Here you will find some free tips and tricks to help you with common knitting mistakes and pitfalls.
Be sure to check out my Blog too for additional written explanations on all things confusing to a Beginner Knitter!
These tips and tricks are a good representative of the layout and tone of my Beginner Knitting Courses
Free Knitting Tips & Tricks
Free Knitting Tutorial no. 1
How to Undo a Knit stitch
A free and helpful video tutorial on how to Undo a Knit stitch in your knitting.
Free Knitting Tutorial no. 2
How to Undo a Purl stitch
A free and handy video tutorial on how to undo a purl stitch in your knitting.
Free Knitting Tutorial no. 3
How to Rescue a Dropped Knit stitch
You’ve spotted a knit stitch that dropped off your needles and is many rows down your knitting, this helpful video tutorial will walk you through how to handle, rescue and recover it with ease.
Free Knitting Tutorial no. 4
How to Rescue a Dropped Purl stitch
Dropped a purl stitch half way down your knitting? No need to panic, this free video tutorial will walk you through how to rescue and recover it easily. Allowing you to get back to enjoying your knitting.
Free Knitting Tutorial no. 5
A Guide to Different Knitting Yarn Weights + Their Uses
A handy demonstration of all the different knitting yarn types, the knitting needle sizes they use and the knitting projects they are used for. Watch this to make yarn shopping a lot less overwhelming!
Free Knitting Tutorial no. 6
How to Shop for Knitting Yarn
Yarn stores and shopping for knitting yarn can be confusing and overwhelming for Beginner Knitters. Here I share a handy video guide on what to look for and how to interact with knitting yarn to determine if it is right for you and your knitting projects.
Free Knitting Tutorial no. 7
What are Stitch Markers and How to Use Them
Many knitting patterns will mention using Stitch Markers. For something so simple they can feel confusing to use until you are used to them. This very simple tutorial shows you how and why you use Stitch Markers and how helpful they can be no matter the knitting pattern or project you are making.
Free Knitting Tutorial no. 8
Understanding Tension and How to Swatch
Understanding how to swatch and check tension when prepping to start a knitting pattern can be essential in ensuring the success of your knitting project.
With this step by step guide I explain the importance of tension and show you how to measure your swatches, understand the results and crucially how to approach changing the gauge to match your knitting pattern's requirements.
Free Knitting Tutorial no. 9
Finishing Your Knitting: How to Weave in Yarn Ends
Finishing your knitting includes weaving in your yarn ends safely and securely. With this short step by step tutorial, I show you how to do that easily and with confidence.
Free Knitting Tutorial no. 10
The Kitchener Stitch Technique: How to Graft Stitches Together
A step by step Kitchener stitch demonstration. The perfect stitch for finishing your toe on a cuff down sock or for any two pieces of knitting with live stitches to seam. I walk you through this hugely helpful finishing knitting technique at an easy to follow pace.
Free Knitting Tutorial no. 11
5 Popular Cast On Methods
Different knitting cast on methods result in different aesthetics or qualities. This step by step video tutorial demonstrates 5 common cast on methods:
The English Cast On,
The Cable Cast On,
The Long Tail Cast On,
The Backward Loop Cast On
The Crochet/Provisional Cast On
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Knit-A-Long Projects
Step by step knit-a-long tutorials helping you knit a wearable and/or giftable item of your choice. Perfect when you want the extra support of a knitting teacher as you knit your first Chunky Headband, Beanie Hat or pair of Socks.
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Personal Project Sessions
Stuck on a pattern that’s left you confused or overwhelmed? Book a LIVE, online session and I’ll guide you step-by-step through the parts that are tripping you up and demonstrate any and all new techniques clearly and calmly. Use the session recording as a resource to help you knit your project with ease.
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