Lesson 1Texture and simple pattern motifs achievable with two needles (eyelets, slipped stitches, cable basics for narrow pieces)Find simple but striking textures and motifs for two needles, like eyelets, slipped stitches, and basic cables for slim items such as headbands, mitts, and scarf edges.
Planning eyelet rows and simple laceSlipped-stitch textures for slim piecesBasic cable crosses without a needleCombining texture with color changesUsing texture to control stretchLesson 2Cast-on methods and when to use them: long-tail, knitted-on, provisional, tubular, and cable cast-onCompare main cast-on ways and see how each changes stretch, look, and pace. Choose long-tail, knitted-on, cable, provisional, or tubular for hats, scarves, cowls, and other accessories.
Long-tail cast-on: setup and variationsKnitted-on cast-on for gradual startsCable cast-on for firm, stable edgesProvisional cast-ons for live stitchesTubular cast-on for ribbed accessoriesLesson 3Joining and seams appropriate for two-needle accessories: mattress stitch, vertical grafting (Kitchener) for stockinette, invisible joins for ribGet good at seams and joins for two-needle accessories, like mattress stitch for sides, Kitchener for stockinette, and hidden rib joins, for smooth, even, pro-looking finishes.
Mattress stitch on vertical stockinette seamsSeaming garter and mixed-texture fabricsKitchener stitch for stockinette graftsInvisible joins in rib and broken ribAligning patterns across seamsLesson 4Blocking and finishing techniques for different fibers: wet blocking, steam blocking, pinning shaping, and pressing guidelinesPolish finished pieces with blocking matched to fibre. Do wet and steam blocking, pin shapes, and light pressing so accessories keep form, drape nicely, and show stitches clearly.
Fiber properties and blocking choicesWet blocking wool and wool blendsSteam blocking acrylic and syntheticsPinning and shaping edges and curvesPressing guidelines to avoid flatteningLesson 5Fundamental stitch patterns: garter stitch, stockinette, rib (1x1, 2x2), seed/moss stitch—structure and usesBuild base in key stitch patterns—garter, stockinette, ribs, and seed or moss—knowing their build, action, and top uses in sellable accessories of all sizes.
Garter stitch structure and edge behaviorStockinette drape, curl, and support1x1 and 2x2 rib for stretch and fitSeed and moss stitch for flat fabricsMixing basics for reversible fabricsLesson 6Creating clean corners and ends: short-row shaping, neat cast-off corners for scarvesMake sharp corners and tidy ends on scarves, wraps, and flat accessories with short rows, careful bind-offs, and edge plans that stop dog-ears, flare, or warping over time.
Short-row techniques for shaped cornersAvoiding flare at scarf and wrap endsNeat corner bind-offs and decreasesReinforcing high-wear corner areasBlocking strategies for sharp cornersLesson 7Edge techniques: selvedge stitches, slipped selvedge, garter-seed edge, tubular cast-ons for neat edgesTry edge tricks to stop curling and pulling, like selvedge stitches, slipped edges, garter-seed borders, and tubular cast-ons for smooth, rounded edges great for accessories.
Choosing a selvedge for flat piecesSlipped-stitch selvedge for tidy sidesGarter and seed borders to prevent curlPlanning edges for fringe or picked-up stitchesTubular cast-ons for rounded edgesLesson 8Bind-off methods and finishes: standard, stretchy bind-off, elastic bind-off, three-needle bind-off for joinsCheck bind-off ways that manage stretch, drape, and shape. Practice standard, stretchy, elastic, and three-needle bind-offs for strong joins on shoulders, cowls, and folded edges.
Standard bind-off for firm edgesStretchy bind-offs for cuffs and hemsElastic bind-offs for ribbingThree-needle bind-off for joined piecesBalancing bind-off tension and flareLesson 9Weaving in ends invisibly for different stitch patterns and when to knot vs secure endsWeave yarn tails secure but hidden in garter, stockinette, rib, and textured knits, and know when to knot, duplicate stitch, or split plies for pieces that last.
Weaving ends in garter and ridged fabricsHiding tails in stockinette and reverse stockinetteSecuring ends in rib and broken rib texturesManaging color-change joins and jogsWhen to knot, when to rely on weaving
