How to Start Knitting? 6Tips for Beginners

Knitting is a relaxing and rewarding craft that allows you to create beautiful garments, accessories, and home decorations. As a beginner, it's essential to learn the basics before diving into more complex projects.

6 tips for new knitters to help you get started and improve your skills.

• Choose your tools

To start knitting, you'll need a few basic tools, including knitting needles and yarn. For beginners, it's best to choose a medium-weight yarn and a pair of straight needles size US 8 (5 mm) or US 9 (5.5 mm), light-colored yarn. This will make it easier to see your stitches and correct any mistakes.

Read more: 10 knitting tools to make your knitting experience more enjoyable and productive

• Learn some essential techniques: cast on, bind off, basic stitches

The two most basic knitting stitches are the knit stitch and the purl stitch. These stitches form the foundation of most knitting patterns. There are many online tutorials and videos that can help you learn the basic stitches.
3 YouTube channels can help you learn the knitting stitches. 
VeryPink Knits
Purl Soho
Knitting Stitch Patterns

• Pay attention to tension

Tension refers to how tightly or loosely you knit your stitches, and it's important to maintain consistent tension throughout your work to ensure that your finished project looks neat and even. Practice knitting at a comfortable pace and pay attention to how tightly you're pulling the yarn. You may also want to practice knitting a gauge swatch to ensure that you're using the correct needle size and yarn weight for your project.

• Read and follow patterns

 Knitting patterns provide instructions for creating a specific project and can include a range of stitches and techniques. It's important to read and follow the pattern carefully, taking note of any abbreviations and special instructions.

• Start with a simple project

 Choose a beginner-friendly pattern that uses basic stitches and techniques, such as a scarf or dishcloth. This will help you practice and build your knitting skills.

• Practice, practice, practice

Like any skill, knitting takes practice. The more you knit, the more comfortable you'll become with the techniques and the faster you'll improve.

Remember,  knitting is a skill that takes time and practice to develop. Be patient with yourself and enjoy the journey.