Tutorial for right-handed crocheters: front post stitches In June I’m teaching the How to Crochet Raised Stitches short course. I thought this would be a good time to write a tutorial explaining raised stitches for those of you who can’t join us in person. Here’s a tutorial for right-handed crocheters about front post stitches (if you […]
Tutorial for left-handed crocheters: front post stitches In June I’m teaching the How to Crochet Raised Stitches short course. I thought this would be a good time to write a tutorial explaining raised stitches for those of you who can’t join us in person. So, first up is the tutorial for left-handed crocheters about front post […]
How to crochet and knit tutorials I’d love you all to come to my classes and workshops, but apart from there not being enough spaces, many of you don’t live nearby. So, if you’d like to improve your crochet and knitting or learn new techniques, but can’t come to my short courses and workshops, you […]
The Stocking Stitch Tubular Cast-on Method for a 1 x 1 Rib Tubular cast-on methods are extremely satisfying because they create a beautiful cast-on edge which is indistinguishable from the rib itself. These edges are quite elastic, so are suitable for hats, mittens and socks. The following explanations and images are for those who knit […]
The Stocking Stitch Tubular Cast-on Method for a 1 x 1 Rib Tubular cast-on methods are extremely satisfying because they create a beautiful cast-on edge which is indistinguishable from the rib itself. These edges are quite elastic, so are suitable for hats, mittens and socks. The following explanations and images are for those who knit […]
How to Join Knitting Seamlessly Kitchener stitch (or grafting) is used to make an invisible join between two sets of live stitches (still on the knitting needles). It is worked using a tapestry needle and yarn, and although it is sewn, it looks like a row of knitting. Kitchener stitch is one of several techniques used in […]
How to Join Knitting Seamlessly Kitchener stitch (or grafting) is used to make an invisible join between two sets of live stitches (still on the knitting needles). It is worked using a tapestry needle and yarn, and although it is sewn, it looks like a row of knitting. Kitchener stitch is one of several techniques used in […]
