• Knitting Abbrevations.  Reading patterns can be confusing if you don't know the codes.  You'll find a table of common knitting abbreviations here.  Many of them are clickable links which will lead you to photographs of how to do the stitch

 

  • Knitting HelpIf you need help, you don't have to wait until Thursday night to get it.  The videos on this site show you how to do all of the basic knitting techniques.

 

 

  • Lion Brand's "Learn to Knit" Page.  Learn how to tackle more advanced techniques.  There are not a lot of videos offered from this site, but the illustrations and instructions offered here are clear and easy to use.

 

  •  Knitting Pattern CentralLooking for something to knit?  There are thousands of patterns at this site and they are all FREE!  

 

 

  • Knitting with Double-Pointed Needles.  You use your 'DPN's' to knit tubes that are narrower than what you could make with a circular needle.  Socks and legwarmers are two examples of what you use double-pointed needles for.  This tutorial offers clear instructions and lots of photos on how to get started.   (photo & tutorial via The Purl Bee) 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Last updated 9/02/09

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