What Are The Easiest Things To Knit?

In this post, you will see a list of the easiest things to knit.

Most of us start knitting for the same reason – we want to be able to create beautiful knitted garments or accessories (either for ourselves or for someone else).

Handmade gifts can go a long way.

Beginner Knitter with yarn choosing the easiest things to knit

Starting Out As A Beginner…

Everyone was a beginner once, starting a new craft is very exciting but can also be a little overwhelming.

And the way that most crafters will tell you how they started knitting is by completing quick and straightforward knitting patterns that allow you to educate yourself with the basic stitches.

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Easy knitting projects can include hats, scarves, cowls, and knit dishcloths.

Learning The Knitting Basics

Learning how to knit involves a steady process of gradually building your skills from beginner-level through to more advanced-level patterns and stitches.

Once you’ve mastered the knitting basics, you can move on to more technical knitting methods such as cable stitches.

Until then, let’s explore the various knitting stitches and items available for you to complete as a beginner.

Before you select a knitting pattern to complete from start to finish, make sure you’ve mastered how to cast on, and how to cast off.

The easiest things to knit with yarn and knitting needles

Easy Knitting Patterns for Beginners

Great knitting doesn’t always need to be complicated.

You can create beautiful items from simple, beginner-level knitting patterns.

As a general rule, opt for patterns that have one type of stitch consistently throughout, as this will allow you to learn to knit by practicing one technique and get used to the ‘rhythm’ of knitting.

Basic stitches that include knit and purl, or variations of knit and purl, are garter stitch, stockinette stitch, and rib stitch.

lots of yarn in arms - the easiest things to knit

Choosing The Right Yarn

You can also look out for patterns that use super bulky yarn.

A thicker yarn will give you more purchase on the string, and make it easier for you to control.

You’ll also be able to spot more easily where you could have dropped a stitch, making it easier to fix your work if you go wrong (and don’t worry if you make a mistake – every knitter does!).

Lace yarn looks amazing but it’s not really beginner-friendly.

Choose The Right Needles

Larger needles will also make learning to knit easier, as they offer you more control.

Smaller needles can prove too intricate when you’re just starting.

I recommend trying to use anything upwards of a 5 mm (US 8) needle when you’re learning to knit.

Plus it’s always better to prefer knitting patterns knit with straight needles rather than circular needles.

woman with knitting needles casting on knitting stitches

Baby Knits For Beginners

The easiest things to knit are usually not large projects.

You can start with small items which don’t take long to complete, such as baby knitted items.

Baby knitting patterns give you a range of little projects to complete including baby blankets and jumpers, plus they are often crafted from chunkier yarn making them quick to finish.