitch.
Heart Pattern in Knit
Knit a heart using any size hook and any type yarn with this pattern. Make appliqués, pillows, sachets, and more.
Sweater 101 Book Review
This fabulous book by Cheryl Brunette guides the motivated knitter to make perfectly fitted sweaters for all sizes. It's fantastic for the knitting perfectionist.
Scrap Knit a Stash Scarf
Design an original scarf without spending a penny! Use up some stash by putting together a super simple scarf out of leftover yarn or material.
Hiding Knit Tails and Joins
Many knitters have strong negative feelings about weaving in tails when changing colors in a project. Avoid weaving with this trick.


Contributing Articles in Knitting Patterns & Techniques

Cluster Rib Hat to Knit
Knit this cluster rib hat with size 10 knitting needles and bulky weight yarn.
Basic Mittens to Knit
Knit these soft alpaca mittens from the following instructions.
Basic Socks to Knit
This pattern creates a pair of basic wool socks, a great project for intermediate knitters.
Colorful Scarf to Knit
Using a variety of colors makes this simple scarf design stand out.
Coasters to Knit – Free Pattern
Create these coasters with cotton yarn and size 8 knitting needles.
One-Skein Warm Hat to Knit – Free Pattern
Knit this winter hat with one skein of super bulky weight yarn and size 11 knitting needles.
Free Knitting Pattern for Men's Wool Hat
Knit this simple men's hat project with medium weight wool yarn and size 10.5 knitting needles.
Quick Baby Hat to Knit
Knit this simple baby's hat with 1 skein of bulky weight yarn.
Knitted Mini Christmas Stockings
This is a free pattern for Knitted Christmas Stockings. This pattern is a great stash buster, and can be adapted according to your requirements.
How to Use Double Pointed Needles
With the following step-by-step instructions and a little practice, beginning knitters can learn to cast on and knit using double pointed needles.
Free Christmas Knitting Patterns
Create Unique and Personal Christmas Ornaments using these Simple and Quick Free Patterns.
Combatting Cablephobia
Knitting cable stitches is not nearly as scary as it may seem once a knitter understands that stitches are simply knitted in a different order on the needle.
How to Make Knitted Mini Christmas Stockings
These homemade Christmas decorations are very easy to make and will look delightful hanging off a Christmas tree. Fill them with sweets and the kids will love them!
Knitted Rib, More Than Cuffs and Neckbands
Knitters use rib for waistbands and sleeves to keep garments in shape. But it can be also be used to improve the fit of an item, and to add attractive design details.
Knitting a Tension Gauge Swatch
Determining knitting gauge is the first thing any knitter should do before beginning a new project.
Simple Knitting Stitch Patterns
Knits and purls can create simple knit stitch patterns such as garter stitch, stockinette stitch, moss stitch, Irish seed stitch, rib stitch, and basket weave stitch.
Summer Knitting - Socks
Socks and summer may not seem to go together, but socks can be a perfect project for those hot months.
Sock Knitting Techniques
There are many different sock knitting techniques, such as two at a time socks, toe up socks, and knitting socks with a circular needle instead of double-pointed needles.
Knitting with Colour
Compare the two main methods for introducing colour to a knitted piece: stranded knitting and intarsia.
Knitted Pinwheel Blankets
Pinwheel Blankets make a lovely present for new mothers and pet owners. They are simple to knit and easy to adapt. This article includes the basic pattern.
Using Double Point Needles
Double point needles may seem scary, especially when a knitter is not used to using more than two needles in one project, but they are easy to get used to and are useful.
Knit a Coffee Cup Cozy with Cables
Practice your cable knitting technique and make this useful cup cozy which helps to keep your coffee warm without burning your hands.
Suspended Cast Off in Knitting
This is an easy technique which gives a flexible edge to your ribbing pattern.
How to Make a Knitted Selvedge
Knitting a neat selvedge is important for many reasons. It can help to provide a good finish and is useful when sewing up the work.
The Knitter's Handy Book of Sweater Patterns
One book gives more than 1,500 sweater options with easy to follow instructions.

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