How to make an I cord

Wondering what an I cord is or how to make a I cord without a knitting helper? In this post I explain what is a I cord , what you can make with an I cord. I also a step by step tutorial for making an I cord using straight needles and double pointed needles (DPN's). 

Guide on how to do provisional cast on step by step

Have you wondered how to do a provisional cast on?  Can't pick up the stitches neatly? or Can't use a crochet hook to save yourself? Don't worry I can't use a crochet hook either, this way uses your hand and knitting needle to do the cast on a bit like the long tail cast on. This post will show you how to do a provisional cast on in a step by step guide.

Quick and easy tutorial on how to knit through the back loop (KTBL)

Quick and easy tutorial on how to knit through the back loop, with each step written with instructions and photos. 

Quick and easy tutorial on how to purl through the back loop (PTBL)

A quick and easy tutorial on how to knit through the back loop, with each step written with instructions and photos, also includes image descriptions as well. This tutorial is similar to our tutorial on how to knit through the back loop.

How to pass slipped stitch over (psso) in 4 easy steps

Not sure how to pass a slipped stitch over? Do you need to know how to psso for a pattern or stitch? Here is a step by step tutorial to help you learn how to pass a slipped stitch over in 4 easy steps. 

What's that stitch? - Elm Grain

Welcome to what's that stitch series, this weeks knitting stitch is elm grain.  I love how pretty this stitch looks. Learn what elm grain is, looks like, how to do elm grain, make your own elm grain square for a patchwork blanket and a few ideas of what you can make using this stitch. Grab our free printable handy elm grain stitch card with a photo of elm grain stitch on the front and on the back how to do elm grain stitch. 

What's that stitch? Diagonal rib

Welcome to what's that stitch series!  This weeks stitch is diagonal rib another knitting rib stitch but unlike the most common rib stitches it is knitted on a diagonal.  This rib is stretchy but has less give than a knit 1, purl 1 rib.   Diagonal rib uses only knit and purl stitches making it perfect for beginner knitters. I've added a freebie in this blog post for you too. :-)

What's that stitch? Pique zig zag

Welcome to what's that stitch series!  This weeks stitch is pique zig zag another knitting stitch that looks really hard to do but isn't.  I uses my two favourite stitches knit and purl, which are the most common stitches used and have a wide range of different stitch patterns using just knit and purl.  Perhaps that is why I love these two stitches so much you only need to know how to do these and you can knit such beautiful stitches that look so different from one another. 

What's that stitch? Mock Rib

Our stitch series includes a range of different stitches for different skill levels. I've had fun making new patchwork squares for my blanket - each is included with each stitch post along with handy stitch cards.  This month our stitch is mock rib, come and learn how to do this simple two row repeat.  Learn what this stitch is, how to do mock rib and get few project ideas for using this stitch.

Knitting kit essentials

If you've started knitting or been knitting for a little while and have no idea which knitting accessories you need or what to put in your knitting kit.  I have been there too, there are just so many knitting accessories and what are they all used for anyway?  I completely understand and it's why I wrote this post for you. 

What's that stitch - caterpillar stitch vertical

Welcome to this months stitch in our what's that stitch series, this month stitch is caterpillar stitch vertical! This is a simple and fun stitch to do.  Learn what caterpillar stitch vertical is, how to do caterpillar stitch vertical and a few project ideas for using this stitch.

What's that stitch? Seed stitch

Seed stitch creates raised bumps along the row.  I thought moss stitch and seed stitch were both the same just different names for the same stitch but I've since learnt that they aren't the same. Learn about this stitch, how to do seed stitch and get a few project ideas. 

What's that stitch? Andalusian stitch

Andalusian stitch is a nice easy stitch which uses only knit and purl stitches, making it perfect for beginners.  Come and learn what this stitch is, how to do andalusian stitch and get few project ideas for using this stitch.  

What's that stitch - beaded rib

Welcome to what's that stitch series! This is a pretty rib that adds a different texture to the rib. Learn what beaded rib is, how to do beaded rib and a few project ideas for using this stitch along with our handy stitch cards. 

Free pretty spring flower knitting pattern

Easy to follow steps for a free flower knitting pattern.  I thought i'd design a pretty knitted spring flower since it is nearly spring time. Yay!

What's that stitch? Ant egg stitch

Welcome to what's that stitch series! Ant egg stitch creates an interesting diagonal pattern of raised stitches.  The close up reminds me of little stars with the raised stitches forming the edges and the stocking stitch forming the inside of the star.  Learn what this stitch is, how to do ant egg stitch and get few project ideas for using this stitch.

What's that stitch? Moss stitch

After thinking seed stitch was another name for moss stitch depending which country you are from I learnt a while ago that moss stitch looks completely different,  the stitch pattern is similar though.

Guide on how to do a stretchy cast off step by step

Are you wondering how to get a stretchy cast off?  It has become my go to cast off as I cast off too tightly and this saves grabbing another needle the next size up. This cast off is also perfect for cuffs, neckbands, sock cuffs and any other time your wanting a stretchy cast off. This post will show you how to do a stretchy cast off step by step guide. 

Printable PDF calendars for 2021

 

New Calendars are now out for 2021! These are perfect for keeping track of appointments, birthdays and events. I've created a two different designs one is a scenery calendar featuring scenery around Cozy Woodland Cottage Knits.  The other one is a knitting calendar featuring different stitches from the what's that stitch series. 

What's that stitch? Bobble stitch

Bobble stitch is perfect for adding a bit of fun to any knitting project, it adds 3D texture.  In this tutorial I explain what a bobble is, how to do bobble stitch and  the different names for bobble stitch.  We've also included our free pattern for a  little bobble stitch gift bag and added our free printable handy stitch cards.