The slipknot is frequently used in many types of fiber art, including knitting, crochet, and weaving. This knot loosens or tightens based on which side of the string you pull. Slipknots are useful because you can adjust the size of…
How to Knit Two at Once in the Round
How to knit two at once in the round Knitting one item at a time can be problematic when your gauge gets a little off. Sometimes, one piece can end up a lot bigger than the other. A great way…
How to Wind a Center-Pull Yarn Ball
How to wind a center-pull yarn ball A tutorial from Liz @PurlsAndPixels Even though there are lots of ways to wind a ball of yarn, I love to hand-wind my own center-pull balls. A center-pull yarn ball is just a…
How to Keep Track of Rows in Patterns
How to Keep Track of Rows in Patterns a knitting and crochet tip from Liz @PurlsAndPixels Sometimes knitting and crochet patterns can be hard to keep track of. There are a few ways to make sure you are counting rows…
Yarn Math
How to calculate yarn yardage using weight A tutorial from Liz @PurlsAndPixels Trying to find out how much yarn you need for a project can sometimes feel like a guessing game. Do you have enough? There is one way to…
Binding Off Mittens, Finishing Tips for Hand Knit Mittens
Binding Off Mittens A Free Knitting Lesson from Liz @PurlsAndPixels After spending hours hand knitting a pair of warm fuzzy mittens, you’ll want to be sure your final stitches are perfect. Closing the gaps left in your knitting will be…
DIY Learn to Knit Gift Set for Beginner Knitters
DIY Learn to Knit Gift Set A do-it-yourself gift idea from Liz @ PurlsAndPixels Do you have a friend or family member who often says, “I wish I knew how to knit”? Here is a quick, cost effective, and thoughtful DIY…
Seed Stitch Washcloth Free Knitting Pattern
Seed Stitch Washcloth A Free Knitting Pattern from Liz @PurlsAndPixels This easy and quick seed stitch washcloth knitting pattern lets you learn the seed stitch. Plus, using these handmade washcloths feels so much better than store bought cloths. The 100% cotton…
How to Make a Knitting Gauge Swatch
Learn how to make a knitting gauge swatch A Free Knitting Lesson from Liz @PurlsAndPixels One last, but important, thing a beginning knitter needs to know is how to make a gauge swatch. This will help you with following patterns…
Beginner Knitting Stitch Patterns
Beginner Knitting Stitch Patterns with only Knits and Purls A free knitting lesson from Liz @PurlsAndPixels Once you master knits and purls, you’ll be able to start making simple knitting stitch patterns. The garter stitch, stockinette stitch, seed stitch, and…