Knitting Department
Knitting isn’t just for your grandmother any more! Our Knitting department offers you stitches, patterns, techniques and free projects for apparel to home decorating. We’ll give you information about knitting basics, as well as video and written tutorials and lessons to help you learn this lovely craft or enhance your skills if you’re not a beginner.
To help, we’ve provided some handy guides and charts for conversion, yardage estimates, knitting terms and abbreviations. You also can find information about spool knitting, a unique form of this handicraft.
Visit our online shopping store to load up on yarn, spools, needles and other knitting supplies.
Looking for Crochet? Check out our Crochet Department.
New Tutorials and Pages
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![BOOKMARK KNITTING PATTERNS]()
Choose from this collection of over 30 knitted bookmarks that range in difficulty from beginner to advanced. There is something for everyone!
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![COASTERS]()
Looking for free knit coaster patterns to add a cozy, handmade touch to the home or to give as gifts? Here are more than 40 designs to choose from!
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![Farmhouse Inspired Knitted Mug Rug Pattern]()
Get the free pattern for a charming farmhouse-style knitted mug rug. Add a rustic touch to your home decor with this quick and functional project!
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![How to Keep Yarn Balls from Unraveling or Tangling in Storage]()
Learn how to keep your yarn balls neat and tangle-free with our simple trick! Watch our video or follow our step-by-step photo tutorial to see how.
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![How to make a Perfect Pom Pom with a Clover Pom-Pom Maker]()
This tutorial will demonstrate how to use Clover Pom-pom makers to make perfect pom poms.
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![How to make an Easy Pom-pom Christmas Tree Wreath]()
Use pom poms and some of your yarn stash to make this fun tree wreath for the holidays.
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![How to Make DIY Beaded Friendship Bracelets]()
Add colorful beads to a finger knitted friendship bracelet to add charm and whimsy These make special gifts for friends and family..
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![How to Thread an Embroidery Needle (So EASY trick!)]()
This quick tip will have your tapestry needles threaded quickly and easily with a simple piece of paper!
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![MUG RUG KNITTING PATTERNS]()
Enjoy the many free knitted mug rug patterns and projects to give as gifts or to add a cozy touch to your home decor.
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![RUGS - KNITTED RUG PATTERNS]()
So many free knitted rug patterns on this page! With these rug patterns it is possible to get a totally custom look. These make great wedding or housewarming gifts.
Free Items of the Week
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Make an adorable DIY pumpkin wreath using supplies from Dollar Tree and a ball of loop yarn!
From
It's Always Autumn
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This beginner-friendly snowman pattern is knit on straight needles - body and head one piece, with the hat, scarf and twig arms knit separately.
From
Gina Michele
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For adorable fall decor, why not knit some little pumpkins with this free tutorial? Pumpkin pattern available in three sizes.
From
Handknit Hugs
New Stuff
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This video demonstrates how to bind off work with your knook.
From
Leisure Arts Inc.
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Knit this cute sweater for your cat!
From
A Flood of Stitches
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This fall wreath is arm knitted! Make one today!
From
The Country Chic Cottage
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Stitch up this perfect Halloween accessory for book lovers with this free pattern.
From
Craft Bits
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Free pattern to knit three sizes of pumpkins. Knit flat or in the round.
From
Christaco Design
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Instructions for the Horseshoe Lace Stitch.
From
Simple Knitting
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Get either a knit or crochet pumpkin pattern!
From
Julie Measures
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Make these cute monster popsicle holders with this free knitting pattern.
From
Blackstone Designs
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This is a free pattern for a knit dishcloth with a fun skull design for Halloween.
From
Creative Green Living
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Knit up this cat washcloth with this free pattern!
From
Craft Bits