Knitting basics and beanie time - K2tog, YO and the Slouched Tuva Hat

Once word got around that I had become somewhat of a knitting wizz, everyone wanted one of my famous beanies. But I'm picky with who I spent my precious time on, so the next recipient of my knitting skills wasn't to be just any odd person. And the next beanie wasn't to be just any odd beanie. The honour of having the Slouched Tuva Hat made for her went to my dear friend Swarles Barky.

Knitting basics - How to cast on

Casting on, often abbreviated to CO, forms the basis of every knitting project. Whether you have to cast on 10 stitches or 100 stitches, being able to confidently cast on is an essential skill every knitter needs to master.

Crazy knitting projects - The cat jumper

While I patiently await the arrival of a baby of my very own, I am not ashamed to admit that I use our precious Burmese cats as baby replacements. And every baby cat needs a knitted jumper. Enough said.

Introducing the Knitting Basics section!

What's better than a comprehensive library of all things knitting, to browse through and learn new skills? A Flood of Stitches now has a Knitting Basics section to do just that!

Quick knits - Lazy Lace Beanie

A quick and easy knit, that's bound to make a friend feel special. The Lazy Lace Beanie is my first attempt at creating a beanie pattern.

Knitting basics - How to make a slip knot

Every great journey has to start somewhere. It's the same with knitting projects. Once you cast on that first stitch, there's no turning back until you have finished your latest master piece. Or, of course, until you end up unravelling it all and starting over. In any case, it's the slip knot you'll need.

Beanie time - Hurricane Hat

After the success of my first beanie, I was on a mission. I set out to make beanies for my closest friends. And the best thing about it: They would have to love them, and wear them, and keep them forever, because they were my friends. Muhahahaha! It's a fool proof plan for world domination.