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.
Recent Videos and Tutorials
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![Crochet/Knit Tip: Don't Lose Your Place in the Pattern]()
Which row did I finish? Learn how to keep track of the row being worked on a crochet or knit pattern. This is a simple, easy quick tip.
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![Easy Yarn Ghost Halloween Garland]()
This bead and yarn ghost garland Halloween craft is a perfect one for everyone in the house. It’s kid friendly (with supervision) too!
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![Free Knitted Heart Pattern]()
Perfect Valentine's Day gifts and decorations. You'll be surprised how simple and easy this knitted heart pattern is to make.
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![How to Make 1 Right (M1R) and Make 1 Left (M1L) Knitting Increase]()
A common method of increasing stitches in knitting is the M1. Here are an excellent video and photo tutorial on how to Make 1 Right and Make 1 Left increase.
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![How to Organize and Store Yarn]()
No More Messy Yarn Stash! Yarn storage with plastic bins, egg cartons, shoe boxes, scotch tape and hair clips are a few excellent yarn storage solutions.
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![Label Your Handmade Knit and Crochet Projects]()
Finish your handmade knit and crochet creation with your signature. Simply add personalized labels to handmade items.
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![Loop Yarn Kids Scarf with Crayola Off the Hook Yarn]()
Kids can make this finger knitted scarf using this super easy loop yarn pattern. This Crayola Off the Hook Yarn scarf pattern can be made in less than two hours
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![Loop Yarn Scarf Pattern (Bernat Alize Blanket-Ez Loop Yarn)]()
Anyone can make this finger knitted scarf using this super easy loop yarn pattern. This Bernat Alize Blanket-ez scarf pattern can be made in less than two hours
Trending this Week
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![LOOM KNITTING PROJECTS]()
Free loom knitting projects with basic loom knitting patterns as well as loom knit hat patterns and beautiful patterns for loom knit blankets. You'll find patterns for scarves, pillows, and more!
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![Knook]()
Learn to Knook. Knooking is the new knitting, and you will find many videos and tutorials on knitting with a crochet hook. We also have books and free patterns!
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![LOOP YARN PROJECTS]()
Loop yarn is a popular new way to knit without knitting needles. We have a roundup of the best free loop yarn patterns and projects!
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![ANGELS - KNITTED ANGELS]()
Knit up some lovely angels with the Christmas angel patterns and the many other free knitted angel patterns available here!,
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We have a collection of knitting calculators. Find yarn calculator, knitting yardage calculator, hat calculator, substituting yarn calculator and more.
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![Loop Yarn Criss Cross Stitch Tutorial]()
Learn how to make the loop yarn criss-cross stitch with this video and photo tutorial. Loop yarn is a finger knitting yarn and you can knit without needles.
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![How to Make Yarn Pom Poms]()
How to make yarn pom-poms with a DIY pom-pom maker.
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![How to make T-shirt yarn Tutorial (T-Yarn)]()
This tutorial will show how to make t-shirt yarn. T-shirt yarn is made from cutting up old t-shirts and can be used to crochet and knit..
Free Items of the Week
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Here is a tutorial for a Tassel Tree which is an adorable DIY project with a little bohemian flair.
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Making Manzanita
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This turtleneck sweater is a timeless design is comfy and oversized for those chilly autumn or spring days.
From
Handy Little Me
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Knit up a quick & Easy toddler sweater with this free pattern.
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Nancy Hearne, Designs
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This comfy knit cardigan is a great addition to your wardrobe. Get the free pattern here.
From
Michaels
New Stuff
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This is the perfect post to help you get started with arm knitting. Step-By-Step Guide To Creating Your Own Arm-Knitting Projects And Tips To Make It Easier!
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The Design Twins
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Illustrations and instructitons on how to cast off when finished with a knit project.
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The Knitting Site
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This post by Apartment Therapy has everything you need to know about arm knitting.
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Apartment Therapy
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Yarn garland is an easy way to decorate for any occasion. Learn how to make yarn garland here.
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Bower Power
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When: June 12 - 14, 2020. Where: Blönduós, Iceland. For more information, check the website.
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As long as you can do a cast on, knit, purl, purl 2 together, slip slip knit, and bind off, you are able to make this woven-like knit pattern.
From
Craft Passion
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What is knitting in the round? Learn here.
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Home Questions Answered
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Learning how to knook is a great way for knitters to jump into crocheting and for crocheters to try their hand at something that looks more like knitting.
From
All Free Knitting
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When: November 10 -13, 2022 Where:
Pasadena Convention Center, 300 E Green Street, Pasadena, CAClick for more information.
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When: June 5 – 7, 2020. Where: UTSA Institute Of Texan Cultures | 801 E. Cesar E. Chavez Blvd., San Antonio, TX. Want more information, go to the website.