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Looking for some tutorials for Lookout Headband? You came to the right place. Click the links below to see the Alternating Cable Cast On, how to work Double Layer Knitting (showing off a couple of different stranding options), and Alternating Cable Bind Off. Stitch in Focus: Alternating Cable Bind Offhttps://www.instagram.com/p/DNTUvJAOGxQ(In the computer move, I’m still in search of editing software, so for now this one remains an IG reel only.)
In the computer transition, I’m still looking for a video editing software to learn and implement. In the meantime, the “how-to’s” will be posted as IG reels. Thanks for understanding. Diva Lace Kerchief specific videos Reordering Stitches Before Working Set Up Row 1https://www.instagram.com/p/DP7uPgejhf8/ Set Up Row 1, pt 1https://www.instagram.com/p/DP9phgwjltM Set Up Row 1, pt 2https://www.instagram.com/p/DP9q3ZMDkL9 (Sorry for the set up row 1 being in two parts, IG wasn’t letting me combine the videos into one) Double Layer Knitting (DLK) generic how-to videos Double Layer Knitting Technique Stockinette https://www.instagram.com/reel/DCU7iz4Stky Double Layer Knitting Technique Ribbinghttps://www.instagram.com/reel/C17-F9SJG4D/ Double Layer Knitting “how to strand”(pt 1) https://www.instagram.com/reel/Czrpxb0p2GQ/(pt 2) https://www.instagram.com/reel/Cz8_5Z_LXfc/(pt 3) https://www.instagram.com/reel/C0hqsaRJuiC/
I’m so excited to be releasing this collection with Christine Guest and Jill Wolcott Knits. The first release in our collection, Attached and Apart: First Course is now live! Color Conduit (shown above) was designed by Christine Guest and is an easy project that will teach you a few great tricks. Christine includes photo tutorials and IG reels to show you multiple ways of accomplishing the look so you can pick the method you like the best. As a shawl, Color Conduit is an excellent choice for mini skeins, advent sets, or leftover yarns. Go for a monochromatic color scheme to let the joins really shine or go bold with color to create a 70’s style wrap that’s sure to …
HOTN – I’ve just finished the last project in Sizzlin’ Stitches and am so excited to show off my FOs! Porto, designed by Jill Wolcott, knit in Ella Rae organic cottonWith Porto, I learned a new stitch! Such an exciting experience – Fisherman’s Rib is now in my collection of potentials for future designs. I was asked if Fisherman’s Rib and Brioche are the same – they create a similar fabric, but the methodology is different. Watch my quick review on the differences here. Honeycomb Breeze, designed by Orchard House Editing, crocheted in Amano Yarns organic cottonIt felt like EVERYTHING about this design was new to me. Okay not everything – I have crocheted before, but it definitely stretched …
Summer stitching calls for fun on the needles and off! Interesting butterfly and flower lace stitches compliment an unusual technique in this seamless, quick knit, stitch satisfaction pattern. Whip up a super cute Pollinator to tame your mane while you rock and roll through the hottest of summer days. Transition from summer sizzles to late evening chills, this hair sock transforms into an elegant cowl. The tech edited and test knit intermediate level pattern is fully written with the lace charted. The pattern includes how-to videos as well as a blog on customization suggestions. Available exclusively in the Sizzlin’ Stitches multi-designer eBook! Finished Measurements:Completely customizable! Sample shows 19”/ 48cm around by 9”/ 23cm long. Materials:1 skein Great Adirondack Organic Cotton …
Mock 3-Needle Bind Off Skip working a provisional cast on, undoing it, slipping the stitches to a needle with this cool trick that mocks a traditional 3-needle bind off. Bobbles Bobbling without turning your work is a great time saver and opportunity to practice knitting backwards. Check out this tutorial for how it’s done. https://www.instagram.com/p/CsFOaBgp_3N/ Note: this was filmed for another design, so follow the stitch count directions in Pollinator. The Butterfly Dip Stitch (bds) A fun use of dips to create lace with a bit of texture. Check out the tutorial here: https://www.instagram.com/reel/CgPrDtrJeRl/ Note: this was filmed for another design, so follow the Pollinator pattern for how many strands to dip down and work. Pollinator Join, the ssk* The …
This fun trick creates a seamless design of strips of knitted fabric!
Save a couple of steps and speed up your joins with this trick for joining a cast on and bind off edge.
For the I-cord Tab Cast On, check out the video here: Stitch in Focus: I-cord Tab Cast On | Knit Eco Chic (Note: this was filmed for another pattern so be sure to follow the stitch count directions in Patio Bandanna.) For the brkfyof, check out the video here: Stitch in Focus: brkfyof | Knit Eco Chic (Note: at 51 seconds in the brkfyof video, you can also see “brk” and “s1yo” demonstrated.) A quick IG WIPWednesay shows how I easily counted my repeats, another reason why I love locking stitch markers. Check it out here: Use Locking Stitch Markers For the I-cord Bind Off, check out the video here: Quick Stitch Tutorials | Knit Eco Chic – 2 st …
Fun in the sun, but not without my handknits! While constructing a “knitting patio” on our new land, my hair kept getting in the way. Enter Patio Bandanna! This fun quick brioche knit keeps the hair tamed for heavy-duty yard work and relaxing stitching, alike. If you need something to tame your mane and don’t want to live without your hand knits, cast on a Patio Bandanna today. The tech edited and test knit easy (not beginner) level pattern is fully written with a how-to blog for customization suggestions. Available exclusively in the Sizzlin’ Stitches multi-designer eBook! Sizes:XS (S, M, L, XL) Finished Measurements:12.25”/ 31.5cm (13.75”/ 34.5cm, 15”/ 38cm, 16.25”/ 41.5cm, 17.75”/ 45cm) across top, not including I-cord, by 9”/ …