How To Knit

Wondering how to finger knit? Take a look at our simple guide to finger knitting for kids and adults and get started today.

Find out how to measure your needles and convert between UK, US and metric sizes with our guide to knitting needle sizes.

Discover everything you need to know about adding your first stitches to the needle with our how to cast on knitting guide.

Unhappy with the length of your finished sweater? Don’t despair – it’s not too late to adjust it, as Faye Perriam-Reed explains in this tutorial.

Learn new stitches and create your own knitting designs with our collection of beginner-friendly knit and purl stitch patterns.

Learn how to slip stitches to create beautiful colourwork and textural effects. Plus browse our library of slip stitch knitting patterns.

Patching and mending expert Tom of Holland shows you how to fix a small hole in your knitting using a traditional stocking darn.

Decreases reduce the number of stitches in your knitting and narrow the shape. Jim Arnall-Culliford explains six different knitting decreases you can try.

Add small details to your knitting or fix minor mistakes in colourwork by duplicate stitching using this easy-to-learn embroidery technique.

Creating flawless colourwork is easy when you know how. Follow Rosee Woodland's steps to fantastic Fair Isle, where she explains stranding, colour dominance and more.

Alternate between knits and purls to create stretchy ribbing. Learn the basics and try out some new rib stitch patterns with our guide.

Bookmark our handy yarn weight conversion chart, explore the difference between DK and aran weight yarn and choose the right needles for your yarn

Want to learn how to knit flowers? Follow along with our simple tutorial

Stocking stitch forms the basis of most knitting and is easy to make using knit and purl stitches. Follow our guide to learn how it's done…

Simple colourwork and soft pure wool make for the perfect pair of knitted mittens, and you can make them with our free pattern!

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.

Keep your new clothes looking their best with these clothing care tips and discover sustainable repairs and upcycling techniques to keep worn-out items going for even longer!

When you're knitting in the Continental style, the Norwegian purl is an interesting stitch to try. Faye Perriam-Reed explains how to do it. 

If your finished sweater is too narrow, don't worry – fixing it is easier than you think. Faye Perriam-Reed explains how.

Find your new favourite pattern with our collection of knitting stitches, including knits and purls, rib, cables, lace, and more…

Judy Becker’s cast-on technique is essential for toe-up socks. Here’s our step-by-step guide to this brilliant method that every sock knitter should know.