Beginner basics
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New to knitting? Start here.
Learning to knit is simpler than it looks. Follow these four steps in order, at your own pace, and you’ll finish a first project you can actually use.
Step 1
Choosing your first yarnGather three things
One pair of needles, one smooth ball of medium-weight yarn in a light color, and scissors. That’s all you need to begin.
Step 2
The complete beginner’s guideLearn the four essential moves
Cast on, knit, purl and bind off. Everything else in knitting is built from these four movements.
Step 3
Easy first projectsKnit a first project
A dishcloth or a garter-stitch scarf lets you practise until your stitches become even and relaxed.
Step 4
Explore the libraryGo further, in the right order
When you’re ready, our books and video courses take you step by step to new techniques and bigger projects.
The beginner essentials
Beginner basics
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Beginner basics
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Beginner basics