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Knitting Tips for Two-At-A-Time Socks or Mittens
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Knitting Tips for Two-At-A-Time Socks or Mittens
How to Knit a Seamless I-Cord Bind-Off in the Round
How to Knit a Seamless I-Cord Bind-Off in the Round
The I-Cord Bind-Off adds a lovely finishing edge to your knitted projects, especially shawls! But what about projects done in the round like cowls and ponchos? In this week's Technique...
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How to Avoid Rolled Edges With Your Knitting Projects
How to Avoid Rolled Edges With Your Knitting Projects
It's a problem as old as knitting itself – curling and rolled edges on stockinette or lace! Kelley decided to experiment and see what finishing edges she could use to...
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Tips for Color Work Knitting the Sugarplum Hat & DIY Pom Poms
Tips for Color Work Knitting the Sugarplum Hat & DIY Pom Poms
Kelley is continuing to whip up hats for holiday gift giving! This week she shared the Sugarplum Hat by Knitterella, a colorwork hat that's great for using up odds and ends...
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Learn To Knit - Free Knitting Video Tutorials
Learn To Knit - Free Knitting Video Tutorials
Knitting is a rewarding hobby and a great skill to master. But getting started with something new can be overwhelming. In addition to our quick-start knitting guide, if you are a...
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Learn How To Create A Stretchy Sewn Bind-Off - Free Tutorial
Learn How To Create A Stretchy Sewn Bind-Off - Free Tutorial
Today's post is about a lesser-known stretchy bind off. It's a variation on Elizabeth Zimmerman's sewn bind-off, but stretchier. This bind-off is great for toe-up socks, neckbands, and anywhere you'd...
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