Hooray, it’s Knitting Season! I’m Kristen McDonnell and my website Studio Knit features easy-to-follow instructions, knit stitch patterns, quick knit projects, and fun crafty ideas everyone can make. I hope my free patterns and video tutorials inspire you!
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The Absolute Beginner Knitting Series is the best video course that teaches you how to knit today! Taught by YouTube's favorite knitting teacher Kristen of Studio Knit, you will go through a fun, easy to understand, systematic course to...
Enjoy this free collection of my favorite simple Knit Stitch Patterns with different combinations of simple knits and purl stitches. Beginning knitters can create an infinite number of textures and pattern designs by knitting with just these two basic knitting techniques. These...
This Bubble Beanie Hat knitting pattern is my new favorite fashion accessory! My Bubble Knit Stitch Pattern is really popular right now, so I thought it would be great if I designed a hat that we can all knit up...
Today's Cable Heart Stitch Pattern is an interlocking design in vertical panels that can be knitted to make up so many fun projects. I think these pretty hearts would look great as a knitted scarf. Additionally, multiple panels can create...
Today, let's make our own Faux Fur Pom-Poms! Learn how to shop, make, style, and attach these little cuties now. You can get really creative by making DIY Pom-Pom Keychains, cute accessories, and even into jewelry my dangling them as earrings....
Knit a Bunny from a Square from the easy garter knit stitch pattern! These little cuties are quick knit Easter favorites for beginning knitters. Celebrate Springtime and Easter with this adorable little bunny easily shaped from a square knit...
Easily find free project ideas when searching for Ravelry Knitting Patterns! If you're new to Ravelry, check out how to quickly find free knitting patterns and make new friends.When I'm in the mood to discover new designs, Ravelry is my go-to...
Knit + Purl Stitch Patterns
This Diagonal Chevron Zigzag Knit Stitch Pattern has a really bold graphic design. With this 12 Row Repeat Knit Stitch Pattern, an intricate pattern emerges. Since this is a reversible pattern that easily lies flat, I think it's a...
This Irish Moss Knit Stitch Pattern is just so pretty! This 4-Row Repeat Knit Stitch Pattern is a variation of the Seed Stitch, and has a really great texture... it's nice and squishy, too! American Moss is another term used for this pattern....
Today we are knitting up this Caterpillar Stitch Pattern. It is a perfect pattern for light summer knitting and it's very modern. This 12 Row Repeat Knit Stitch Pattern is perfect for dishcloths or anything you can dream up.This...
Today, we are knitting up this super simple and totally stretchy 1x1 Rib Stitch Pattern. This is perfect to knit for garments when you need a little extra give, especially on hats!SAVE PATTERN TO YOUR KNITTING PINTEREST BOARD CLOSER...
Knitted Hat Patterns
This Bubble Beanie Hat knitting pattern is my new favorite fashion accessory! My Bubble Knit Stitch Pattern is really popular right now, so I thought it would be great if I designed a hat that we can all knit up...
Today, we're going to Knit a Gilmore Girls Hat. Let's Netflix and Knit! Lorelai's Rib Stitch Knitted Cap + Pom Pom! Before I kick off my "Netflix + Knit" binge marathon session, I want to share this cozy ribbed knit...
Today's Messy Bun Hat is going to be a fun one! I've gotten lots of requests from you, so I've designed a very basic knitting pattern for this knitted beanie with room for your messy bun or ponytail. I encourage...
Gift Guides for Knitters
My Experienced Knitter Gift Guide helps you find the perfect, coveted knitting treasure for your favorite crafty friend... or mom! Shipping a thoughtful knitting gift is easy from my Studio Knit Amazon Shop. It's chock-full of my favorite ideas...
Stranded Colorwork Knit Stitches
Today we are knitting up the pretty, cozy Bubble Stitch Pattern. You can create this Bubble Knit Pattern into a wide variety of creative fashion projects like scarves, cowls, hats, and shawls. This Bubble Knit Stitch Pattern is three dimensional,...
Today we are knitting up the 2 Color Linen Stitch Pattern. Using two colors of yarn, this unique and intricate stitch pattern really pops! This pattern creates a really beautiful flat, thin piece of knitting, similar to linens! It has...
Let's knit up this really pretty vintage Daisy Stitch knitting pattern perfect for summertime. This is a 4-Row Repeat Pattern where the design really pops when you use 2 yarn colors. I love how the knit rows of daisies knit...
Knitting Technique Help
Ready to interpret knitting charts with confidence? Learn how to read a knitting chart with my easy step-by-step lesson. To keep things simple, I am demonstrating how to read knitting charts for Knit Stitch Patterns with knit and purl stitches knitted flat on...
You're going to love my super simple trick on how to remove purl dash lines when changing colors in knit stitch patterns that have a combination of both knits and purls in the same row. Have you ever...
Do you have a YO in your pattern and you need to know how to knit the Yarn Over stitch? This is an increase knitting technique used commonly to make eyelets in lace patterns. Multiple yarn overs create drop...
Knitted Scarf Patterns
I am so excited to introduce the new Caron x Pantone yarn collection to you today! Of course, Caron is a yarn brand we all know and love. Caron has just partnered with Pantone, the world-renowned authority on color. Together,...
Together, let's knit up a Harry Potter Scarf! This pattern is a great year-round scarf. You can easily make it into any other colors that you may have been sorted into at Hogwarts.
KNITTED SCARF COLORS OF THE 4 HOUSES...
