Knit & Crochet Instruction
This board is filled with information on how to knit, purl, and crochet, including how to cast on and bind off. Many posts deal with common knit errors and problems like dropped stitches, knit tension, twisted stitches, how to know in which direction to knit and how to fix holes in knitting. Specific knit stitch and crochet pattern instruction is also included. Other topics include a discussion of different knitting needle materials and sizes and different yarn types, materials, and fibers.
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Free Pattern for Crochet Thermal Stitch Potholder
No special crochet skills are needed for this Thermal Stitch Crochet Potholder pattern. It is truly just simple single crochet.The only ‘wrinkle’ is where you place your crochet hook to produce this double-thick fabric. But not to worry, I have step-by-step instructions, pictures AND a video for you! Make sure to nab the free printable pattern. https://nourishandnestle.com/crochet-potholder-pattern-using-the-thermal-stitch/
How to Bind Off
Binding off is the process of safely getting your knit project off of your needles. I use ‘safely’ because the last thing we want is for our beautiful knit project to start unraveling. This cast-off method produces an edge that is slightly elastic and very secure. This post also addresses weaving in loose ends. https://nourishandnestle.com/bind-off-your-knitting-illustrated-instructions/
Magic Loop Knit Tutorial
Ready to enhance your knitting skills? We're here to guide you through the Magic Loop technique. It's a fantastic method for small circumference projects, ensuring your stitches are neat and your finished pieces are flawless. Written instructions with images, as well as a video will walk you through the entire process. Click through to start your Magic Loop adventure today!
How to Knit the Purl Stitch
If you would like to learn to knit, this series will teach you. With the basic cast on, knit, purl and cast off you can tackle many knit projects. At the end of this series, use your newly found skills to knit a simple washcloth. This post specifically teaches how to knit the purl stitch. https://nourishandnestle.com/how-to-knit-a-purl-stitch/
How to Block Your Knitting
Once you’ve finished knitting your blanket, scarf, throw, washcloth, sweater, or other knit project, you need and want to block it. After all the work you’ve put into it, you want it to look its best. Blocking your knitting does make a big difference in how your finished project looks, making it more finished & professional-looking. And Blocking is very simple, this post gives instructions for wet, steam and spray blocking. https://nourishandnestle.com/how-to-block-knitting-projects/
How to Knit the Purl Stitch
If you would like to learn to knit, this series will teach you. With the basic cast on, knit, purl and cast off you can tackle many knit projects. At the end of this series, use your newly found skills to knit a simple washcloth. This post specifically teaches how to knit the purl stitch. https://nourishandnestle.com/how-to-knit-a-purl-stitch/
How to Bind Off Your Knit Work
Binding off is the process of safely getting your knit project off of your needles. I use ‘safely’ because the last thing we want is for our beautiful knit project to start unraveling. This cast-off method produces an edge that is slightly elastic and very secure. This post also addresses weaving in loose ends. https://nourishandnestle.com/bind-off-your-knitting-illustrated-instructions/
How to Knit the Seed Stitch
The seed stitch creates a lovely reversible fabric that doesn’t ruffle. I also like the texture that the little bumps of seed stitch add. If you can knit and purl, you can knit the seed stitch pattern. https://nourishandnestle.com/seed-stitch-knitting-pattern-for-beginners/
How to Knit the Knit Stitch
If you would like to learn to knit, this series will teach you. With the basic cast on, knit, purl and cast off you can tackle many knit projects. At the end of this series, use your newly found skills to knit a simple washcloth. This post specifically address how to knit. https://nourishandnestle.com/knit-stitch/
How to Knit in the Round With Double-Pointed Needles
Double Pointed Needles are knitting needles used to knit in the round. They are used instead of circular needles when the project has a small circumference. Typical DPN projects are baby hats, the top of adult hats, socks, gloves, and especially the fingers of gloves. While all those needles looks intimidating, it is a simple process that just takes a little practice. This post shares each step in knitting with DPNs. https://nourishandnestle.com/knit-in-the-round-with-double-pointed-needles/
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How to Prevent Tension Problems when Knitting
Tips to diagnose and prevent issues with tension in knitting. Unfortunately, you can’t go back after and correct tension issues, making it all the more important to prevent them from the get go! https://nourishandnestle.com/tension-in-knitting-too-loose-tight-or-inconsistent/
How to Join Yarn Using the Russian Join
This post shows how to join two ends of yarn using the Russian Join. This is a great method to join yarn when crocheting or knitting. Unless you are knitting a pair of mittens, a hat, washcloths, or something similar, you will most likely need to join balls or skeins of yarn. The Russian Join eliminates knots in your work and the need to weave in the ends. https://nourishandnestle.com/russian-join-joining-yarn-for-knitting/
How to Knit For Beginners
A series of posts that cover the basics of the skill, craft, and art known as knitting. Instruction for casting on, knitting, purling, casting off, blocking, seaming with the Mattress Stitch, joining yarn with the Russian Join, a discussion of yarns and needles as well as several printables are included. https://nourishandnestle.com/in-the-craft-room/how-to-knit/