https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/ Clear knitting classes, techniques, and step-by-step videos. en-us https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/lthh-co/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/lthh-co/ Perfect for 1x1 rib, this simple technique alternates a half-hitch with a standard long-tail stitch to create a flexible, professional-looking edge. Follow the video, photos, and tips below to learn your new favorite stretchy cast-on for 1x1 rib. Liat Gat Thu, 12 Feb 2026 02:54:04 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/knitting-confidence/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/knitting-confidence/ Sometimes the simple act of knowing help is available changes everything. When you imagine explaining your knitting problem to a teacher, you start framing it clearly—and often, you discover the solution yourself. Here’s how to tap into the “teacher in your head” and why it can transform both your knitting and your confidence. Liat Gat Fri, 29 Aug 2025 19:49:11 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/ice-cream/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/ice-cream/ This summer has been all about tiny shifts with big impact — weaning off melatonin, taking pajama walks as a family, and rediscovering rest in new ways. I wanted to share what we’ve been learning, what’s been helping, and the quiet joys that are showing up in the midst of it all. This isn’t a knitting post, but it’s full of rhythm, breath, and connection — and that feels close enough. Liat Gat Wed, 16 Jul 2025 03:11:33 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/jssbo-turbo/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/jssbo-turbo/ When Jeny Staiman, inventor of Jeny's Surprisingly-Stretchy Bind-Off (JSSBO), found that it was too clunky and unenjoyable for her taste, she created an updated TURBO version. Here is the exclusive, authorized video. Liat Gat Wed, 07 May 2025 21:45:55 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/liat-update/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/liat-update/ Liat Gat Sun, 11 Feb 2024 02:41:55 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/breathe-reconnect/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/breathe-reconnect/ One of the wisest things I've learned in the last 90 days is to judge your progress based on where you've been, not where you want to be. If that's how I'm going to do things, then I want to let you know that I'm doing great! Learning to look at things from a new perspective Things around here look a lot different than they did 3 months ago. When we got here, Max had never been in a carseat, and Milo couldn't stand to be in one. To go anywhere I had it sit in the back seat wedged between the Sun, 11 Feb 2024 01:28:57 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/liat-transition/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/liat-transition/ Hello Dear Reader! You might have noticed that I didn't send out a new video clip this last Wednesday. I did prepare it and it's awesome - here it is: Elizabeth Zimmermann's Favorite Invisible Increase . https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6fFfT-SBDzM The reason I didn't send it out is because I've started an important transition in my life - one that won't affect you very much as my KnitFreedom readers, but that will impact my new Wednesday video clips. The news is that I've recently come back Wed, 06 Dec 2023 22:01:08 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/reinforce-heels/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/reinforce-heels/ Stop socks from wearing out with these top 9 tricks and techniques to reinforce your hand-knit sock heels, soles, and toes. Plus how to darn socks if all else fails. Tue, 28 Nov 2023 18:46:29 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/knitwear-photos/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/knitwear-photos/ Instantly improve your knitwear photos with secrets that surprise even the pros. Here is the exact blueprint to taking beautiful knitwear photos. Thu, 09 Nov 2023 03:11:58 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/rj-jones-2/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/rj-jones-2/ RJ Jones, an avid knitter known as the Man Who Knits, reveals his ultimate hack for saving $1,000+ per sweater on cashmere, camel hair, and other luxury yarns. Fri, 03 Nov 2023 23:35:11 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/betsan-corkhill-2/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/betsan-corkhill-2/ I went on 9 TV stations across the US to share how knitting saved my life. This 90-second video by Betsan Corkhill is the best explanation I've found as to how exactly knitting rewires your brain to make you happier. Tue, 31 Oct 2023 23:40:58 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/video-clips/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/video-clips/ What do Debbie Bliss, Clara Parkes, and Elizabeth Zimmermann have in common? They’re all appearing in my new video clip series Mon, 23 Oct 2023 00:15:31 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/crochet-houseplants-2/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/crochet-houseplants-2/ Real plants can die. Crochet plants can’t! Even if you have killed a houseplant or two in your day, even if your cats chew on any living thing, or even if you just don’t get enough light in your house, you can still have beautiful houseplants decorating your home. Thu, 16 Mar 2023 00:32:37 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/max-born-backup/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/max-born-backup/ Our son Malcolm Maximiliano Garcia Gat was born at home at 1:30pm on Saturday, November 19th, 2022. Liat Gat Fri, 03 Mar 2023 22:03:13 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/fair-isle-sale/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/fair-isle-sale/ Fair-Isle knitting is one of the most classic and impressive knitting techniques to bring joy and personality to your knitting. But most knitters struggle with getting their tension right. Learn Fair-Isle knitting with perfect tension with our 24-video class. Liat Gat Sat, 24 Sep 2022 21:09:39 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/top-content/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/top-content/ Looking for our most popular free tutorials and patterns? This month, KnitFreedom students enjoyed our tutorials for combating knitting hand pain, looking up crochet hook sizes, the famous Fleegle Heel, and more. Liat Gat Tue, 20 Sep 2022 12:00:05 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/leg-ribbing-and-bind-off-2/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/leg-ribbing-and-bind-off-2/ it's time to knit the legs of your socks. This should be relatively straightforward as the leg will be a straight tube. If you would like to make knee-high socks, you can. I recommend Jeny's Surprisingly Stretchy Bind-Off (JSSBO) for your bind-off. Liat Gat Sat, 17 Sep 2022 14:33:14 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/feng-shui/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/feng-shui/ Are you currently injured and unable to knit? Or is knitting getting you through some rough times? Life's better when you share your struggles. Today I share my journey to make my house a home with the help of amazing Feng Shui consultant Moni Castaneda . Liat Gat Thu, 15 Sep 2022 17:38:02 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/moebius-sale/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/moebius-sale/ Get comfortable knitting any moebius project out there by creating a gorgeous decorative felted bowl with five petal-like twists. Master the moebius cast-on and many intermediate knitting techniques. Liat Gat Fri, 09 Sep 2022 22:19:15 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/foot-and-heel-2/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/foot-and-heel-2/ You're ready to turn the heel when you have finished your Foot and Gusset. Make sure you have the right number of stitches on your heel needle before you begin. Liat Gat Fri, 09 Sep 2022 14:33:14 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/heel-choices-2/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/heel-choices-2/ As you finish the foot and approach the heel, here are some tips: Re-work forgotten increases without taking out your work, choose the best heel for your sock, and follow our Faux-Heel-Flap video if you're knitting the faux-heel-flap sock. Liat Gat Mon, 29 Aug 2022 14:33:14 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/tips-for-your-toes-2/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/tips-for-your-toes-2/ For those of you still on the toe (which is where we are officially in the knitalong), I have gathered another handful of tips and tricks inspired by reader questions and comments. Liat Gat Mon, 29 Aug 2022 14:33:13 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/start-toe/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/start-toe/ Once you have knitted one plain round, it’s time to begin increasing for your toes. Watch the two videos explaining and demonstrating the increases for toe-up socks: “How the Toe Increases Work” and “Increasing on Your Socks.” Liat Gat Thu, 25 Aug 2022 14:33:13 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/cable-sale/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/cable-sale/ Cabling can be tricky. We teach you to cable with confidence so you can create beautiful, intricate cabled designs like a superstar. Liat Gat Tue, 23 Aug 2022 21:22:13 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/learn-jmco-for-two-at-a-time-2/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/learn-jmco-for-two-at-a-time-2/ It’s time to ACTUALLY CAST ON for your two-at-a-time, toe-up socks. Hooray! Get your yarn and needles and Go to the appropriate chapter in your Toe-Up Socks class. Watch the video there on how to cast on for toe-up socks two-at-a-time. Liat Gat Sun, 21 Aug 2022 14:33:13 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/milos-bday/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/milos-bday/ We celebrated Milo's birthday with homemade pizza, popsicles, and lots of friends. Ok it felt like a lot, there were probably only like 5 kids... This month's post is a mix of personal and KnitFreedom news :) Liat Gat Thu, 18 Aug 2022 01:12:21 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/cast-on-2/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/cast-on-2/ It’s time to learn to cast on for toe-up socks! This is the hardest part of toe-up socks, and you will feel so accomplished once you do it. If your yarn and/or needles haven’t arrived yet, you can use scrap yarn to practice this cast-on. Liat Gat Wed, 17 Aug 2022 14:33:13 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/basic-hat/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/basic-hat/ Knitting your first hat on your own can be confusing. In this class you'll learn step-by-step the easiest way to knit your first hat. This knit a beginner hat class will teach you to knit a slouchy hat with optional stripes in chunky yarn. Liat Gat Sat, 13 Aug 2022 00:38:01 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/pattern-overview/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/pattern-overview/ We're almost ready to cast on! Here's a quick checklist to make sure you're ready to continue. Liat Gat Fri, 12 Aug 2022 19:49:47 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/choose-a-size/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/choose-a-size/ Time to measure your feet! To know which size socks to make, use a tape measure and measure around the widest part (the ball) of your foot. Once you choose your size, go through the pattern and circle the numbers that apply to your size. Liat Gat Tue, 09 Aug 2022 14:33:13 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/knitters-book/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/knitters-book/ I encourage knitters to learn as much as they can about choosing their own yarns and not relying on the yarn recommended in the pattern. The best way to learn about yarn and how to substitute it is to get ahold of a copy of The Knitter's Book of Yarn by Clara Parkes. Liat Gat Sat, 06 Aug 2022 16:04:09 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/check-gauge/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/check-gauge/ Now it's time to practice Magic Loop on a swatch and check your gauge in the round. This will ensure your socks come out the right size. Liat Gat Fri, 05 Aug 2022 14:33:13 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/materials/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/materials/ Here you'll choose the right size needles and the right amount of yarn. We have partnered with Imagiknit in San Francisco to get you a 15% discount on yarn and needles for this knitalong. Liat Gat Wed, 03 Aug 2022 14:33:13 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/choosing-a-pattern/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/choosing-a-pattern/ The pattern you choose depends on if you want to do basic, beginner socks or more challenging heel-flap socks. You can use a thick yarn (worsted weight) or a thinner, sock-weight yarn (fingering-weight). A generic pattern works for those who have other needs. Liat Gat Tue, 02 Aug 2022 14:33:13 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/welcome-to-the-knitalong-2/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/welcome-to-the-knitalong-2/ Welcome to your August 2022 Toe-Up Socks Knitalong! We are going to have so much fun knitting socks together. Here's what you need to know about getting started with the knitalong. Liat Gat Mon, 01 Aug 2022 14:33:13 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/aran-socks/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/aran-socks/ A basic aran-weight sock pattern for toe-up socks, knit one– or two-at-a-time, using Magic Loop and the Fleegle heel. This is the pattern I use to teach sock-knitting to first-time sock-knitters, and they always get great results. Liat Gat Sun, 31 Jul 2022 22:12:02 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/brioche-sale/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/brioche-sale/ Learning Brioche can be overwhelming . There are strange new abbreviations to learn, and it can be hard to wrap your head around what exactly you’re doing. But Brioche is easier thank you think! Our 20-video series teaches you the four steps of learning Brioche so you can create any Brioche project with confidence. Liat Gat Mon, 25 Jul 2022 16:08:31 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/im-pregnant/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/im-pregnant/ Surprise! Carlos and I have discovered that we are pregnant and expecting a baby boy on November 21st. We also went on a whirlwind trip to London, England, to visit my sister. This July we are enjoying home life with Milo as we try to stay cool, get enough sleep, and live a semi-organized happy life with a wonderful three-year old. Liat Gat Wed, 20 Jul 2022 21:04:05 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/knitalong-august-2022/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/knitalong-august-2022/ We are starting a beginner toe-up sock knitalong in August that will get you all the support you need in knitting your first pair of socks. Get a 15% discount on yarn and needles from Imagiknit when you sign up here . Liat Gat Wed, 20 Jul 2022 00:03:57 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/cast-on-questions/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/cast-on-questions/ If you have questions about the cast-on, ask them here :) (in the comments) Liat Gat Wed, 06 Jul 2022 17:08:52 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/heel-2/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/heel-2/ If you are already at the heel, ask your questions here! (in the comments). Liat Gat Tue, 05 Jul 2022 16:36:17 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/bind-off-2/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/bind-off-2/ Even though we're not to the bind-off yet, some knitters have had questions. I recommend you try Jeny’s Surprisingly Stretchy Bind-Off (JSSBO) for your socks. Here’s a blog post that goes into detail about the bind-off. If you have questions on your bind-off, post them here in the comments. Liat Gat Tue, 05 Jul 2022 16:36:17 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/general-questions-2/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/general-questions-2/ If you have questions and you can't find a place to put them, ask them here :) (in the comments) Liat Gat Tue, 05 Jul 2022 16:33:14 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/ask-questions-ahead/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/ask-questions-ahead/ If you are one of those intrepid knitters who has worked ahead of the group, and you have questions on topics coming up (e.g. cast-on or heel turn...), I've created a special section of the knitalong for you. Liat Gat Tue, 05 Jul 2022 16:33:13 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/august-2022-toe-up-socks/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/august-2022-toe-up-socks/ Socks can be scary to knit on your own. This video class and group knitalong is the perfect way to get support while learning many fantastic new techniques and making a complete pair of toe-up socks you can be proud of. Liat Gat Tue, 05 Jul 2022 16:21:27 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/bulky-hat/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/bulky-hat/ Making your first hat can be hard to get your head around. We teach you to knit your first hat on Magic Loop so you can avoid the difficulty of double-pointed needles, forever! Liat Gat Thu, 09 Jun 2022 18:58:45 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/knit-backwards/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/knit-backwards/ If you just need to knit a few stitches and don't feel like turning your work, you can always knit backward. This will create purl stitches on the side of the work facing you. Liat Gat Wed, 11 May 2022 21:11:16 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/german-short-rows/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/german-short-rows/ No more wrap and turn! This simple method for doing short rows completely eliminates the "wrap" and the need to pick it up later and disguise it. This tutorial shows you how to substitute German short rows for directions calling for a regular wrap and turn. Liat Gat Tue, 26 Apr 2022 03:15:28 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/odyssey-shawl/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/odyssey-shawl/ Knit the beautiful Odyssey shawl with help from a one-hour instructional video from KnitFreedom and 20 gorgeous yarn combinations hand-picked by Imagiknit Yarns. Liat Gat Mon, 25 Apr 2022 21:10:28 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/ladder-back-jacquard/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/ladder-back-jacquard/ Fair-Isle knitting is notorious for being difficult on socks and motifs that leave long floats. It just doesn't stretch enough. The Ladder-Back Jacquard technique is a way of knitting your floats into a loose material on the back of your work that lets it stretch. Liat Gat Mon, 07 Mar 2022 12:02:40 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/starburst-cowl/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/starburst-cowl/ Knit the Starburst Cowl with this Noro Silk Garden kit and video combo from Imagiknit and KnitFreedom! 14 hand-picked color combinations and a 20-minute in-depth video tutorial on the Starburst stitch, plus prize giveaway. KnitFreedom members get $5 off. Liat Gat Mon, 28 Feb 2022 22:43:31 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/february-links/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/february-links/ Links and resources from our February 2022 member's Q&A call, including gauge swatches, grafting 1x1 rib with Kitchener, beginner hats, a better SSK, our upcoming Dog Sweater and Basic Hat classes, and more. Liat Gat Wed, 16 Feb 2022 19:40:38 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/portuguese-knitting/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/portuguese-knitting/ Got arthritis? Portuguese knitting is a stress-free way of knitting and purling that frees your hands from arthritis pain so you can enjoy knitting again. Video and step-by-step photo tutorials for Portuguese knitting and purling plus how to tension the yarn. Liat Gat Mon, 07 Feb 2022 20:05:25 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/fleegle-shoe/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/fleegle-shoe/ How to knit a Fleegle Heel toe-up sock using just shoe size, new child's sizes for many popular KnitFreedom patterns, and a new, easy cast-on video for KnitFreedom members: "My Grandma's Cast-On." Plus, left-handed knitters get mirror-image videos! Liat Gat Sat, 01 Jan 2022 02:25:34 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/crochet-class-giveaway/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/crochet-class-giveaway/ Our new Crochet class is here ! Get the class or KnitFreedom membership this week and qualify to win 6 fabulous crochet hooks or crochet hook sets from Furls crochet. Ends Sunday, Dec. 12, 2021. Liat Gat Tue, 07 Dec 2021 17:35:09 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/crochet-patterns/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/crochet-patterns/ To make sure you have a great place to start once you learn to crochet, here are 12 simple crochet patterns suitable for beginners that we handpicked for you to practice your crochet skills. Liat Gat Tue, 30 Nov 2021 23:35:50 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/intro-to-crochet/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/intro-to-crochet/ What is crochet all about? What is it good for? How is it different than knitting? Learn the answers to all this, plus what makes crochet such a fun craft today. Liat Gat Mon, 29 Nov 2021 22:17:09 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/november-2021/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/november-2021/ I tried Portuguese knitting over the Thanksgiving weekend and it was quite a treat. After figuring out the setup and movements I was rewarded with relaxing, effortless stitches and a sense of calm. I can't wait to make you a video class to show you how to do it! Skip to reinforcing heels . Liat Gat Sat, 27 Nov 2021 23:04:05 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/crochet-hooks/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/crochet-hooks/ Crochet hooks can be made of plastic, resin, metal, or wood. They can be incredibly high-quality or mass-produced to deliver you the lowest price. Here are our recommendations for crochet hooks for every level and budget. Liat Gat Mon, 22 Nov 2021 22:39:56 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/crochet-yarns/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/crochet-yarns/ Cotton yarns are a great choice for crochet, as they are structural, machine-washable, and great for warm weather. The following are my top recommendations for crochet yarns in a variety of weights, with links to buy. Happy shopping! Liat Gat Wed, 17 Nov 2021 18:58:55 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/hook-sizes/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/hook-sizes/ The first thing you'll need when starting to crochet is a hook. But how do you know what size hook to grab depending on the yarn you have at hand? Here is a clear chart with the information you need to visually choose a crochet hook for any weight of yarn. Liat Gat Thu, 04 Nov 2021 22:00:21 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/october-2021/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/october-2021/ This winter I'm planning on creating a Crochet class for KnitFreedom, publishing new sizes and weights for our Faux Heel Flap socks, working on a Ladder-Back Jacquard tutorial, and studying Portuguese Knitting. Liat Gat Fri, 29 Oct 2021 21:11:52 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/mind-blowing-double-knits/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/mind-blowing-double-knits/ These incredible full-sized double-knit blankets were created by amazing knitter and KnitFreedom student Deb Dav. Inspired? You can learn to double knit like a pro in our upcoming Charts Demystified video class. Liat Gat Mon, 06 Sep 2021 21:37:16 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/charts-are-fun/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/charts-are-fun/ At its best, knitting from charts is everything you'd want knitting to be: enjoyable, easy but not boring, challenging but not hard, both stimulating and relaxing. In a word, charts are FUN. So why do they seem so hard? Liat Gat Wed, 01 Sep 2021 23:26:41 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/more-than-charts/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/more-than-charts/ Our new charts class is really like 8 classes in one. Not only will you learn how to read and knit from charts, but you'll also learn the actual knitting techniques behind lace, cables, Fair-Isle, Intarsia, double knitting, and more. Liat Gat Tue, 31 Aug 2021 19:19:31 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/charts-problem/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/charts-problem/ Even though they're useful, charts can also seem confusing, scary, and overwhelming. In our upcoming Charts Demystified class, the challenges of charts will disappear into the pure joy of knitting. Liat Gat Thu, 26 Aug 2021 20:30:17 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/bike-trip/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/bike-trip/ Written directions can give knitters a headache. On a chart, every stitch is marked in symbols. If you know how to read a knitting chart, you can understand the entire project, as well as the details, in just one look. Liat Gat Fri, 20 Aug 2021 17:32:21 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/chinese-waitress/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/chinese-waitress/ Ordinary cast-ons are not reversible and don't look great with every fabric. This tutorial teaches you how to correctly do the Chinese Waitress Cast-On so you can have a go-to stretchy, reversible cast-on that looks great on garter stitch, blankets, Brioche stitch, and more. UPDATED POST Liat Gat Sat, 17 Jul 2021 15:30:02 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/hand-pain/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/hand-pain/ Doctors tell you to rest and wear a brace, but that won’t fix the root cause of your sore hands or provide instant relief. This one myofascial stretch gives instant relief, while our knitting tension video solves the problems causing your sore hands. Liat Gat Sat, 03 Jul 2021 11:13:27 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/kitchener-stitch/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/kitchener-stitch/ Most written instructions for Kitchener Stitch are too complex to follow. No more avoiding sock projects because you don't like Kitchener stitch! This tutorial will help you achieve a perfectly smooth bind-off on your sock toes and feel proud you've got the hang of a really hard technique. Liat Gat Fri, 18 Jun 2021 17:07:57 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/habitation-throw/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/habitation-throw/ The way to start this throw, and almost any lace shawl, is with the Garter-Tab cast-on. It starts the lace completely invisibly and gets your stitches set up correctly to knit the rest of the shawl. Here's a free video on the Garter Tab Cast-On so you can start any lace shawl perfectly and with confidence. Liat Gat Tue, 08 Jun 2021 13:22:49 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/read-before-knitting-stripes-by-andrea-mowry/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/read-before-knitting-stripes-by-andrea-mowry/ This lovely STRIPES! pattern suggests you use the Twisted German Cast-On as a way to start your ribbing. Here's a free video on the Twisted German Cast-On so you can start any stretchy ribbed project perfectly and with confidence. Liat Gat Tue, 01 Jun 2021 13:23:18 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/the-7-key-elements-of-knitting-to-master-in-order-to-knit-whatever-you-want/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/the-7-key-elements-of-knitting-to-master-in-order-to-knit-whatever-you-want/ Without mastery of the 7 key elements of knitting, you won't be able to take on new projects with confidence. The 7 key areas are knit and purl (and slip stitch), increases and decreases, cast-ons and bind-offs, knitting in the round, knitting with color, fixing mistakes, and lace knitting. Liat Gat Mon, 31 May 2021 18:01:44 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/we-have-a-winner/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/we-have-a-winner/ Thank you so much to everyone who entered our raffle and let us know what they are grateful for this year. I am so touched by your words. And now, it is my privilege to announce the winners of the Premium Lifetime giveaway! Liat Gat Thu, 24 Dec 2020 17:55:22 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/the-chance-of-a-lifetime/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/the-chance-of-a-lifetime/ I know how hard it is to spend money on yourself. And I was so inspired by hearing so many students say they're asking Santa for Premium Lifetime this year that I've decided to put together a giveaway. I like to think of it as a KnitFreedom scholarship program. So, I am giving away three Premium Lifetime memberships! Liat Gat Thu, 17 Dec 2020 17:30:08 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/ringing-in-the-holidays-new-christmas-bells-pattern/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/ringing-in-the-holidays-new-christmas-bells-pattern/ People are to be digging into their holiday traditions a bit earlier and with a bit more enthusiasm than usual. All of us are in need of some light and happiness to hold onto while we're surrounded with so much chaos and uncertainty. In that spirit, we have a special new pattern to share with you. It was created by the newest member of the KnitFreedom family, Delia Diaconu. Liat Gat Tue, 15 Dec 2020 16:53:17 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/christmas-bells/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/christmas-bells/ These sweet knit bells are an easy knit in the round on Magic Loop. Worked in Garter stitch, they are pure simplicity and a wonderful gift for a friend or family member this year. Liat Gat Tue, 15 Dec 2020 16:21:29 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/end-of-an-era/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/end-of-an-era/ We are no longer able to offer streaming PDFs, because the technology has become obsolete. The good news is, though, this shouldn't affect how you interact with our material too much. You will still have offline access to your video classes - forever. Liat Gat Wed, 09 Dec 2020 18:10:22 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/were-having-a-sale/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/were-having-a-sale/ We're having a Black Friday sale! Actually, it's a whole Black Friday Weekend sale, so you've got three days - Friday, November 27th through Sunday, November 29th - to take advantage of these amazing deals. Liat Gat Fri, 20 Nov 2020 21:31:17 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/care/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/care/ You’ve seen our website tagline – you know that we promise to make you a “Knitting Superstar.” But HOW? Our "secret ingredient" is "C.A.R.E." - Connection, Acceptance, Reliable source, and Encouragement, motivation, and support. Liat Gat Mon, 09 Nov 2020 19:28:17 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/how-to-successfully-finish-a-new-difficult-pattern/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/how-to-successfully-finish-a-new-difficult-pattern/ What's the best way to make sure you are actually going to be able to knit your sweater or any difficult, new pattern? Preview the pattern, use your online resources, and take it one step at a time. Liat Gat Sun, 08 Nov 2020 00:23:27 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/first-disastrous-sweater/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/first-disastrous-sweater/ My first sweater was an ill-chosen pattern knitted in a bland color. Heavy steeked seams and holes that appeared in the fabric made it worse. Here's what I learned, and some of my successful sweaters since then. Liat Gat Sat, 07 Nov 2020 00:18:44 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/sweater-colors/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/sweater-colors/ We already discussed ease and choosing the size and shape of sweater that's right for you. Now, to make sure your sweater actually turns out the size that you planned, your gauge and color must be right on target. Liat Gat Fri, 06 Nov 2020 00:19:06 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/frequently-asked-questions-2/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/frequently-asked-questions-2/ Can I knit two-at-a-time? Can I knit the slippers in only one color? Can I use circular needles instead of straight? What about my mystery yarn I have at home - will it felt? Answers to these questions and more. Liat Gat Thu, 05 Nov 2020 23:52:58 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/an-ease-y-way-to-get-your-sweater-just-right/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/an-ease-y-way-to-get-your-sweater-just-right/ A very important thing to understand about getting your sweater the right size is the concept of ease, which is how loose or tight a sweater is on you. It is a matter of preference. Liat Gat Thu, 05 Nov 2020 00:17:36 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/my-first-sweater-a-horror-story-with-a-happy-ending/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/my-first-sweater-a-horror-story-with-a-happy-ending/ Since at this point in your knitting journey you might be contemplating knitting your first sweater or "real" garment, here's a little miniseries on the lessons I learned when knitting my first sweater, and tips on how to make your experience much smoother. Liat Gat Wed, 04 Nov 2020 00:16:09 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/shop-now-felted-slippers-class-free-knitalong/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/shop-now-felted-slippers-class-free-knitalong/ Shop Now! Felted Slippers Class + FREE Knitalong. Knit an easy and adorable pair of Felted Slippers in this step-by-step video class from KnitFreedom. Join our Community Knitalong FREE when you purchase from this page, before November 18th. Liat Gat Wed, 28 Oct 2020 01:52:31 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/2020-the-year-of-the-slipper/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/2020-the-year-of-the-slipper/ I don’t know about y’all, but 2020 for me has been the year of the slipper. Now that I spend so much time at home, slippers are the perfect way to putter about the house. Liat Gat Mon, 26 Oct 2020 02:00:46 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/leftover-yarn/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/leftover-yarn/ Have some leftover yarn and a kitchen scale? Here’s a helpful guide showing how to calculate how many yards of leftover yarn you have. Liat Gat Sat, 24 Oct 2020 20:22:12 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/correction-yardage-for-felted-slippers/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/correction-yardage-for-felted-slippers/ The yardage posted in version 1.1 of our Felted Slipper pattern was calculated for only one slipper, not two! The correct yardage is: 90 (130, 180, 330, 440) yds 100% wool DK-weight yarn. Liat Gat Fri, 23 Oct 2020 16:09:33 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/clarification-you-do-not-need-to-use-signature-needles-on-our-felted-slippers-project/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/clarification-you-do-not-need-to-use-signature-needles-on-our-felted-slippers-project/ I've heard from some students that they are looking for Signature needles for the Felted Slippers project. Just to clarify, you do NOT need to use Signature needles. ANY needles, straight or circular, in US size 10 will be fine. Liat Gat Thu, 22 Oct 2020 17:26:17 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/peek-inside-the-felted-slippers-class/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/peek-inside-the-felted-slippers-class/ In response to our last post , many of you said that felted slippers sounds like a perfect project for you right at this time. Here are details about the price, knitalong start date, and what you'll need in terms of yarn. Liat Gat Wed, 21 Oct 2020 21:48:26 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/new-subscribers-come-say-hi/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/new-subscribers-come-say-hi/ Welcome to KnitFreedom! If you've just signed up, you've got wonderful things in store. Download your free patterns, get your Video Knitting Dictionary, and come introduce yourself. Liat Gat Wed, 21 Oct 2020 21:26:12 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/plus-8-more-recommended-yarns/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/plus-8-more-recommended-yarns/ 8 Liat Gat Tue, 20 Oct 2020 23:05:45 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/walkabout/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/walkabout/ Queensland Collection Walkabout is a great DK-weight yarn for using with our Felted Slippers class and pattern . Its heathered colors complement each other, and it is a breeze to work with. Felts beautifully. Liat Gat Tue, 20 Oct 2020 18:28:44 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/november-2020-felted-slippers/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/november-2020-felted-slippers/ Knit with us as we create a very easy beginner pair of felted slippers. Knit flat in Garter stitch, the slippers are seamed up and felted. Sign up here by Oct. 30, 2020 to join this FREE KAL. Liat Gat Thu, 15 Oct 2020 16:10:45 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/welcome/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/welcome/ Thank you so much for choosing to join us in knitting an adorable pair of felted slippers! This project is easy, fast, and fun. I hope you love it. To get started, access your online class and read over the Materials section. Liat Gat Thu, 15 Oct 2020 05:00:00 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/finished-slippers-post-photos/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/finished-slippers-post-photos/ Congratulations! We've come to the end of our felted slippers knitalong. Please post a photo by leaving a comment below sharing what you've learned and clicking the "Choose File" button to add your photo. Liat Gat Thu, 15 Oct 2020 05:00:00 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/what-size-to-make-what-yarn-to-order-and-a-discount-code/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/what-size-to-make-what-yarn-to-order-and-a-discount-code/ Here are more details about what size slippers to make and what yarn you'll need to order to knit your felted slippers . Ending November 30th, get a discount on yarn for this project at Imagiknit.com. Liat Gat Thu, 15 Oct 2020 05:00:00 GMT https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/felting-frenzy/ https://www.knitwithfreedom.com/felting-frenzy/ If you have ever shrunk a wool sweater by accident, you'll know that felting is as easy as throwing your wool garment in the washing machine on hot with some soap and churning away. Liat Gat Thu, 15 Oct 2020 05:00:00 GMT