Author Archives: Jennifer Sprunger


Short Rows: Knitting Holey Short Rows by Jean Clement

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Working these short rows leaves stitches unwrapped to create an unexpected design element. No, we’re not talking about divine short rows, although it may seem as if the shaping opportunities they provide are divine. This usually brings to mind the … Continue reading

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Home Decor Knitting Pattern: Heirloom Table Mat, design by Jean Clement

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The Heirloom Table Mat is a home decor knitting pattern that uses hemp yarn, which only gets better with age. This natural plant fiber is known for its durability and color retention, making it an excellent choice for another home … Continue reading

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Fair Isle Knitting: An Introduction to Stranded Colorwork Knitting, by Lisa Ellis

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“What is Fair Isle knitting?” It’s a question I’m asked often as a knitting instructor. With fancy names like “Jacquard” and “Fair Isle” and not-so-fancy names like “Stranded knitting,” it’s no wonder the question comes up all the time. Not … Continue reading

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Knitting Chart: How Do I Read Cable or Lace Symbols From a Chart?

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If knitting chart reading is a mystery to you, or if you are just not sure about how to follow charts, read on. They will make your life easier! Charts are used to provide a visual image of the design … Continue reading

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Knitting Charts: Where Do I Start Knitting When I follow a Chart? by Kathy Wesley

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A knitting chart provides a wonderful visual of the appearance of the finished design. The daisy pattern on the chart below is a combination of the two basic knitting stitches: the knit stitch and the purl stitch. The knit side of … Continue reading

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Cables & Lace Dishcloth Knitting Pattern, designed by Kathy Wesley

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A dishcloth knitting pattern is a good way to practice some new-to-you stitches and techniques. This dishcloth project incorporates cables and lace into its design, giving you the chance to try your hand at both. So what are you waiting for? … Continue reading

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Daisy Knit Washcloth Pattern Using the Embossed Technique

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This knit washcloth pattern uses the embossed knitting technique. Try it out for yourself and make a knit washcloth or a whole garden of knit washcloths featuring daisy designs. When your project is complete, you’ll see the unmistakable image of a daisy … Continue reading

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The Pick-Up Game: How to Pick up Stitches in Knitting by Kathleen Power Johnson

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There is little more frustrating and confusing to the novice knitter than the notion of picking up stitches. Even more experienced knitters confess to feeling less confident about picking up stitches than other finishing skills. What do you pick up? … Continue reading

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Cast On Options — Knitted-On & Picots By Beth Whiteside

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Cast on to create the foundation stitches of knitting. Most knitters start each project the same way they were taught when they learned to knit. But there is a whole world of other options out there to explore. Becoming familiar … Continue reading

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Get the Lowdown on Knitting Short Rows by Beth Whiteside

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Short rows let us knit sock heels that fit our heels, work shoulders without the ugly stepped bind offs, or put darts right where we need them. What exactly is a short row? Not a row with less height than … Continue reading

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