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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 scarf. Multiple panels can create a blanket...
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 knit in the garter stitch! 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 in the...
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 noticed...
Knit + Purl Stitch Patterns
This yummy Waffle Stitch Pattern, with its series of knits and purls, resembles one of our favorite breakfast treats! You are sure to love this easily memorable, all-around stitch for your fashion and home decor knitting projects. This 4-Row Repeat Knit...
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....
This vintage Garter Checkerboard pattern is a combination of garter and stockinette stitch patterns, blocked together. This 14 Row Repeat Knit Stitch Pattern looks really intricate to knit, but it's actually quite simple. With just a pattern of knit and...
This vintage Andalusian Knit Stitch Pattern is a sweet little update of the Stockinette Stitch. In this 4-Row Repeat Knit Stitch Pattern, we simply knit and purl on one of the rows, creating a little bit of texture and visual...
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! I am about to go "Netflix + Knit", my little binge marathon session. Before I do, I wanted to...
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...
Together, let's knit up this really pretty vintage Daisy Stitch knitting pattern perfect for summertime. I love how the knit rows of daisies knit up with a bit of thickness. The alternating rows of daisy flowers are just so cute...
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 noticed...
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...
