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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![CHRISTMAS KNITTING PATTERNS]()
So many adorable Christmas knitting patterns and projects including wreaths, garlands, ornaments, Christmas stockings and more! Knit up these trending Christmas knitting patterns that are free!
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![DOLL CLOTHES & ACCESSORIES]()
Whip up some knit doll clothes and accessories for 18 inch dolls, 12 inch fashion dolls, and even baby dolls! The knit sweater patterns are so cute!
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![Easy Finger Knit Friendship Bracelet]()
Watch and learn how to make a finger knitted friendship bracelet. Finger knitting is a fun way to weave these bracelets!
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![HALLOWEEN KNITTING PATTERNS]()
Explore these free Halloween knitting patterns that are perfect for this fun fall holiday. Included in the patterns are knitted costumes, knitted Halloween decorations, and lots of knitted pumpkins!
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![How to do the Knitted Cast On - Two Needle Cast On]()
Learn how to do the knitted cast-on, a simple technique that sets the foundation for any knitting project. Follow our step-by-step guide or watch the video!
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![How to Knit an Easy Mug Rug Using the Linen Stitch]()
Learn how to knit a beginner-friendly linen stitch mug rug. Easy, absorbent, and beautiful texture. Perfect for knitters of all skill levels.
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![How to Knit the Linen Stitch Knitting Pattern]()
Learn how to knit the beautiful and sturdy linen stitch pattern with our easy tutorials. Perfect for beginners and experienced knitters alike!
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![How to Knit: Knitted Cable Cast-On including YouTube Tutorial]()
Learn how to do the knitted cable cast-on with this easy-to-follow tutorial. Create a sturdy and beautiful edge for your knitting projects today!
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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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![POTHOLDERS / HOT PADS]()
Work up some knitted potholders with our free knit potholder patterns. There are checkerboard, bubble, striped and so many other free knitted potholder patterns.
Trending this Week
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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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![SWEATER, VEST & TANK TOP PATTERNS]()
We have collected and curated free knit sweater patterns for people of all sizes, from babies and children to adults. Find classic pullover sweaters, cardigan knitting patterns, vests and tank tops.
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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 PATTERNS]()
Click for some awesome free knook patterns we have found on the internet including hats, scarves, washcloths, granny square and more.
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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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![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..
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![Loop Yarn Binding Off Tutorial]()
This tutorial demonstrates how to bind off your project with the new looped yarn. This looped yarn allows you to knit without needles.
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How to Knit the Stockinette Stitch
New Stuff
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This is a knitting calculator for set in sleeves.
From
French Roast Design
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When: May 16 - 17, 2020. Where: Braintree Town Hall, Warner Textile Archive, Braintree District Museum, Braintree, England, UK. More information on the webpage.
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Knit this easy hair scrunchie with a loom and this free pattern and tutorial.
From
Marching North
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Learn how to make this easy loom knitted ribbed beanie hat with this free tutorial and pattern.
From
Marching North
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Super Simple Circular Hat Calculator
From
Earth Guild
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A brief history about felt.
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Richard E. Wright
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Several calculators to aid in double rake knitting projects.
From
Rake Knitting
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When: March 6 - 14, 2020. Where: Crawl to various shops. See the webpage for more information and participating shops.
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Learn how to knit a scarf using a long loom with this free pattern and tutorial.
From
Marching North
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When: June 6 - 7, 2020. Where: Emmet County Fairgrounds, 1129 Charlevoix Ave, Petoskey, Michigan. Learn more about this fair on the website page.