Crafts - Knitting and Crochet

Knitting and Crochet

Learn the basics of knitting, including how to make a proper stitch and get started on a new project. Get knitting tips and ideas to create beautiful crafts to give to family and friends or keep for you!

How to Make a Knit Stitch

Use these instructions to learn how to make the basic stitch you need for knitting.

Working two Stitches Together

Step by step instructions on how to combine two stitches.

Increase in the Middle of Rows

What to do when your knitting pattern tells you to "increase."

Common Knitting and Crochet Abbreviations

Use this list to decipher codes used in knitting or crochet project instructions.

Knitted Baby Set

Knit this adorable baby set for your little one.

Knitting Wearables

Craft something special for yourself or someone special in your life.

Nice Knit Gifts to Make

Make these gifts for your friends or your family for the next big birthday or holiday!

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Stranding Colors

Here's the technique you need when your knitting pattern calls for a change of color.

Girl's Knitted Cardigan Sweater with Ties

Dotted details stand out brilliantly on this cream stockinette-stitch cardigan. A trio of ties finishes the dressy sweater jacket that is knit of acrylic and wool blend yarn.

Our Favorite Knitting and Crochet Sites

Crochet Fantasy Magazine Online - Free projects and more!

Crochet 'N' More - Free crochet patterns, newsletter subscription.

Socknitters - Socknitters mailing list, patterns, and much more.

The Knitting Guide - Offers an extensive list of knitting related links

The Knitting & Crochet Guild - Preserves and promotes hand-knitting

Lion Brand Yarn - Free knitting ideas, crochet and craft patterns.

Karpstyles - Large selection of crochet patterns and knitting patterns.

Knotjustknitting - Now pick up a few stiches and knit

SteffOsborne.com - Many knitting and crochet patterns

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