How to Knit Videos

Guide Note

Knitting involves creating loops or stitches out of yarn that are interlocked using knitting needles. It is very similar to crocheting, which consists of loops of yarn pulled through other loops. Knitting uses a single piece of yarn to create a finished product, such as a hat or sweater. This page collects the best online video resources that will give you an overview on knitting techniques. For more thorough instruction, you can try Mahalo's page on How to Knit.

Basic Supplies

1. Yarn
2. Knitting needles
3. Scissors
4. Tapestry needle

Tips

1. Practice with worsted weight yarn
2. First master the basic cast on, knit, and bind off techniques
3. Work off of prefabricated knitting patterns
4. Yarn gauge will determine the size of your project

1. Basic stitches: knit and purl
2. Circular needles hold large amount of stitches
3. Double pointed needles: used for socks, hats and mittens
4. Swatch: A knitted sample
5. Cast on: a method that places stitches on needle
6. Bind off: taking stitches off needle
7. Stockinette stitch: knit one row-purl one row
8. Garter stitch: knit every row
9. Increase: 2 stitches in one
10. Decrease: work 2 stitches together
11. Ribbing: combination of stitches producing a stretchy fabric