By Ashley Little
If you want to make jaws drop with your knitting, Fair Isle is for you. This stranded colorwork technique is a favorite of independent pattern designers, who have dreamt up some stunning traditional designs and modern takes on the classic style. Oh, and the best part? They're sharing their patterns for free!
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By Ashley Little
Did you see "ktbl" in a pattern and panic a little? Don't completely abandon your project! Ktbl is the abbreviation for "knit through the back loop," and it's so easy that even beginners can do it.
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By Ashley Little
Give your knits a little extra oomph by stitching on a Swiss darning design, like hearts, stars or monograms. If you can wield a yarn needle, you can conquer this skill and make your knits stand out.
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By Ashley Little
Not all colorwork will make you want to ball up your project and scream in frustration — promise! If you know how to slip a stitch, then you'll find slip stitch colorwork to be one of the easiest techniques you've ever tried.
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By Ashley Little
Why settle for simple socks? A duplicate stitch design on the heel gives the design a little something special.
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By Terry Matz
Been looking for a fun, versatile stitch to add to your projects? Want a pattern so easy to remember you can knit it while you watch TV? The honeycomb cable stitch is for you, and this post has absolutely everything you need to know about this trendy stitch. Read on!
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By Lisa Gutierrez
The next edition of Five Fancy Ribs is here! This time, learn five gorgeous lace edges to finish off your sweaters, socks or any other knitting projects.
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By Ashley Little
Frogging knitting hurts most knitters' hearts, but it happens to the best of us. Before you kick, scream, cry or do anything else irrational, take a few breaths and use this guide to make a plan for ripping out your knitting mistakes.
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By Ashley Little
Learn one of the most basic and painless invisible seaming techniques for sewing up two pieces of stockinette stitch.
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By Craftsy
All of the colorwork beauty, none of the stress or fuss! That's what you'll learn in Beth Whiteside's new Craftsy class all about steeking and stranding for eye-catching colorwork in the round.
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