Knit – The Knit Crowd

Let’s Knit: Slip Slip Slip Knit – SSSK + Tutorial

February 12, 2017January 16, 2017 Michael Sellick

Slip Slip Slip Knit – SSSK The act of Slip Slip Slip Knit is the about putting 3 stitches together with a knit stitch. This is different from just Knit 3 Together. The act of slip stitching is done as knitwise. This means, you slip stitch each one of the three first by themselves. Then transfer them back to the original needle and then knit them together. Now it doesn’t like it means sense but it does. For a nicer look, it turns the stitches around before putting them together…

Let’s Knit: Knit 5 Together – K5 Tog

February 6, 2017January 16, 2017 Michael Sellick

Knit 5 Together – K5 Tog Knit 5 together is exactly how it sounds. It’s the act of putting 5 stitches together and knitting them as one. This allows you to condense your stitches by converting 5 stitches into 1. Instead of collecting just 1 stitch for a regular knit stitch, you will insert your needle into all 5 loops at the same time and bring them together as one. Watch how it’s done in the tutorial below. Tutorial

Arm Knit Scarf + Tutorial

February 5, 2017January 9, 2017 Michael Sellick

Arm Knit Scarf Learn to arm knit using novelty yarn such as Fizzle by Red Heart. Arm knitting is quick and easy to manage. With certain yarns, like this, you can produce great results that don’t even appear as if it is knitting. Tutorial

Let’s Knit: Purl 2 Together Through Back Loop – P2 Tog TBL + Tutorial

February 4, 2017January 16, 2017 Michael Sellick

Purl 2 Together Through Back Loop – P2 Tog TBL The act of purling 2 together is the same concept of just regular purling into the back loop. In patterns, this is known as P2 Tog TBL. TBL is short form for Through Back Loop. Instead of just grabbing one stitch from the back side, you have to grab two stitches. This step is going to cause 2 stitches to become one stitch when you are done. Follow the tutorial below to see how it’s done. Tutorial

Let’s Knit: Knit Through Back Loop – K TBL + Tutorial

February 3, 2017January 16, 2017 Michael Sellick

Knit Through Back Loop – K TBL The act of knitting through the back loop is pretty simple. This is known in abbreviations as K TBL. Short form of Knit Through Back Loop. Instead of insert the needle from the underside of the look like the regular knit stitch. You have to insert the needle head on into the stitch and keep the needle on the back side. Follow through like regular knitting from that point. Follow the demonstration below for more helpful tips. Tutorial

Arm Knitting Cowl + Tutorial

February 2, 2017January 9, 2017 Michael Sellick

Arm Knitting Cowl Learn to arm knit with this tutorial. Using thick ply yarns or multiple strand yarns, you can learn to arm knit in a matter of minutes. Instead of using needles, you use your arms like knitting needles. Use the tutorial below to show you how to arm knit. Tutorial

Let’s Knit: Seed Stitch + Tutorial

February 1, 2017January 16, 2017 Michael Sellick

Seed Stitch The seed stitch is like the garter or stockinette stitch. It’s a technical term and not a fancy stitch in knitting. It’s the act of knitting what appears to be the opposite of the row below. To keep this stitch simple, you should do an odd number in your cast on. This way, you can start every row the same way. You will start as follows: Knit 1, Purl 1…. Keep repeating to the end. Start the new row the exact same way. It’s an easy technique and…

Knit Stepping Stripes Pillow + Tutorial

January 30, 2017January 26, 2017 Jeanne Steinhilber

Knit Stepping Stripes Pillow If you love decorator pillows, then you will love the knit Stepping Stripes Pillow from Yarnspirations. This beginner project features a simple knit and purl stitch to create a lovely textured pillow. The pretty stripes will brighten up any decor. Choose from many colors available using the Bernat Maker Home Dec yarn. Tutorial

Knit Ridges Blanket Pattern + Tutorial

January 29, 2017January 26, 2017 Jeanne Steinhilber

Knit Ridges Blanket Pattern Introducing a cozy knit Ridges Blanket by Yarnspirations. This beginner knit pattern features an easy mix of knit and purl stitches to create a lovely textured project. The Bernat Maker Home Dec yarn makes this quick and simple. Plug out your needles and give this one a go. Tutorial

Knit Beachside Pillow Pattern + Tutorial

January 28, 2017January 26, 2017 Jeanne Steinhilber

Knit Beachside Pillow Take a look at this decorator knit pattern Beachside Pillow by Yarnspirations. This lovely basketweave style knit pillow makes a great accent piece to your home. Done with knit and purl stitches, it creates a nice textured look. Knitted using Bernat Maker Home Dec yarn makes this a quick and easy project, even for the beginner. Tutorial