Knitting

How to work the Italian cast-off method
This cast-off gives a neat, stretchy edge for your sweater neckbands and toe-up sock cuffs. Here’s our step-by-step guide to this essential technique

Knit a pretty corsage with our free pattern!
Create this floral brooch using Kirstie McLeod’s easy-to-follow knitting pattern

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How To Knit

Beginner's guide to lace knitting
Learn how to knit lace with this easy-to-follow guide, and put your new skills into practice with our collection of beautiful lace stitch patterns.

Finished knit doesn't fit? Here's how to make a sweater bigger
If your finished sweater is too narrow, don't worry – fixing it is easier than you think. Faye Perriam-Reed explains how.

Make reversible fabric with double knitting
Create warm, bouncy and completely reversible fabric by using the double knitting method. Jen Arnall-Culliford shows you how it’s done.
Knitting Patterns

Get festive with our kids' Christmas jumper knitting patterns
Embrace the Christmas spirit with these kids' knits by Ruth Maddock, featuring a colourful tree and jolly snowman.

Make an adorable pal with our polar bear knitting pattern
Louise Walker’s cuddly polar bear knitting pattern will add serious cuteness to a kid’s room.

Hats for the homeless | Knit our free cable hat knitting patterns for charity
We've got two free cable hat knitting pattern here for you, perfect for when the weather gets colder!
