Techniques

Short Rows — Shaping Knitwear Without Decreases

Short rows allow you to shape knitting by turning mid-row. Wrap & turn and German short row methods, used in heels and shoulders.

Knitting in the Round — Circular Needles, DPNs and Magic Loop

How to knit in the round using circular needles and double-pointed needles. Joining in the round, magic loop and when to use what.

I-cord — knitted tube (cord) and its uses

I-cord is a knitted tubular cord made with 3-5 stitches. How to knit it and where to use it — from ties to edges to decorative cords.

Double Knitting — Reversible Colorwork Patterns

Double knitting creates reversible fabric with two colors — each side shows the pattern in opposite colors. Technique, process, and projects.

Rib Stitch — Elastic Pattern for Edges and Cuffs

Rib stitch is the most elastic knitting pattern. Types of ribbing (1×1, 2×2), uses on edges, cowls and complete projects.

Fair Isle Knitting — Colorwork Patterns with Two Yarns

Fair Isle is a traditional knitting technique using two colors in one row. How to hold two yarns, manage floating strands, and tips for even colorwork.

Provisional Cast On — How and When to Use It

Provisional cast on allows you to later unravel the starting row and continue knitting in the opposite direction. Two methods and practical applications.

Intarsia Knitting — Colorwork for Large Color Blocks

Intarsia is a colorwork knitting technique for large color blocks and images. Learn the differences from fair isle, yarn crossing methods, and tips for clean color transitions.

Brioche Knitting — Voluminous Double-Sided Technique

Brioche knitting creates soft, voluminous, double-sided texture. Guide to basic brioche stitch, two-color brioche and suitable projects.