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How to read knitting charts for absolute beginners

Posted on June 3, 2018September 7, 2021 by Jean

https://www.studioknitsf.com/read-knitting-chart/

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How to convert grams to ounces

Posted on June 2, 2018September 7, 2021 by Jean

I’m sure this will come in handy!

https://www.calculateme.com/weight/grams/to-ounces/50

Posted in Knitting Apps, Reference ChartsLeave a comment

Non roll stockinette edge

Posted on June 2, 2018August 24, 2021 by Jean

Looks interesting. I’ll have to try this.

http://knitknitfrog.blogspot.com/2008/01/non-roll-stocking-stitch-edge.html

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Crocheted rug

Posted on May 31, 2018September 7, 2021 by Jean

If you made this rug would you let anyone walk on it?

↦ Crochet string rug Patterns Video.

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Joining yarn – Spit splicing

Posted on May 27, 2018September 7, 2021 by Jean

This works best on wool yarn. Does not work on acrylics.

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Binding off from both ends.

Posted on May 27, 2018October 8, 2021 by Jean

I have never done this and wonder what project would you use it on.

http://jolieaelder.blogspot.com/search?q=bind+off+at+both+ends

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Apply an I cord to finish an edge

Posted on May 25, 2018November 25, 2021 by Jean

Looks easy enough and give the edge a nice finish.

How to knit an applied I-cord video with written pattern instructions

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Crochet I cord

Posted on May 25, 2018September 7, 2021 by Jean

I use a knitted I cord quite often. Will have to try this crocheted one.

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Flat I-cord

Posted on May 25, 2018September 7, 2021 by Jean

This makes a nice flat cord. Good for bracelets and belts, etc. I am going to have to try it.

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Free Circular Shawl Knitting Cheat Sheet

Posted on May 22, 2018September 7, 2021 by Jean

This certainly would be helpful when you want to do your own thing and not follow someone else’s pattern.

Free Circular Shawl Knitting Cheat Sheet

Posted in Reference Charts, ShawlsLeave a comment

How to count rows in knitting

Posted on May 15, 2018August 24, 2021 by Jean

There are lots of ways to count rows when your knitting, like using a row counter or marking it on a piece of paper. This video appealed to me because I forget to move the row counter or write it on paper.

http://www.acknitwear.co.uk/blog/2018/5/9/video-keeping-track-of-your-rounds?mc_cid=0a5ee67231&mc_eid=8ef118fe0c

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What is a “Nupp” Stitch?

Posted on May 9, 2018August 24, 2021 by Jean

It is usually used in Estonian knitting. There are lots of ways to do it, but this way made the most sense to me.

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Knitting techniques

Posted on May 9, 2018September 7, 2021 by Jean

Here are several ideas if you want to add a little something to whatever your knitting.

Knitting Techniques

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Weaving ends in

Posted on May 9, 2018August 24, 2021 by Jean

We always want the ends to stay in place and here are a couple ways to do it.

Finishing Knitting Techniques: Weaving in Ends

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How to make hearts with cables

Posted on May 8, 2018September 7, 2021 by Jean

You have to scroll down some to get to the directions. I think it looks relatively easy, but I would have to pay attention to the pattern and not watch TV. However I would have to try it out to be sure.

https://www.studioknitsf.com/knit-cable-heart/

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Short Row Techniques compated

Posted on May 3, 2018August 24, 2021 by Jean
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How to soften yarn

Posted on April 29, 2018September 7, 2021 by Jean

We are always looking for ways to soften yarn. Hope this article helps you with this problem.

http://www.allfreeknitting.com/Knitting-Tutorials/How-to-Care-for-Knitted-Items-Washing-Blocking-Knitting

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How to care for knitted items

Posted on April 29, 2018November 4, 2021 by Jean

Lots of interesting information in this article. There is information on how to wash different yarn fibers, hand washing knitted garments, machine washing knitted garments, and blocking.

Posted in Articles About Knitting, Blocking, YarnLeave a comment

Yarn dying techniques you may want to try.

Posted on April 29, 2018September 10, 2021 by Jean

I’ve never dyed any yarn, but these look easy enough to do.

https://thewhoot.com/whoot-news/crafty-corner/yarn-dye-techniques?omhide=true

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Alternative to the kitchener stitch

Posted on April 24, 2018September 7, 2021 by Jean

https://www.interweave.com/article/knitting/finishing-tip-for-those-who-hate-the-kitchener-stitch/

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