This is a very simple stitch that is worked over 3 stitches and 2 rows. Join me as I show you step by step how to create this super easy and stretchy rib. Written directions are below or you may download a free pdf with the written directions at my website: www.handmadebystacyj.com The yarn and needles used are some of my absolute favorites. So much so that I became an affiliate with the companies. What that means for you is that when you purchase using my link, you allow the company to pay me a small commission without costing you a penny more. This helps me to continue making free tutorials and patterns. Here are the links if you’d like to check them out: Yarn: Paintbox Simply DK - https://www.lovecrafts.com?utm_medium=affiliate&a_aid=eccf469a Needles: KnitPicks Radiant Wood - https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1584220&u=2504941&m=59159&urllink=&afftrack= ——— Difficulty level: Easy / Beginner Stitches used: Knit (k), Purl (p) Materials Needed: Paintbox Yarns - Simply DK (100% Acrylic; 100g / 3.5oz; Light #3 weight); Color #136 Dolphin Blue KnitPicks Straight Knitting needles, size 6 (4.00 mm) For the sample in the YouTube video, I cast on 16 Row 1 (RS): *K2, p1; rep from * to last st, k1 Row 2 (WS): P1, *k2, p1; rep from * to end Rep rows 1-2 until desired length is reached, binding off as pattern.

This is a pretty simple knit panel that is worked over 9 stitches and 8 rows. Join me as I show you step by step how to create this beautiful lace panel. Written directions are below or you may download a free pdf with the written directions at my website: www.handmadebystacyj.com The yarn and needles used are some of my absolute favorites. So much so that I became an affiliate with the companies. What that means for you is that when you purchase using my link, you allow the company to pay me a small commission without costing you a penny more. This helps me to continue making free tutorials and patterns. Here are the links if you’d like to check them out: Yarn: Paintbox Simply DK - https://www.lovecrafts.com?utm_medium=affiliate&a_aid=eccf469a Needles: KnitPicks Radiant Wood - https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1584220&u=2504941&m=59159&urllink=&afftrack= ——— Difficulty level: Easy Stitches used: Knit (k), Purl (p), Yarn Over (yo) Special Stitches used: Skpo: Slip, knit, pass over (slip one stitch purl wise, knit the next st, pass slipped stitch over - one stitch decreased) Materials Needed: Paintbox Yarns - Simply DK (100% Acrylic; 100g / 3.5oz; Light #3 weight); Color #116 Melon Sorbet KnitPicks Straight Knitting needles, size 6 (4.00 mm) For the sample in the YouTube video, I cast on 15 for a st st background of 3 sts on each side. Directions below are for the lace panel only. Row 1 (RS): K4, yo, skpo, k3 Row 2 and all WS rows: Purl Row 3: K2, k2tog, yo, k1, yo, skpo, k2 Row 5: K1, k2tog, yo, k3, yo, skpo, k1 Row 7: K2tog, yo, k5, yo, skpo Row 8: Purl Rep rows 1-8 until desired length is reached ending by binding off purl wise as row 8

If you're new to lace, this is a great introduction to it. This is a very simple knit panel that is worked over 7 stitches and 4 rows. Join me as I show you step by step how to create this beautiful lace panel. (Also, I do apologize for the background noise - my dog was snoring! 😂) Written directions are below or you may download a free pdf with the written directions at my website: www.handmadebystacyj.com The yarn and needles used are some of my absolute favorites. So much so that I became an affiliate with the companies. What that means for you is that when you purchase using my link, you allow the company to pay me a small commission without costing you a penny more. This helps me to continue making free tutorials and patterns. Here are the links if you’d like to check them out: Yarn: Paintbox Simply DK - https://www.lovecrafts.com?utm_medium=affiliate&a_aid=eccf469a Needles: KnitPicks Radiant Wood - https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1584220&u=2504941&m=59159&urllink=&afftrack= ——— Difficulty level: Easy Stitches used: Knit (k), Purl (p), Yarn Over (yo) Special Stitches used: Skpo: Slip, knit, pass over (slip one stitch purl wise, knit the next st, pass slipped stitch over - one stitch decreased) Sk2po: Slip, k2tog, pass over (slip one st purlwise, knit next 2 stitches together, pass slipped stitch over - 2 stitches decreased) Materials Needed: Paintbox Yarns - Simply DK (100% Acrylic; 100g / 3.5oz; Light #3 weight); Color #131 Seafoam Blue KnitPicks Straight Knitting needles, size 6 (4.00 mm) For sample, I cast on 17 for a border of rev st st of 5 sts on each side - the directions below only reflect the lace portion of the pattern. Row 1 (RS): P1, yo, skpo, k1, k2tog, yo, p1 Row 2 (WS): K1, p5, k1 Row 3: P1, k1, yo, sk2po, yo, k1, p1 Row 4: K1, p5, k1 Rep rows 1-4 until desired length is reached, binding off on row 4 as pattern.

If you've ever wanted to learn how to knit, this video is for you! As we make our dishcloth, I'll cover the basics of knitting that include how to do a long tail cast on, knit, purl and bind off knit wise. This is a project that is quick and easy (and useful!!). You can even modify it by adding more repeats to create a scarf!! There will be more videos added shortly that will utilize and build upon the skills that you learn from this tutorial. Please subscribe to my channel so that you don't miss a single one. Thank you and happy stitching!! *** To access the written pattern with charts, please visit the website at: www.handmadebystacyj.com *** *** Affiliate Links *** Please note that these are links to Amazon. If you choose to purchase using these links, you won't be charged a penny more, but it helps me out by paying me a small commission. I will only link to items that I use and recommend. Needles: (Knit Picks Options Radiant Wood Interchangeable Needle Set) https://amzn.to/2vT8J0U Stitch Marker Set (This set includes a ton of different types of markers and notions for knitting and crocheting: https://amzn.to/3dBqdQA

*** Before viewing the video, I encourage you to go to the website at: https://handmadebystacyj.com/tutorials to download the free pattern with the checklist and chart, as I do refer to it in the video; If you are already comfortable with knits and purls, you may just want to download the pattern.*** Join me as I take you further on our learning to knit journey. You'll learn how to incorporate the basics that you learned in video 1 by mixing up the knits and purls into a beautiful diamond shaped pattern dishcloth, as well as learn how to read a pattern. It's a quick and easy make that uses only the two stitches (knit and purl), as well as a long tail cast on and knit wise bind off. Please consider subscribing so that you don't miss the next tutorial. Thank you so much! **** Affiliate Links ***** Please note that by clicking on these links you will not be charged a penny more. However, you will be helping me out by allowing Amazon to pay me a small commission. Needles by Knit Picks: https://amzn.to/3dMjX8y

Welcome to week 3 of the Learn to Knit series! This week you'll learn how to knit the super easy, super fabulous Basketweave stitch dishcloth. There are a few ways that this can be done, but I'm showing you my favorite way. This has very prominent looking basketweave and can easily be adjusted to be a baby blanket or a scarf. If you need a written pattern, please scroll down. Also, please consider subscribing! Thank you! **** Affiliate Links **** Please note that by purchasing from these Amazon links you will not be charged a penny more. However, you are helping me out by allowing Amazon to pay me a small commission so that I may keep continuing to provide free content to you. Thank you, thank you! Needles: https://amzn.to/2wGwMR6 Scissors: https://amzn.to/2wGUPzo Stitch Markers: https://amzn.to/34CR0rq Dishcloth Pattern: Cast on 46 stitches using long tail cast on method Set up Rows: Knit 2 rows Pattern Repeat (each row will always begin and end with a k3) Row 1: Knit Row 2: K3, *k5, p5; rep * across until 3 sts rem, k3 Rows 3 - 6: Rep row 2 Row 7: Knit Row 8: k3, *p5, k5; rep * across until 3 sts rem, k3 Rows 9-12: Rep row 8 Repeat pattern repeat rows 1-12 three more times Final rows: Knit 2 rows Bind off knit wise, weave in your ends and enjoy your new dishcloth!

Welcome to week 4 of our "Learn to Knit" series. Today you'll learn the Bamboo stitch and will create a handy dishcloth. The Bamboo stitch is a simple stitch that incorporates yarn overs and passing over 2 sts, as well as the knits and purls. This is a stretchy fabric and has a great texture on both the front and the back of the piece. There is a written pattern for you at the website: www.handmadebystacyj.com Please subscribe! Thank you!

We're into week 5 of our 6 week "Learn to Knit" series where you'll learn a basic introduction to lace, as well as make a very useful washcloth! This pattern uses only knit, purl, yarn over and slip, slip, knit (ssk) {And I'll show you all the steps!). On the website or Ravelry Store, you can download a free copy of the pattern that includes the written directions, a chart and a row by row checklist. Please like and subscribe! Below are the links: Website: https://handmadebystacyj.com Ravelry: https://www.ravelry.com/designers/stacy-wilkinson Difficulty Level: Easy Measures: 9" x 9" Stitches Used: Knit (k), Purl (p), Yarn Over (yo) & Slip, Slip, Knit (ssk) Materials Needed: Solid Color Yarn (I used Lily Sugar'n Cream in the color Sky) 100% Cotton, Medium 4 weight, Size 6 (4.00mm) Knitting Needles 2 stitch Markers (optional) Tapestry Needle and Scissors Note: Pattern length can be adjusted by continuing to do more repeats. End with either row 5 or 13 in pattern repeat, then finish with "Final Row" section when you come to the desired length. To adjust width, calculate the number of stitches in increments of 2. Directions: Set Up Rows Cast on 40 Knit across for 4 rows Pattern 1. (RS) Knit across 2. (All WS Rows): K3, p34, k3 3. K3, *yo, ssk; rep * until 3 sts remain, k3 4. As row 2 5. Knit across 6. As row 2 7. Knit across 8. As row 2 9. Knit across 10. As row 2 11. K4, *yo, ssk; rep * until 4 sts remain, k4 12. As row 2 13. Knit across 14. As row 2 15. Knit across 16. As row 2 Rep rows 1-16 once more, rep rows 1-13 once more Final Rows K across for 4 rows Bind off knit wise and weave in ends. If you are gifting this washcloth, I recommend blocking. Thank you and happy knitting!! Stacy

This is our final washcloth in the Learn to Knit series and it's a beauty! Worked with only knits & purls, with the assistance of a cable needle, it's a simple introduction to cable knitting. This video is longer than my other tutorials, but that's because I show you how to knit this row-by-row and step-by-step. Please visit my Ravelry Store or Website (links below) to access the free download of this pattern. The pattern includes the written directions, a chart and a checklist. Please subscribe, show some love with a thumbs up and enjoy!! Website: https://handmadebystacyj.com Ravelry: https://www.ravelry.com/designers/stacy-wilkinson Directions: Difficulty level: Ambitious Beginner - as long as your comfortable with knit & purl, you should have no problems catching on :) Measures: 9” x 9” / Gauge not important Stitches used: Knit (k), Purl (p) Back Cross (BC): Slip 1 st to CN and hold at back, k2 from left needle, p1 from CN Front Purl Cross (FPC): Slip 2 sts to CN and hold at front, p1 from left needle, k2 from CN C4B: Slip 2 sts to CN and hold at back, k2 from left needle, k2 from CN C4F: Slip 2 sts to CN and hold at front, k2 from left needle, k2 from CN Materials Needed: Hobbii, Rainbow 8/8 (100% Cotton, DK 3 weight) “3 Nude” 60 yards Size 5 (3.75 mm) Knitting Needles Cable Needle (cn) or 1 double pointed needle (dpn) 2 stitch markers recommended / 4 stitch markers is optimal Tapestry needle and scissors Note: Pattern length can be adjusted by continuing to do more repeats. End with either row 10 or row 20 when you come to desired length. To adjust width, calculate the number of stitches in increments of 12 + 10. Directions: Cast on 46 Set Up Rows 1-4: Knit Set Up Row 5 [RS]: K3, p40, k3 Set Up Row 6 [WS]: Knit Set Up Row 7 [RS]: k3, p2 *p4, C4F, p4; rep * twice more, p2, k3 Set Up Row 8 [WS]: k5, *k4, p4, k4; rep * twice more, k5 Pattern Repeat (Note: All RS rows begin with k3, p2 and end with p2, k3; All WS rows begin and end with k5) ← Row 1 [RS]: k3, p2 *p3, BC, FPC, p3; rep * twice more, p2, k3 → Row 2 [WS]: k5, *k3, p2, k2, p2, k3; rep * twice more, k5 ← Row 3 [RS]: k3, p2, *p2, BC, p2, FPC, p2; rep * twice more, p2, k3 → Row 4 [WS]: k5, *k2, p2, k4, p2, k2; rep * twice more, k5 ← Row 5 [RS]: k3, p2, *p1, BC, p4, FPC, p1; rep * twice more, p2, k3 → Row 6 [WS]: k5, *k1, p2, k6, p2, k1; rep * twice more, k5 ← Row 7 [RS]: k3, p2, *BC, p6, FPC; rep * twice more, p2, k3 → Row 8 [WS]: k5, *p2, k8, p2; rep * twice more, k5 ← Row 9 [RS]: k3, p2, k2, *p8, C4B; rep * once more, p8, k2, p2, k3 → Row 10 [WS]: k5, *p2, k8, p2; rep * twice more, k5 ← Row 11 [RS]: k3, p2, *FPC, p6, BC; rep * twice more, p2, k3 → Row 12 [WS]: k5, *k1, p2, k6, p2, k1; rep * twice more, k5 ← Row 13 [RS]: k3, p2, *p1, FPC, p4, BC, p1; rep * twice more, p2, k3 → Row 14 [WS]: k5, *k2, p2, k4, p2, k2; rep * twice more, k5 ← Row 15 [RS]: k3, p2, *p2, FPC, p2, BC, p2; rep * twice more, p2, k3 → Row 16 [WS]: k5, *k3, p2, k2, p2, k3; rep * twice more, k5 ← Row 17 [RS]: k3, p2, *p3, FPC, BC, p3; rep * twice more, p2, k3 → Row 18 [WS]: k5, *k4, p4, k4; rep * twice more, k5 ← Row 19 [RS]: k3, p2, *p4, C4F, p4; rep * twice more, p2, k3 → Row 20 [WS]: k5, *k4, p4, k4; rep * twice more, k5 Repeat Pattern Repeat rows 1-20 once more Finishing Rows: 1. [RS]: K3, p40, k3 2. Knit 3 rows 3. Bind off knit wise and weave in ends