With the Duplicate Stitch technique, you can make matching stitches over the knit stitch. It is also a great way to…
Basic Knitting Tutorials
Our FREE Basic Knitting Tutorials category includes a number of tutorials we feel you should have in your basic knitting arsenal.
Need a refresher on basic knitting essentials? This is the perfect category for you to visit.
Forgotten how to do the Slingshot position? This is where you will find the tutorial for that.
Furthermore, it is the perfect category to visit if you need a reminder on how to do the Mattress stitch.
In addition, you will also find tutorials on the Knit and Purl stitches. In fact, we have included tutorials for both the English and Continental Styles.
All the tutorials have step-by-step guides with corresponding images. This makes it really easy to follow along while trying out the techniques.
This is a category that you will probably return to again and again as you build your knitting knowledge.
TFL and TBL: Knit Through Front and Back Loops [FREE Knitting Tutorial]
The TFL and TBL are two of the most common abbreviations that you’ll see on knitting patterns. They are typically used in…
Learn How to Correct Twisted Purl Stitches [FREE Knitting Tutorial]
Learn How to Correct Twisted Purl Stitches
Learn How to Correct Twisted Knit Stitches [FREE Knitting Tutorial]
Learn how to correct twisted knit stitches in this step-by-step tutorial
How to Pick Up a Dropped Purl Stitch: Step-by-Step Tutorial
Discovering a dropped stitch in your project can be frightening. Luckily, it is usually very easy to fix any purl stitches that you may…
How to Pick Up a Dropped Knit Stitch: Step-by-Step Tutorial
It can be a bit frightening if you dropped a knit stitch. Your whole work could unravel before your eyes. However, picking it up is…
Russian Join: 10 Steps to Joining Yarn Seamlessly [FREE Knitting Tutorial]
Need to join a new ball of yarn or like to change colors but are not too fond of weaving in yarn ends? the Russian Join is your best…
Learn How to Make Pom Poms Out of Yarn [FREE Tutorial]
Pom-poms are a common feature of a lot of knitting projects, therefore, learning how to make pom poms out of yarn is an…
How to Make a Tassel Out of Yarn [FREE Tutorial]
Tassels are an excellent way to add finishing touch to your knitting project. This tutorial will show you how to make a tassel and…
Learn How to Join Yarns When Knitting [FREE Knitting Tutorial]
This step-by-step tutorial teaches you how to join yarns at the end of a knitted row…
Joining Yarns: Middle of a Knitting Project [FREE Knitting Tutorial]
Not able to join yarns at the end of a row? In this tutorial you will learn about joining yarns in the middle of a row or when knitting in…
Learn How to Weave in Yarn Ends [FREE Knitting Tutorial]
Weaving in yarn ends can be a chore for knitters. This step-by-step tutorial shows you how to correctly weave in yarn ends for…
Slipping Stitches Knitwise or Purlwise [FREE Knitting Tutorial]
How should you be slipping stitches: knitwise or purlwise? Our step-by-step tutorial shows you how and…
Learn How to Do A Mattress Stitch [FREE Knitting Tutorial]
The Mattress Stitch is probably the most versatile seam you can use in knitting. It creates a strong seam that is invisible. This step-by- …
Learn How to Do a Purl Stitch English Style [FREE Knitting Tutorial]
In this tutorial, you will learn about the Purl Stitch English Style. This style have many variations but…
Learn The Purl Stitch Continental Style [FREE Knitting Tutorial]
As you become a more proficient knitter, you will discover many variations of Purl Stitch Continental Style. In this tutorial…
Learn How to Do a Knit Stitch English Style [FREE Knitting Tutorial]
Looking to learn the Knit Stitch English Style? Try out this comprehensive and fully illustrated step-by-step tutorial…
Learn The Knit Stitch Continental Style [FREE Knitting Tutorial]
This step-by-step tutorial takes you through everything you need to know about the Knit Stitch Continental style and…
Learn How To Do The Slingshot Position [FREE Knitting Tutorial]
In this knitting tutorial, you will discover why the Slingshot Position should be part of your basic skill set. It usually is used…
Making a Slip Knot [FREE Knitting Tutorial]
In this tutorial, we will teach you our favorite method on making a slip knot. This is the foundation of many cast-on techniques…