Hot Knitting & Crochet How-Tos
How To: Knit a ribbed checkerboard stitch with one color
An up close demonstration of how to knit a
How To: Sew a button onto a knit hat
An easy, up close demonstration of how to sew a button on a knitted baby hat so the button won't come off by Judy Graham. Learn how to knit from these simple and clear instructions.
How To: Cast on a knitting needle for beginning knitters
An easy, up close how-to demonstration of two needle casting on for knitting by Judy Graham,. Learn how to do the basics of knitting from these clear and simple instructions.
How To: Use a pocket knitter
This video tutorial teaches how to cast off, knit stitch, pearl stitch, and end off on a pocket knitter. Those who want to learn how to use a pocket knitter instead of traditional knitting needles will learn how to do the same basic knitting stitches with the pocket knitter. Use a pocket knitter.
How To: Bind off while knitting
In order to end your knitting, you'll need to know something about binding off. This video sequence will show you how you can bind off while knitting.
How To: Make a knit stitch or purl stitch while knitting
If you want to learn to knit, then this is the video for you. This video covers the basics of knitting, including the knit stitch and the purl stitch.
How To: Tie a slip knot while knitting
Your grandma loved to knit, and so should you. But first, there are a few things about knitting that you need to know, like the slip knot. This video will teach you how to tie the slip knot while you are knitting.
How To: Tie the cast on knot for knitting
This video contains simple video and text instructions on how to knit. This video demonstrates the first step of knitting: the cast on knot.
How To: Finger knit
This video will provide step by step instruction on how to finger knit. Finger knitting is a bunch of fun if you've got a whole bunch of yearn and absolutely no needles.
How To: Cast on a purl stitch in knitting
In this guide we show you the how to cast on the purl stitch to create beautiful knitting projects.
How To: Cast on the garter stitch in knitting
In this guide we show you the how to cast on the garter stitch used in knitting.
How To: Cast on using the two needle method in knitting
In this guide we show you the how to cast on knots using the two needle method. This helps create a loose edge in your knitting projects.
How To: Use the thumb method to cast on in knitting
Cast on? What's that? At first, it might sound like a fishing phrase, but any good crafster would know that casting on is a knitting technique, which can be difficult for new knitters to comprehend. But if you're one of those knitting newbies, don't worry—this video outlines the thumb method for casting on a stitch, and it's easy and gives you a really tight edge on your knitting projects. So, grab your needles and yarn and follow along to become a cast-on pro.
How To: Tie dye
Kick yourself back in time and try on some groovy tie dyeing for size. It's easy, fun for the whole family, and the tie dye looks great.
How To: Make straw flowers on a loom
Learn how to make straw flowers on vintage flower looms with Cathy Callahan of Cathy of California.
How To: Do Navajo ply
This video takes you on a journey that will demystify and explain a widely misunderstood plying technique that takes one single and turns it into a 3-ply yarn. A great spinning demonstration!
How To: Use a spinning wheel
Watch this video demonstration of spinning a ply, predrafted roving, how to tie up a skein and more!
How To: Read crochet instructions
Crochet instructions are the linguistics of crochet. Crochet instructions normally come in the form of crochet patterns for example crochet baby blanket. Learn how to understand them by watching this video.
How To: Create crochet clusters
Learn this easy way to create crochet clusters and use them in your work.
How To: Crochet a popcorn stitch
Watch this detailed demonstration of how to make a crochet popcorn stitch.
How To: Start a poncho
Learn how to start a poncho by watching this video.
How To: Make a half-double crochet or half Treble stitch
Demostration of how to make half-double Crochet (hdc)in USA or half Treble (htr) in UK. It is actualy the same stitch.
How To: Crochet the shell stitch for edging
Detailed demonstration of Shell design which can be used as edging or part of a crochet pattern. The second video shows you how the second row of a shell stitch looks.
How To: Knit a sock
This how to video series shows you how to knit a sock. Our hosts guide you through the basics of knitting socks. In addition to demonstrating how to knit and turn the heel flap, they also show how to knit the foot and toes.
How To: Do lace knitting
This video demonstrates lace knitting by knitting a simple lace scarf. Watch it and create beautiful scarves that you can give away as presents.
How To: Knit the fingers of a mitten
In this video you practice a decrease method, the slip slip knit, to knit the fingers of a mitten. Our hosts show you the kitchener stitch to graft closed the top of the mitten. They also show you how to make your thumb stitches live, pick up stitches to get the thumb going.
How To: Pick up the gusset of a knitted sock
This how to video will show how to pick up the gusset of a knitted sock. Our host will teach you how to do so with either a crochet hook or a knitting needles.
How To: Do beaded knitting
This video sequence demonstrates two basic techniques of beaded knitting. Watch it and start adding more pazsaz to your knitting.
How To: Knit a ruffles frill seeker scarf
Watch this how to video and create beautiful knitting projects. In this particular video you will see how to create the ruffles frill seeker scarf.
How To: Knit a keyhole in a scarf
This how to video shows you how to knit a keyhole in a scarf. Watch it and begin making beautifully knitted projects.
How To: Knit a Kitchener stitch for a seamless join
The kitchener stitch, also called grafting, is a knitting technique used to create woven seams. It's commonly used for the toe of knitted socks, but you'll find it used whenever you need an invisible seam.
How To: Do a yarn over after a knit stitch and purl stitch
This how to video demonstrates how to do a yarn over after a knit stitch and after a purl stitch.
How To: Knit a loop stitch
Watch this how to video to learn the fundamental loop stitch used in knitting.
How To: Knit in through the back of a loop
Watch this video to learn some of the fundamentals of knitting. It will show you how to knit through the back of a loop. This technique results in a thinner, twisted stitch.
How To: Crochet the shell stitch
Watch this video to learn some of the fundamentals of crocheting. It will show you how to crochet the shell stitch. Create beautiful objects with this popular stitch.
How To: Crochet increases
Watch this video to learn some of the fundamentals of crocheting. It will show you how to crochet increases. This technique is useful for tapering projects to a larger size.
How To: Crochet on both sides of a chain stitch
Watch this video to learn some of the fundamentals of crocheting. It will show you how to crochet along both sides of a chain. This technique is useful for creating ovals in your projects.
How To: End a crochet project and weave in ends
Watch this video and learn some of the fundamentals of crocheting. It will show you how to end a crochet project and weave in ends.
How To: Crochet a triple crochet stitch
Watch this video and learn a fundamental crocheting stitch. This short video will show you how to crochet a triple crochet stitch (trc) or a treble crochet.
How To: Crochet a half double crochet stitch
Watch this video and learn a fundamental stitch in crocheting. This short video will show you how to crochet a half double crochet stitch.