My name is Fariba. Knitting is my passion since I was a little kid.
- Tutorial 1 – how to cast on
The first step of knitting is casting on. Casting on means making the base row of loops that will allow us to make a knit fabric by connecting new loops in following rows. The number of loops that you need to cast on depends on the project you wanna work on and also on your yarn size. As you… Read more: Tutorial 1 – how to cast on - Stockinette stitch
The very simple fabric that is made of basic knit and purl stitches is called stockinette stitch. It means after you cast on number of stitches, you knit the first row with Knit stitch and knit the second row (return row) with Purl stitch. You repeat to do Knit stitch for all odd rows, like row… Read more: Stockinette stitch - Stitch 1- Basic Rib Stitch
Made in a multiple of 2 stitches, and 2 row repeat. Row 1) Rep (k1, p1) Row 2) Rep (p1, k1) Here is the short grid to help you with it:
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Twin Stitch Rope Stitch Knitting (2-Row Repeat) | Easy & Unique Texture
If you’re looking for a knitting stitch that looks intricate but is surprisingly simple, the Twin Stitch Rope Stitch is a perfect choice. This pattern creates a beautiful rope-like texture that forms in vertical columns and even has a crochet-like appearance. The best part? It’s made with a super easy 2-row repeat, making it ideal…
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Vintage Eyelet Lace: A Soft Mesh Stitch for Spring and Summer Knits
If you love light, airy knitting patterns with a soft vintage feel, this Vintage Eyelet Lace stitch is a beautiful one to try. It creates a delicate mesh fabric inspired by classic curtain lace, and the best part is that it is made with a simple 4-row repeat. This stitch is super easy, relaxing to…
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Easy Seamless Vest Knitting Pattern for Beginners
If you’re looking for a simple, cozy project you can finish in just a couple of days, this seamless knitted vest is a perfect choice. No shoulder seams, no complicated shaping—just a smooth, clean design that comes together beautifully. In this tutorial, you’ll learn how to knit a vest from front panels to back, including…
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This Classic Jacquard Knitting Pattern Looks Complex (But It’s Not!) | 12 Row Repeat
If you’ve ever admired Jacquard-style knitting and thought it looked too complicated to try, this pattern might surprise you. Despite its intricate appearance, this classic Jacquard knitting pattern is built on a simple structure and becomes very intuitive once you understand the repeat. In this tutorial, you’ll learn how to knit a beautiful textured fabric…
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This Vertical Zigzag Pattern Creates Stunning Texture
This vertical zigzag knitting pattern creates a bold, structured texture with a beautiful flowing movement ✨The interplay between slipped stitches and twisted stitches gives this pattern its distinctive raised zigzag columns. It’s a great choice when you want something that really stands out without being overly complicated to follow once established. Pattern Instructions Row 1:Edge,…
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Fan & Feather Stitch (Easy Lace Pattern with 1-Row Repeat)
The Fan & Feather stitch is one of those patterns that looks far more intricate than it actually is. With its flowing, wave-like texture, it creates a soft and elegant fabric—perfect for lightweight garments and accessories. What makes this stitch especially appealing is its simplicity: the entire pattern is built on a single repeating row,…
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Honeycomb Brioche Stitch in the Round (Knitting Tutorial)
The Honeycomb Brioche Stitch creates a thick, squishy, and beautifully textured fabric that looks intricate but is surprisingly easy once you understand the rhythm of the pattern. When worked in the round, the stitch forms a dense honeycomb texture that is perfect for hats, cowls, sweaters, and other cozy knit projects. In this tutorial, you’ll…
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Honeycomb Brioche Stitch (Flat) – Step-by-Step Tutorial
The Honeycomb Brioche Stitch creates a thick, squishy, beautifully textured fabric that looks intricate but is actually very rhythmic once you understand the structure. In this tutorial, I’ll show you how to knit it flat, and how to easily identify your right side and wrong side rows so you never get lost. This stitch is…
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Tic Tac Toe Knitting Pattern Tutorial | Simple & Fun Pattern for Blankets and Scarves
Hey friends, it’s Fariba from Watch Knitting!Today I’m excited to share a super cute Tic Tac Toe stitch pattern. This design creates a playful grid-like texture, perfect for accessories, scarves, cardigans, or even blankets. The pattern is worked over a multiple of 5 + 6 stitches with a 6-row repeat. For extra texture, you can…
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CRISS-CROSS WICKER STITCH – Easy 2-Row Woven Texture
Hello, friends! Fariba here. Today, I’m going to show you the CRISS-CROSS WICKER stitch. The fun part? It’s actually built from a really simple zigzag stitch. The structure is almost the same—the only trick is offsetting the knit row when you work the purl row. That simple change creates the beautiful woven, wicker-like texture. This…
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- Twin Stitch Rope Stitch Knitting (2-Row Repeat) | Easy & Unique Texture
If you’re looking for a knitting stitch that looks intricate but is surprisingly simple, the Twin Stitch Rope Stitch is a perfect choice. This pattern creates a beautiful rope-like texture that forms in vertical columns and even has a crochet-like appearance. The best part? It’s made with a super easy 2-row repeat, making it ideal… Read more: Twin Stitch Rope Stitch Knitting (2-Row Repeat) | Easy & Unique Texture - Easy Seamless Vest Knitting Pattern for Beginners
If you’re looking for a simple, cozy project you can finish in just a couple of days, this seamless knitted vest is a perfect choice. No shoulder seams, no complicated shaping—just a smooth, clean design that comes together beautifully. In this tutorial, you’ll learn how to knit a vest from front panels to back, including… Read more: Easy Seamless Vest Knitting Pattern for Beginners - Honeycomb Brioche Stitch in the Round (Knitting Tutorial)
The Honeycomb Brioche Stitch creates a thick, squishy, and beautifully textured fabric that looks intricate but is surprisingly easy once you understand the rhythm of the pattern. When worked in the round, the stitch forms a dense honeycomb texture that is perfect for hats, cowls, sweaters, and other cozy knit projects. In this tutorial, you’ll… Read more: Honeycomb Brioche Stitch in the Round (Knitting Tutorial)