Giveaway! “Embrace the Swatch” Knitting Bag and Mug

Note – feel free to comment here, but to enter the contest, you must comment ON THE VIDEO ON YOUTUBE. Thanks! Please watch the entire video for instructions on how to enter the giveaway. This contest is open to international viewers (customs charges may apply outside the US). The contest is open until March 27, […]

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Reading Your Knitting

Reading is fundamental! Recognizing knit stitches and purl stitches, and learning how to count them makes finding your place much easier. Information on things you’ll see in this video: The super big sample I’m using is knit with roving. Similar products can be found here. The size US 35/19mm needles I’m using are Chiaogoo wood […]

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Crochet for Knitters – Rugged Ripples Blanket

Get your free copy of the pattern HERE. Many thanks to Stephanie Gage of Spinning Colors for allowing us to use her pattern in this tutorial. Be sure to visit her shop, Spinning Colors, where she sells hand-crafted yarns. She also has other patterns on Ravelry. Info on things you’ll see in this video: The […]

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Crochet for Knitters – Spiked Edging

One of my favorite ways to work crochet into your knitting is with crocheted edgings. Here I show you how to work a spiked edge. Crochet instructions for the spiked edging: This edging looks best if you do it in a contrasting color. *Single crochet into 2 stitches, then make a “spike” by inserting your […]

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Crochet for Knitters – Picot Edging

One of my favorite ways to work crochet into your knitting is with crocheted edgings. Here I show you how to work a simple picot edging. Crochet instructions for the picot edging: Single crochet into 2 stitches, chain 3 (or 5). Insert your hook into the left leg of the first chain. Grab the yarn […]

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Crochet for Knitters – Scalloped Edge

One of my favorite ways to work crochet into your knitting is with crocheted edgings. Here I show you how to work a simple scalloped edge. Crochet instructions for the scalloped edge: Single crochet into 1 stitch, *skip 2 stitches, 5 double crochets into next stitch, skip next 2 stitches, single crochet into next stitch, […]

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Crochet for Knitters – Half-Double Crochet Stitch

Half-way in height between a single crochet and a double crochet stitch, we have the half-double stitch. A pretty, compact stitch that looks like it’s made of little fans. Information on things you’ll see in this video: The sweater on the mannequin is the Saroyan Scarf, designed by Liz Abinante. Free pattern and video tutorial. […]

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Crochet for Knitters – Double Chain Stitch

Looking for a quick alternative to knitting icord? This might be your answer! The entire Crochet for Knitters Series can be found here. More Crochet for Knitters videos in the weeks to come! Information on things you’ll see in this video: The sweater on the mannequin is the Saroyan Scarf, designed by Liz Abinante. Free […]

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