English knitting

English and Continental are the 2 most well-known knitting styles. I switched to Continental after many years of knitting English style and it did a lot to improve my speed and tension, as well as reduce strain. Could it be what you need too?

How to Knit: The Knit Stitch English Style

Making a knit stitch in continental knitting isn't any more difficult than other methods of knitting. It is often a new concept for American knitters and others who learn the English method first. Proponents of continental knitting say it's faster. In general, it does use a smaller movement of the hands and arms than English knitting does. Learn how to knit continental style by reading this blog post. #knitting #knit #knittingtutorial #howtoknit #learntoknit #knittingstyles…

We all know knitting can be an amazing soothing and relaxing activity. Knitting with the purpose of helping others can be incredibly fulfilling to the soul. It can also be a great way to contribute to or help those in need. There is no greater feeling than knowing a newborn baby, hospital patient or friend is wearing and loving every stitch that you knitted. Sometimes though, it can be hard to know where to start when you want to knit hats and scarves for the homeless, for charities, friends…

Here's a quick beginner's guide to the different knitting styles, from simple English Knitting Style, Continental Knitting Style to Portuguese Knitting and Norwegian, Russian and Shetland Style. Everything you need to know about these knitting styles to help you decide which is best suited for you and your dream knitting project. | For more free knitting tips visit learnknittingonline.com #knittingtips #knittingforbeginners #thorwingvspicking #flickingstyleknitting

Knit Chart Symbols The standard set they don't explain in a pattern. You are to know them like multiplication tables

The three-needle bind-off is a popular method of joining the live stitches of two pieces of fabric. Follow this tutorial to try it!

This interesting and effective zigzag knit pattern comes with warm bulkiness! Watch this tutorial to make the perfect zigzag knitted project.

Useful charts I have found for translating Russian knitting chart symbols into English. As I find more of these charts I will keep adding them to this post! Illustrated explanation of Russian knitting symbols. The text is in Russian but the illustrations are helpful in deciphering certain symbols! Original symbol instructions in Russian. Russian symbols with illustrations for bobbles. Other Russian knitting symbols for large decreases. Elongated stitch. Wrap stitch. Slip Stitch. Cables and…

#Englishknitting is extremely popular. Many people learn to knit in the English style. If you’re thinking about learning to knit, trying English knitting as your first #knittingstyle is a great idea. Read about the technique. #knitters