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Learn to Knit: 3 Easy Stretchy Bind-offs
Laura Chau,
Do you struggle with tight bind offs? Whether you’re knitting a toe-up sock, a top-down sweater, or a lacy shawl, a bind off that’s too tight can really get in the way of enjoying your finished project! Here are 3 easy methods to work a stretchy bind-off without sewing. More

Important update from Ysolda
Ysolda support@ysolda.com,
Ysolda shares that the business will be changing, and some of the reasons why in this personal update. More

How to wear a shawl
Ysolda Ltd,
We love knitting and wearing shawls, but it can be hard to know how to style them. Our guide by Atia of The Bright Blooms is here to help with advice and tips! More

Adding a professional finishing touch to your projects - new YouTube video
Alina,
Happy Friday! Today on my knitwear YouTube channel I am revisiting one of my older photo tutorials that stood a test of time - ever since I started using this technique, not a single of my projects has been knit without implementing this method of picking up the stitches either for the neckline or …

Learn to Knit: Gauge 101
Laura Chau,
Knowing how to check and understand your gauge is crucial for the success of your knitting project! Read our free tutorial to de-mystify gauge and help your knitting be the best it can be. More

So, You Want a 4ply Yarn for Colourwork, Huh?
Karie Westermann,
Earlier this month I was asked to compile a list of 4-ply/fingering-weight yarns available in the UK and suitable for colourwork. I asked my Twitter followers for their favourite yarns, and the resulting thread was so wonderful that I decided to share the tips with you . Designing and knitting colo…

Breezeway
noreply@blogger.com (Carissa),
Breezeway is now live on Ravelry & Payhip ! Simple stripes and a bit of intarsia, paired with varying fibers and weights in the same colorway, make this shawl a tone-on-tone textural delight that is relaxing to knit and easy to wear. SIZE Small [Large] FINISHED MEASUREMENTS Span: 86 [111] inches De…

My YouTube Knitwear Channel
Alina,
For the past several months I have been obsessed with the idea to bring my knitwear to a more dynamic and interactive digital format - the video. Being a very visual person myself, I know how much easier it is to learn any new technique or visualize the concept of the knit piece through the video r…

Learn to knit: How to knit a swatch
Laura Chau,
Learning how to knit a swatch is the best way to ensure your knitting gauge matches the pattern gauge, so that your project comes out the correct size and shape. Our free tutorial takes you step-by-step through the process of knitting a swatch. More

Off the Needles / Triple Stranded Winston
Jane Richmond,
I've finally finished my second project for the open-ended Winston knit-along that began last August. My first project was a Winston Pullover with a funnel neck modification (super easy to do — find my notes here ). For my second project I knit using 3 strands of Berroco Mercado to get the super bu…

KNIT YOUR OWN SWEATER SCARF
Chantal Miyagishima,
Is it a wrap? Is it a scarf? Does it have sleeves? Is it a “sneed’ from the Lorax. It’s all of the above! The Wrapped up in Cables Sweater Scarf is essentially a big massive lacy scarf that has cuffs/sleeves on either end. the magic though? how you wear it. You can wear this babe in multiple way…

Learn to Knit: How to Read a Knitting Chart
Laura Chau,
A knitting chart is a graphical representation of knitting or knit fabric. Even if you prefer knitting from row-by-row directions, understanding how charts work will deepen your understanding of knitting. More

Staghead Cardigan
Jared Flood,
Our month-long celebration of Norah Gaughan 's design career has been an absolute pleasure to watch. I've loved seeing all the beautiful projects that knitters have created using Norah's designs and stitch patterns, and thought I'd share one of the most beloved handknits in my own closet. A few yea…

How To Darn with Arounna Khounnoraj of Bookhou
Sarah Stanfield,
If you knit socks, then learning how to darn a sock is a vital skill! Our free tutorial by Arounna Khounnoraj of Bookhou will teach you how to darn socks, sweaters, and any other knitwear that needs it. More

Thisaway
noreply@blogger.com (Carissa),
Thisaway is now live on Ravelry , Payhip , and LoveCrafts ! This new 2-color, sock weight, triangular shawl pattern was a collaboration with Amy at West 7th Wool , using their Hunter's Sock base in Dorian and Shade Shifter. The design features 4 size options, garter stitch stripes, i-cord edging, a…