What does “k1tbl” mean? When a pattern says “rep” what do I do? The Knitting Abbreviations List answers these questions and more! This list contains the most commonly used abbreviations and terms used in needle knitting patterns. This is not an exhaustive list and there may be terms on your pattern that are not included. …
What does “sc” mean? When a pattern says “rep” what do I do? The Crochet Abbreviations List answers these questions and more! This list contains the most commonly used abbreviations and terms used in crochet patterns. This is not an exhaustive list and there may be terms on your pattern that are not included. NOTE: …
Inside: Chart comparing US vs. UK crochet terms and abbreviations. Did you ever start watching a crochet video and realize the lovely instructor with British accent was getting all her stitches mixed up? Well, if you’ve ever traveled to England you realize very quickly that although we all speak English we don’t necessarily use the …
Inside: Detailed instructions with tutorial video showing how to make a gauge swatch and take accurate measurements. First, knit a gauge swatch.. We’ve all seen these instructions in patterns, but what does it mean to knit a gauge swatch? I’m going to explain in detail not only how to make a gauge swatch, but when …
Inside: Learn how to loom knit a hat from brim to crown! Includes sizing, brim options, cast on, stitch patterns and shaping the crown. See tutorial videos and links below. Loom knitting a hat is often one of the first project you learn as a beginner. When loom knitting first began to gain popularity the …
Inside: Loads of loom knit techniques, tips and formulas to help you get started and build your skill as a loom knitter. Below you will find videos and links for loom knitting techniques from GoodKnitKisses. Be sure to scroll through the entire playlist to find the right loom knit technique for you. This is not meant …
We all had to start with the basics. The Beginner Loom Knitting Playlist was designed with the beginner loom knitter in mind. It’s like your own personal loom knitting class. Let’s start off seeing this like taking a loom knitting class. We’ll cover all the basics like cast on, knit and purl stitches and bind …
Inside: Video tutorial to teach needle knitters how to knit through the back loop, k1tbl. When you see the abbreviation k1tbl, or k1 tbl, you need to knit through the back loop of the stitch. This creates a twisted knit stitch and look different than a traditional knit stitch. Instead of the smooth “V” this …
6 Quick Gift Patterns Guest Post by Mary Kathyrn of CrochetChiq Gift patterns can be quite a task to hunt down just the right ones to make for our loved ones. Mary Kathyrn Guest blogs today on some different gift patterns to think about.- By August I like to start making my Christmas gifts that …
Inside: Hat Sizes Chart with 9 common measurements to help you knit hats for preemies to adults. Whether you’re making one hat as a gift or hundreds to donate to your local NICU or homeless shelter you want to make sure your hat will fit. Use the chart below to help determine average head measurements …