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Learn how to weave in continuous strand on a circle loom. This will make a nice trivet with a super bulky weight wool and 48 peg adult hat loom. This can also be used as start of a hat or bag, leaving it on the loom and continuing on by knitting on the loom. Written instructions here: https://www.goodknitkisses.com/how-to-weave-on-a-circle-loom/

Decorative bind-off, adding sets of three picots to make little crowns, with space in between them. Adds a charming edge perfect for shawls and baby items.

Decorative bind off - perfect to trim shawls, scarves baby items and more.

A lovely technique worked over three stitches that resembles a cable stitch.

Loose, elastic bind off perfect for toe up socks. Best of all, it is worked in pattern for a beautiful finished edge.

The ultimate stretchy bind-off tutorial [Comparing 10 popular methods] A comparison of ten stretchy bind-offs in knitting, how to knit them, and when to use which method. Link to the written tutorial https://nimble-needles.com/stitches/10-easy-stretchy-bind-off-methods/ Finding the right stretchy bind-off for your project can be a difficult thing. Sometimes the edge is not stretchy enough but sometimes it's also too stretchy and things flare out. This tutorial is meant as a reference guide so you can check out which method and technique suit your project and your ideas best. I'll show you how to knit each stretchy bind-off method step by step and then I'll compare it with the standard technique to see how elastic it really is. At the end of this video, there is also a section where you can see all stretchy bind-offs side by side.

Step-by-Step Guide to Knitting Toe-Up Heel-Less Socks in 8 Ply Yarn: A Fun Project to Try A few years ago I wrote a pattern for a 4 ply spiral toe up sock. I'd forgotten I'd planned to write an 8 ply. Yarn: 8ply 150gms Needles: 3.5mm needles to knit in the round. Cast on using Judy’s magic cast on.

Ready to give another favorite pair of pajama pants a waistband refresh? In the latest installment of our elastic series, we're tackling the trickiest one yet: replacing elastic in a waistband with no casing. No worries, we've got you covered with step-by-step instructions and insider tips. Don't let a saggy waistband ruin your sleep - join us to learn how to give your PJs new life.

Four Kinds of Four Strand Braids, and How to Do Them on Yourself! If you've ever wanted to know how to do a four strand braid, here is a basic braiding tutorial for four different versions! Watch this video to learn the fundamental braiding skills for the other videos on my channel, or to brush up on the skills you already have.

How to braid with just one rope!! This design could act as fancy endings to wall hangings, it could be the main pattern in a bracelet...anything really!

Learn how to crochet the ZigZag Pip Stitch! This stitch is built over 4 rows and is what I would class as a intermediate stitch pattern. It looks amazing in 2 colours or also fantastic in one solid shade. USA STITCH TERMS. Note that when doing this stitch with two colours, the odd rows are one colour and the even rows are the other colour, which means that you either have to carry across the yarn, or cut it every time you change colours, leaving lots of ends to weave in.

A video on how to knit the Zig Zag Loop stitch. + For full written instructions, please visit link: English: http://www.knittingstitchpatterns.com/2014/11/zig-zag-loop.html

+ Techniques used in this pattern: Knit: K | Purl: P | Slip stitch purlwise: SL With yarn in back: Wyib | With yarn in front: Wyif.

The Even Moss Stitch - Crochet Tutorial! (One Row Repeat!)

Learn how to knit these funky, modern, mitred squares with me. Perfect for cosy stash busting blankets, these squares are addictive once you start making them!

The Waves braid is the design that I have been teaching beginners since I started teaching ply-splitting workshops in 1999. It is from Peter Collingwood's 1998 book "The Techniques of Ply-Split Braiding", where two variations are shown in Plate 20. Peter's description of how to make the braid is on pages 77-78. The structure is single-course oblique twining (SCOT).

This video demonstrates two alternative techniques for producing the same result as a k2tog decrease. The alternatives might be easier for some knitters and their individual knitting style, or may produce a result that resolves a tension issue or issue with getting a good match with mirrored decreases.

This video demonstrates how to execute untwisted single and double decreases of all types whether stitches are mounted with the leading leg over the front of the needle (western mount) or back of the needle (eastern mount). An explanation of why stitches might be mounted one way versus the other is given, followed by how to work each type of decrease, first with stitches having a western mount (as assumed by most published patterns), and then with stitches having an eastern mount.

Allie from PotomacBeads show how to make many different clasps using wire and beads. This is a great way to personalize your jewelry making and great for an introduction into wire working. Included are: S-clasps, hook-and-eye clasps, Egyptian Spiral clasps, and toggle clasps, with and without embellishments.

Click Here for FULL PATTERN: https://www.allfreeknitting.com/video-basics/How-to-Knit-the-Little-Peacock-Stitch

Whether you have been knitting for years or just started learning, this How to Knit the Little Peacock Stitch video tutorial can help you learn this gorgeous stitch. The little peacock stitch is a simply stunning stitch that is great to work into any French-inspired patterns. Plus, the knitting video shows you exactly how to master this stitch, so this is a great tutorial for any visual learners. Try working this knitting stitch in your next knitting pattern and see how you like the look! Knitted over 12 stitches, and while the video talks about six rows, the repeat is really over four rows (the first two rows are basically set-up rows).

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.