Having trouble working out what the abbreviations mean on knitting patterns? Follow our guide to basic knitting abbreviations. Practically all knitting patterns use some sort of abbreviations. Each pattern will…
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How To Make: Piping for a cushion
You can buy ready covered cord, but with our simple guide you can learn how to make piping in any colour you want. Once you’ve made your piping, have a…
Everything you need to know about knitting needles
Technical Knitting Editor, Tina Egleton, has compiled this informative guide on the different types of knitting needles and choosing the right size for your project. Below is a list of…
Woman’s Weekly Stitch Guide: How to do blanket stitch
It's week three of our stitch guide...
How To Make: A fish bag for your laundry
These fish bags with drawstring fastening make ideal laundry holders and are fun for all the family Materials: how to make a fish bag Fish template ½m of…
How To: Transfer a photo onto fabric
Make sure you never forget those holiday snaps with our clever how-to guide on how to make your favourite photos into stunning cushions. You won’t believe how easy it is, once…
How To Knit: Learn French Knitting
French knitting (tubular knitting) isn't as tricky as it seems. Follow this easy how-to guide from our experts with FREE instructions for some fun projects!
How To Make: A cushion cover
How to make a cushion cover: Making a cushion cover is easier than you think. Our simple step-by-step video will have you wizzing up your own creations in no time.
Knitting Help: How to pick up a dropped stitch
Once you’ve learnt how to knit, what follows is fine-tuning your technique and learning how to fix mistakes. Generally this comes with practice and experience so, in a sense, the…
How To Knit: Tricks for picking the perfect sock yarn
While there may be no urgent need today to send socks to soldiers, hand-knitted socks still make a lovely gift for a new baby, relative, friend or as a treat…
How To Knit: Cable stitch
Cables are so-called because of their appearance – like a collection of thick cables twisted around each other. There are lots of different variations but as soon as you know…
How to crochet crocodile stitch for feathers, scales or petals
That may sound surprising, but it’s true! The trick is in how you position them. Woman’s Weekly crochet expert Freddie Patmore teaches you how to do it in the video…
How to knit and crochet for babies
If you like to crochet and knit for babies and toddlers, follow these general and simple tips to ensure perfect results every time Here are six tips you should consider…
How To Make: A peg bag
Materials Cotton fabric Child’s coat hanger Matching ribbon Matching sewing thread Paper for the template Pencil Scissors To make the template for the peg bag Note: Use 1cm seam allowances…
How To Knit: Adding fabric trimmings to a knitting project
Knitting and sewing can seem very different, but when you mix the two together, there are some stunning results to be had! We show you how.
How To Knit: Working with fashion yarn
Elaborately textured yarns can be a little tricky to get used to, but The Woman’s Weekly experts have plenty of suggestions, which will make using any fancy yarn easy! Fashion yarns…
How To Make: A toy bone your dog will love
Instead of popping to the pet shop to buy a Christmas present, treat your beloved hound to a gift they’ll really adore One of the things we love most about…
Vintage Make: A sweet soft toy dog from 1965
Remember that toy dog you loved so much as a child? Here’s how to make one with a distinctively vintage feel – the perfect present To make Donald the dachshund,…
How To Knit: 5 top tips when knitting with Mohair yarns
How To Knit: Top tips when knitting with mohair 1. Hairy yarns such as mohair, tend to blend together when you’re counting your stitches on your needle and it can be…
How To Make: 3 washi tape craft projects
Get crafty with your little ones this holiday with our fun makes using washi tape These fun projects are so simple, they’re a great way to get creative with the…