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Judy Becker shows how to do the basic Judy's Magic Cast-On, with tips and tricks to help you get started.

KFB (knit front back), YO (Yarn Over), M1BL (Make 1 Backwards Loop), M1L (Make 1 Left), M1R (Make 1 Right), M1KBSB (Make 1 knitting into the back of the stitch from the row below). Note that Make 1 Backwards Loop can easily be made too tightly.

Add a tidy I-cord border to your knitting. This is an attached i-cord border, made after the main knitting is complete.

How to knit the two-color Honeycomb stitch. It may look complicated, but the stitch pattern is actually easy enough to master. This pattern can by made using any type of yarn and needle size.

Pattern Instructions: Cast On a multiples of 8 + 6 Row 1: (Right Side): (Using color A): knit. Row 2: (Using color A): knit. Row 3: (Using color B): k2, + sl 2, k6 + sl 2, k2. Row 4: (Using color B): p2, + sl 2, p6 + sl 2, p2. Row 5: (Using color B): k2, + sl 2, k6 + sl 2, k2. Row 6: (Using color B): p2, + sl 2, p6 + sl 2, p2. Row 7: (Using color B): k2, + sl 2, k6 + sl 2, k2. Row 8: (Using color B): p2, + sl 2, p6 + sl 2, p2. Row 9: (Using color A): knit. Row 10: (Using color A): knit. Row 11: (Using color B): k6, + sl 2, k6 + Row 12: (Using color B): p6, + sl 2, p6 + Row 13: (Using color B): k6, + sl 2, k6 + Row 14: (Using color B): p6, + sl 2, p6 + Row 15: (Using color B): k6, + sl 2, k6 + Row 16: (Using color B): p6, + sl 2, p6 +

This tutorial explains a simple way to knit honeycomb brioche stitch pattern back and forth.

How to insert a lifeline on interchangeable knitting needles (like ChiaGoo) | knitting in the round Adding a lifeline while knitting in the round on circular needles just got easier if you’re using interchangeable knitting needles like ChiaoGoo. Learn how to quickly thread a lifeline into your work as you knit - quick and easy! Note: it isn't really necessary to tie a knot, if you leave enough trailing edge, it won't come undone.

This is a demonstration on how to work i-cord cast on, plus 2 alternate methods.

How to cast on knitting - 10 methods from easy to advanced [+tips, tricks & many variations] A step-by-step tutorial on how to cast on knitting stitches no matter your project. Important tips, tricks, variations, plus pros and cons.
    With this tutorial, I wanted to create a resource that compares all the major cast-on methods in knitting and puts it into perspective. How stretchy are they, how do they look, what projects can you use them, and of course how do you cast on stitches with the various methods.
    The single cast-on. The knitted cast-on. The longtail cast-on. The Italian cast-on. The provisional cast-on. The cable cast-on. The Turkish cast-on. Judy's magic cast-on. The I-cord cast-on. The picot cast-on.

Hello, lovely knitters! In this video, I demonstrate the technique of helix knitting. Helix knitting involves working several yarns in continuous spirals, which creates jogless stripes and avoids the need to carry yarn floats up several rows in between colour changes. The actual knitting part of helix knitting isn’t complicated, but keeping the yarn balls organised to avoid tangling the yarns requires a little concentration.

Brioche increases and decreases, Continental style and English style. brk: brioche knit also known as bark, knit the stitch (that was slipped in the previous row) together with its yarn over. brkyobrk: Two new stitches spring out of the center of one stitch with this increase. Work a brkyobrk as follows: brk1 (leave stitch on the needle), yo (yarn forward under needle then over needle to back), then brk1 into same stitch. 2 sts increased. brp: brioche purl also known as burp, purl the stitch (that was slipped in the previous row) together with its yarn over. brLsl dec: (2-stitch decrease that slants to the left, involving 3 sts) Slip the first stitch knit-wise, brk the following two stitches together, pass the slipped stitch over. brRsl dec: (a 2-stitch decrease that slants to the right, involving 3 sts) Slip the first stitch knit-wise, knit the next stitch, pass the slipped stitch over, place stitch on left hand needle and pass the following stitch over. Place st on right hand needle.

This is a demonstration of how to work Syncopated Brioche. This reverses the knits and purls so that the previously dominant colour goes to the back, and the previously non-dominant colour comes to the front.

How to Knit Rain Textured Stitch // Knitting in the Round and Flat Instructions I always loved two techniques in knitting - slipped stitches and the traveling cable. I decided it would be interesting to combine those two techniques in one and the is how the Rain sweater idea came to life. I called it Rain because of the visual effect created by the slip stitch columns "dropping" down the sweater fabric.

You can use this stitch for the variety of projects - even if you are making a simple stockinette stitch sweater following the pattern, you can still experiment and add this touch of texture to a sleeve cuff to make it more fun to knit and wear.

Create Flawless Colorwork with Mosaic Knitting | Tip Jar Tutorial Welcome to this Tip Jar Tutorial on Mosaic Colorwork! If you've ever struggled with getting consistent tension in your colorwork (I know I have), this is the tutorial for you! I'll tell you the where, why, and how mosaic slip-stitch colorwork is the easiest path to flawless and gorgeous projects. Trust me - it's a game-changer!

Rose Buds Knitting Pattern - Simple Lace Knitting Pattern - Two Row Knit Stitch Pattern The Rose Buds knitting stitch pattern is yet another super simple 2-row repeat stitch pattern but still quite elegant and intricate. It reminds us of the Twisted Stitch pattern because of this variegated yarn.

Rose Buds Stitch Multiple of 2 (even number of stitches). Use 1 size larger needle than what the yarn calls for. (Or more, if you wish a lacier look. Repeat from + to + Base row.- Knit Row 1.- Knit 1, +Yarn over, (knit 2 stitches together, do not take them off the left needle, yarn over and knit those 2 stitches again)+. End with a knit 1. Row 2.- Knit 1, +Purl 2 stitches together+ end with a knit 1. Repeat these 2 rows for pattern.

Lace Vertical Razor Shell Knitting Pattern. Openwork with Garter Stitch Patterns. In this video we learn to knit Lace Vertical Razor Shell Pattern. This pattern can be used for knitting accessories and summer garments. This detailed video tutorial is provided with written descriptions of the pattern.

How to knit the amazing Garter Slip Stitch (4 rows - no purling!) -English & Continental -So Woolly Today, I'm sharing how to knit a gorgeous yet easy stitch: The Garter Slip stitch. It's a four-row repeat pattern, it looks pretty on both sides, it has a lovely texture to it, and it doesn't curl!

Click here for the written instructions, pictures, and recommendations: https://sowoolly.net/how-to-knit-the-garter-slip-stitch-4-rows-and-no-purling/

How to Knit the Simple Garter Lace Stitch (English Stitch) For written instructions and photos please visit: http://newstitchaday.com/how-to-knit-the-simple-garter-lace-stitch/

This video knitting tutorial will help you learn how to knit the simple garter lace stitch. This one row pattern is completely reversible and great for blankets and market bags, among other things.

Skill: Easy

Learn a better way to create a left leaning decrease!

Two Ways to Make Double Chain (aka Chinese Waitress) Cast On Step by Step Learn two simple ways to make a beautiful stretchy cast on edge that looks the same on both sides of the fabric.

For more details about this method go to https://www.10rowsaday.com/chinese-waitress-caston

This is a step-by-step tutorial for beginner knitters about ottoman rib - a ridiculously easy textured stitch pattern that looks like ribbing on one side of the fabric, and like honeycomb stitch on the other side.

For more details about this method go to https://www.10rowsaday.com/ottoman-rib