Any time you begin a new craft hobby, you have to learn a whole new vocabulary. Knitting instructions are no exception. If you’re a beginning knitter, you may not understand all of the abbreviations and terms used in your baby knitting pattern instructions. Here are some common sections you will find in an average baby knitting pattern. (more…)

With every kind of craft, there are new terms to learn. In knitting, we talk about stitches as well as the different ways they can be combined into stitch patterns. Here is some general information about the different types of knitting stitches you may see in your baby knitting pattern. (more…)

You’ve signed up for your first beginner knitting class and now you’re at the craft store picking up your supplies. No doubt you are overwhelmed by all of the different types of knitting needles that are available. How in the world do you know which ones you should or shouldn’t get? (more…)

It’s always exciting to see children take up knitting. Personally, I learned to knit when I was an eight-year-old Brownie scout and have enjoyed this hobby ever since. If your young knitter wants to make something for her baby sibling or cousin, here are some free baby knit pattern ideas. (more…)