Welcome to Knitrition’s knitting corner! Whether you’re brand new to knitting have yearns of yarn behind out, this page is your go-to guide for diving deeper into the joy of making. Here you’ll find my favorite patterns, practical advice, and a few cozy surprises all organized to help you jump in wherever you are.
Knitting is more than a hobby—it’s a creative outlet that blends relaxation and productivity. Whether you’re picking up needles for the first time or diving into patterns with detail like the Painted Wings Shawl and Brioche Panes Blanket,, I focus on designs that are as enjoyable to knit as they are to wear or gift.
My goal is to help you find projects that spark joy and celebrate the beauty and versatility of yarn, without unnecessary complexity.
New to Knitting? Start Here.
Just getting started? These posts will walk you through the basics.
In this post I walk you through a sampler swatch. You’ll know all the basics by the time you’re done.
Learn how I became a knitter and read about all of the ups and downs. It’s a journey.
Build Your Knitting Skills
Already knitting but looking to grow? These posts help you improve your technique and make the most of your tools.
Guides for Essential Knitting Techniques
All knitting projects benefit from blocking. Here’s how to make it easy and efficient.
Make your own custom yarn and bust your stash with marling.
Level up your skills with some great knitting books.
Knitting Tips & Tricks
Tips for every knitter. Some practical, some philosophical.
Is your continental gauge too loose? Here’s how to fix it.
The Italian Tubular Bind Off is a huge upgrade for your knitting projects – here’s an easy way to remember the steps.
My Favorite Knitting Tools
Ready to upgrade your knitting needles?
7 Knitting Notions that Will Make the Ultimate Set
After your needles and notions are covered, there are some more tools that can level up your knitting experience.
Try a Knitrition Pattern
My patterns are designed with approachable construction. Most of them use only one skein per color or stash yarn.
Some patterns are free with email sign-up:
Painted Wings Shawl (free)
Scrappy Rainbow Shawl (Free)
Polka Dot Purls Beanie (free)
Others are available for purchase on Ravelry or Etsy:
Merrily Marled Beanie
Mega Merrily Marled Beanie
Endless Love Spell Ear Warmer
Favorite Books & Knitting Podcasts
Get inspired by what I’m reading or watching while I knit.
It’s true! You can read while you knit.
Knitting podcasts are my favorite thing to watch while knitting.
Who doesn’t love a great book list?
See What I’m Knitting Now
I keep a running log of my current projects, yarn obsessions, and what’s on my needles.
Learn to manage multiple WIPs without getting overwhelmed.
See my current WIPs and recent finishes.
If you can manage multiple WIPs, you can manage multiple books.
Go Back to School for Knitting
Learn how to be a knitwear designer from PIP & PIN.
Learn how to alter sweater patterns for your perfect fit from PIP & PIN.
Learn anything you want about all kinds of crafts for $2.49 for your first year (not a typo)!
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