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You will be making
Cup Cosy Mini
Knitting Kit
- Beginner
- 0-6 Hours
This cute beginner kit is ideal if you’re new to
knitting and want to test the waters before
committing to a big project or are looking for a
fun mini craft gift.
You will need
1 x 25g S&S The Pure Wool (100% wool)
Pair of 10mm bamboo knitting needles, extra short (13cm)
Sewing needle
Cup Cosy pattern including basic knitting instructions
Your video tutorial playlist for
Cup Cosy Mini
Knitting Kit
As you go through your pattern you will
encounter the techniques shown in these
video tutorials. We suggest watching each
video a couple of times, and remember,
practice makes perfect!
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HOW TO CREATE A SLIP KNOT
A slip knot is the first step in casting on for most knitting projects. In this video we will show you how to create a slip knot.
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HOW TO CREATE A TWO NEEDLE CAST ON (CO)
The two needle cast on (CO) emulates a knit stitch and is a popular beginner method of casting on. In this video we will show you how to cast on using the two needle method.
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HOW TO CREATE A KNIT STITCH (K)
The knit stitch (K) is the first basic stitch to learn and is used in all patterns. A stitch that has been knitted will have a 'V' at its base. In this video we will show you how to create a knit stitch.
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HOW TO CREATE GARTER STITCH
Garter stitch is the most basic of all stitch patterns and is created by knitting every row. It is a reversible fabric that has the same pattern of ridges on both sides. In this video we will show you how to create garter stitch.
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DROPPED A STITCH (CORRECTING A MISTAKE)
In this video we will show you how to easily pick up a dropped stitch.
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HOW TO CORRECT A MISTAKE (UNDO A KNIT STITCH)
In this video we will show you how to reverse a knit stitch when you have knit a stitch instead of purling.
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HOW TO CAST OFF / BIND OFF (BO)
Cast off, or bind off, is an essential part of finishing any knitting project. In this video we will show you how to cast off using the standard method.
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HOW TO WEAVE IN LOOSE ENDS
Weaving in is an important part of finishing any knitting project. In this video we will show you how to weave in ends by threading the sewing needle over and under the bars on the wrong side of stocking stitch fabric.
Any Problems?
We’re here to help from your first slip knot to binding off and everything in-between
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hello@stitchandstory.comWhy Make a Swatch?
A swatch is a square piece of knitting used to work out whether
you’re stitching as tightly - or as loosely! - as a pattern describes.