Beginner Friendly tutorial: Perfect Neckline Every Time – Knitting Mistakes & Fixes.

 Have you ever struggled with neckband finishing? Maybe your neckband turned out too narrow or too wide, the stitches around the neckline looked untidy, or it was tricky to spread the stitches evenly? What seems like a simple step can cause so many little frustrations!

Over the years, I’ve developed my own set of tricks and techniques to avoid these common issues - not only for neckbands, but also for other ribbed edges like sleeve cuffs and cardigan bands.

I’ve shared them all in a new video on my YouTube channel: “Perfect Neckline Every Time – Knitting Mistakes & Fixes.”

In the video I covered the following mistakes:

-          Loose pick up stitches for neckband

-          Pick up ratio for front and back

-          Narrow neckline and bind off problem

-          Wide neck opening

-          Loose gauge for ribbing

I also shared my tricks which would help you fix those and many other mistakes as well as showed how to knit the neck band correctly.

I hope you’ll find some tips in there that make your knitting easier and your finishing even neater. ✨

Grab you cuppa and enjoy watching the video.

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You are also welcome to join my Facebook knitting group to share your work and get some help with my patterns.

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Beginner friendly knitting pattern for short socks - Trimetry Slippers

Fall knitting is all about wrapping ourselves in warmth, and for me that always includes a pile of cosy socks and slippers. Today, I’m excited to introduce one of my cosiest designs yet - the Trimetry Slippers.

These slippers are a stylish and comfortable alternative to traditional socks. They combine an eye-catching textured stitch with simple stockinette, creating a fabric that is both practical and beautiful. Designed with versatility in mind, the pattern includes sizes for both children and adults, making them a wonderful addition to any family’s wardrobe.

Whether you choose an affordable yarn or treat yourself to a luxurious hand-dyed skein, the Trimetry Slippers are sure to become a favourite. And with the festive season just around the corner, they make the perfect handmade gift - even for last-minute knitting.

The Trimetry Slippers pattern is beginner-friendly and comes with a step-by-step photo tutorial, making it a great project for knitters of all levels.

The Trimetry Slippers knitting pattern is available now on Ravelry, Etsy , and Lovecrafts.

The slippers are also part of my growing Trimetry Collection, which already includes the beloved Trimetry Socks, the Trimetry Bucket Hat, and the children’s Trimetry Vest (with two neck options). This collection celebrates textured stitches and playful, timeless designs that work beautifully across ages and styles.

The other designs from Trimetry collection:

Trimetry Bucket Hat:

Trimetry Socks:

Trimetry Vest:

To see some behind the scene photos you can follow me on Instagram.

You are also welcome to join my Facebook knitting group to share your work and get some help with my patterns.

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Beginner Knitting Pattern for child sweater - Quiet Season Sweater

 

I’m so excited to share my new children design—the Quiet Season Sweater, a perfect companion for this fall and beyond. This sweater is a comfortable and timeless piece, worked seamlessly from the top down. Featuring a European shoulder construction, it has a relaxed silhouette with plenty of positive ease (6–15 cm / 2⅜–6"), dropped shoulders, and a classic round neck.

The body is knitted in soothing stockinette, while the cuffs, neck, and hem are framed with a garter stitch rib. Longer cuffs and hem bands add a modern twist to its classic lines. Knitting begins at the top of the back with shoulder shaping; then stitches are picked up for the front before the body and sleeves are worked in the round.

The design is versatile and easy to adapt. By shortening the hem ribbing, the Quiet Season Sweater can be styled for boys, and it’s just as easy to add stripes in a contrast shade for extra personality. Body and sleeve lengths are simple to adjust, making it a truly universal piece.

The sample is knit in a soft DK alpaca-silk blend in a delicate light beige, but it will look beautiful in any yarn that gives you the drape and warmth you love.

The Quiet Season Sweater is a design that quietly blends comfort, simplicity, and elegance—the kind of sweater you’ll reach for again and again.

👉 Ready to cast on your own? Knitting pattern for Quiet Season Sweater is written for sizes from  18-24 months to 15-16 years. Pattern is available from Ravelry and Lovecrafts. 

💬 Tell me—what yarn would you choose for your Quiet Season Sweater?

To see some behind the scene photos you can follow me on Instagram.

You are also welcome to join my Facebook knitting group to share your work and get some help with my patterns.

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