A decrease stitch reduces the number of stitches and is used to shape your work or form pretty lace patterns.
A simple way of decreasing the number of stitches is shown below. This method is also referred to as “knit two together” or K2tog for short. Continue reading
1. Knitting and crochet are low cost hobbies – all you need to get started is your yarn, hook or needles.
2. Your project is fully portable. It’s lightweight and requires no electricity so you can do it anywhere….in the pub, on the train, down the beach. Continue reading
After hearing about a charity tea cosy knit for Macmillan’s, I have found my knitting needles back in my hands.
I just love the retro vibe of a knitted tea cozy and the nostalgic and dainty manner of ‘pouring your tea’. A vintage style tea cosy knit was a must!
As it is my first tea cosy I thought it would be a good idea to follow a pattern and was lucky enough to come across these 1950s pleated designs published by Patons and Bellmans.
Thank you so much to Rebecca at Home, Heart and Hook for nominating me for a Versatile Blogger Award!
I’ve only been blogging for a few weeks and its great to know that your posts are being read. Continue reading
Try out this knitted flower to accessorize your knits. It’s a great way to practice casting on, the knit stitch and casting off.
1. Cast on 31 stitches. I’ve used a double knit yarn. Continue reading
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