How to Make A Simple Slip Knot: Free Tutorial

When I returned to knitting after a long break, I'd completely forgotten how to make a slip knot to enable me to cast on. I watched countless videos on Youtube, to try to master the technique again, but just couldn't manage it. I think I had some weird lack of spatial awareness, which prevented me from reproducing what was advertised as an easy peasy technique! However, I finally found a video (below) that helped my particular way of learning. As soon as I watched it, it clicked and I was immediately able to make a slip knot. I now show this to first time knitters, as I feel other techniques unnecessarily complicate things.

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Weird, Wacky, and not so Wonderful Knitwear

Is it any wonder this , male model looks a bit glum as he struts the catwalk. He looks far from happy about having to wear this strange attire. My question is, simply, 'why'? What on earth was going through the mind of the knitwear designer of this outfit? You just couldn't make it up!

Magic Loop Knitting For Absolute Beginners

Here's some great beginner step-by-step, instructions for working with Magic Loop needles, from knitting expert, Kate Gilbert. Many people find it easier than using Double Point Needles, which can in inexperienced hands be very fiddly to use.

Free Vintage Slippers Knitting Pattern

Easy Vintage Slipper Pattern We’ve certainly had our share of cold winter weather of late, so what a great excuse to spend a few hours knitting up a pair of cosy slippers for yourself, or a family member, with this super easy knitting pattern. This beginner friendly vintage slipper pattern was originally published in the 1950s, but still looks fashionable today. As it is an American pattern, I’ve converted the original yarn type and needle sizes used, into the UK equivalent. I've also altered some American terminology and added a few extra instructions where it may be unclear. Here’s how to make your Retro knitted slippers: Instructions are for Child's size, changes for Women's and Men's sizes are in brackets Wool/Yarn used: Chunky Knit Size Needles: 8mm (or size to achieve gauge below) GAUGE: 3 sts = 1 inch To begin: Cast on 25 (29-35) sts. Row 1 - wrong side - K 9 (10-12), p 1, k 5 (7-9), p 1, k 9 (10-12) sts. Row 2...

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