Small Claw Cables Knitting Stitch

The Small Claw Cables Knitting Stitch has a few variations. It can be modified by adding rows for the intervals between the cables or by adding the number of stitches to make the bars or legs of the cables thinner or thicker. It is also referred to as the Horseshoe Cable Stitch or Wishbone CableContinue reading “Small Claw Cables Knitting Stitch”

Tear Drop Stitch

The Tear Drop Stitch is a lovely knitting stitch for intermediate knitters. Use it for larger projects such as throws or baby blankets where the pattern is highlighted, thus creating a beautiful texture. I have two different swatches using different size needles for this stitch. Both swatches use worsted weight yarn but changing the needleContinue reading “Tear Drop Stitch”

Trinity Stitch

The Trinity stitch (also referred to as Raspberry Stitch) creates a really lovely texture. Even the back looks clean and looks like its own design. Yarn used: Lion Brand Yarn Kitchen Cotton in Kiwi (discontinued) | Needles: US 8 (5.0mm) Takumi Knitting Needles by Clover USA Pattern: Source: The Complete Photo Guide to Knitting 2ndContinue reading “Trinity Stitch”

Seed Stitch II

The Seed Stitch II is created by alternating two rows of knit and purl stitches. The photo shows two examples of the Seed Stitch II using different yarn weights and knitting needle sizes. This knitting stitch creates a very lovely texture. It is also versatile and can bring you different looks just by switching yourContinue reading “Seed Stitch II”

Chevron Stitch Pattern

The Chevron Stitch is a very attractive knitting stitch that uses knit and purl stitches. I have seen and tried several chevron stitches but this one in particular, is my favorite. Source: The Complete Photo Guide to Knitting 2nd Edition by Margaret Hubert | Published by @QuartoCreates Skill Level: Intermediate Cast on a multiple ofContinue reading “Chevron Stitch Pattern”

The Complete Photo Guide to Knitting – A Book Review

Between knitting, meeting orders, advertising and marketing, it is easy to get lost with the humdrum of it all. I have been meaning to share with you one of my older projects. With a vast amount of resources online, starting on a new project is quite easy.  From blogs to videos to tutorials, you canContinue reading “The Complete Photo Guide to Knitting – A Book Review”

Seed Stitch Headbands

When I was starting to learn how to knit, I looked for pretty stitches with my limited capability of just knit and purl stitches.  The seed stitch immediately caught my attention.  Using just knit and purl stitches, it creates a beautiful texture regardless of the yarn weight being used. These headbands are quick to workContinue reading “Seed Stitch Headbands”