I will be adding to this page as I add more tutorials and projects.
Newbie Knitting Lessons
Introduction: Materials List
Lesson One: Slip Knot
Backwards Loop Cast On
Lesson Two: Knit Stitch
Project One: Begin Little Birdie
Lesson Three: Binding Off
Project One: Finish Little Birdie
Project Two: Easy Headband
Lesson Four: Making Pom-Poms
Project Three: Block-Work Hat
Lesson Five: Purl Stitch
Project Four: Knit and Purl Wash Clothes
Other Knitting Tutorials and Projects
Cross Stitch Tutorial and Scarf
I-Cord Tutorial and Christmas Tree Garland
Knit Gnomes
Basic Knit Doll Pattern
Knit in the Round Doll Pattern
Felted Child Purse
Checkerboard Mittens
Checkerboard Scarf
Bias Knit Scarf
Twirl and Tie Cap
Thumb-less Mittens
Gnome Hat
Felted Mitered Bowl
Knit Rope Stitch Dishcloth
Doll Sweater
Crocheting Projects
Coasters/Bean Bags
Rag Rug
Dear Michelle,
I have just completed the block hat, which is my first knitting project. Your directions were easy and my 7-year-old daughter LOVES it. Thank you for posting such clear directions.
Jeannette (from London, U.K.)
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