It's normal to feel confused and overwhelmed at the beginning of your knitting journey. But don't worry, we've got you covered!
Here are 5 essential tips to help you get started as a beginner knitter:
1. START WITH BEGINNER FRIENDLY PATTERNS📄
It's smart to begin with simple projects and master basic stitches, such as the knit and purl stitch, before moving on to more complex patterns. Our beginner friendly Newbie patterns are perfect to start off with. Remember to choose a project that you actually want to wear. It might seem tempting to start with something simple, like a scarf, but such projects often result in lack of motivation.
2. CHOOSE YARN AND NEEDLES WISELY🧶
The type of yarn and needles you use can make a big difference in your knitting experience. We recommend that you use a soft, medium-weight yarn and needles that match the yarn weight. This will make it easier to see your stitches and prevent frustration. Pick a yarn color that inspire you, but try to avoid dark yarn as that can make it difficult to see the stitches.
3. PRACTICE CONSISTENCY🏋️♂️
Consistency is key to achieve neat stitches. Pay attention to your tension, how tight or loose your stitches are, and try to maintain a consistent tension throughout your project. Remember that practice makes progress!
4. DON'T FEAR MISTAKES👻
Embrace mistakes as learning opportunities rather than setbacks. Don't be afraid to ask for help or look at online tutorials. We got a lot of helpful videos on our YouTube-channel, so make sure to check them out. With patterns from our design tool you also get video links directly in the PDF, making it even easier to avoid mistakes and confusion.
5. STAY PATIENT AND PERSISTENT😌
Knitting takes time and requires patience. Don't get discouraged if your projects don't turn out as you imagined. We all start somewhere and learn along the way, so make sure to embrace the process!
NOW WHAT?
So, now that you've got these 5 essential tips for beginner knitters - are you ready to embark your knitting journey?
Our Newbie patterns are designed specifically for beginners with step-by-step instructions and helpful illustrations to give you a pleasant knitting experience.
Or maybe you wanna design your own knits instead? No problem. You can design you own knits in any yarn in our design tool and get the pattern in seconds.
And last but not least, don't forget to have fun!🎉