What Are The Easiest Things To Knit?
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
A simple baby blanket can allow you to practice those basic knitting stitches
This beautiful baby blanket makes ideal knitting for beginners; completing each smaller square first before sewing the whole design together.
Plus a knit blanket makes for a great baby shower gift for a friend or a family member.
An easy garter stitch baby sweater
This easy baby sweater knitting pattern for beginners is perfect for you to practice the garter stitch.
You can roll up the little sleeves for a cooler look.
It’s the perfect gift for a baby shower.
Made in a medium-weight yarn, this is perfect for beginner-level knitters.
Easy knit baby slippers
This round-up of baby knits includes many beginner-friendly knitting patterns.
These pom pom baby slippers are created using stockinette stitch, these make perfect knitting for beginners and are quick to finish.
Knitted baby booties
Fast and easy to make (and adorable), these knitted baby booties are an excellent knitting pattern for beginners.
These nautical pirate-inspired baby booties are colorful and easy to make for the little people in your life.
Kids Knits For Beginners
But if you need an easy free knitting pattern for kids to practice your knitting then these patterns are for you.
Kids Cowl Free Knitting Pattern
This cowl pattern is perfect for a beginner knitter as it’s knit on straight needles and seamed.
Kids Beanie Hat Pattern
And if you need a hat to go along with the cowl.
Knitting Patterns For Beginners
If you love knitting and want more patterns to practice check these patterns out in this list below.
You can also see tutorials on my YouTube channel here.
17 Knitting Patterns For Beginners
Choose a beginner friendly knitting pattern from this list for one of your first projects.
Dishcloth Knitting Patterns {To Practice Basic Knitting Stitches}
These dishcloth knitting patterns are perfect for practicing the basic knitting stitches and they can also spice up your kitchen decor.
The pattern is available to download for free.
How To Knit The Linen Stitch (Tutorial + Pattern)
You will see how to knit the linen stitch with a tutorial and a free dishcloth pattern.
Slipped stitches create a woven texture and a very firm knitted fabric that does not curl at the edges.
Irish Moss Stitch Dishcloth Knitting Pattern
This Irish moss stitch dishcloth knitting pattern is perfect for practicing basic knitting stitches.
12 Simple Knitting Stitches For Beginners
12 simple knitting stitches for beginners, that include garter stitch, stockinette stitch, and ribbing.
Nearly all of the stitches in this collection will be used for any beginner patterns as they are all made up of knit and purl stitches.
How To Knit A Hat With Straight Needles
This hat pattern is ideal for you if you are a beginner knitter.
It's a fast-knit project, you only need one skein of yarn, it's made with chunky wool and it's knit flat with straight needles.
This pattern will also introduce you to decreases and shaping.
Plus there is a step-by-step photo tutorial to help you along.
Pom Pom Scarf Knitting Pattern
You can also take a chance on this scarf.
It's a beginner-friendly knitted pattern, knit with chunky yarn, straight knitting needles, and basic knitting stitches.
Easy Knit Scarf Pattern {Beginner-Friendly}
This easy knit scarf pattern is an excellent project for anyone who is learning how to knit.
The scarf is knit in garter stitch, knitting every row until it is super long and cosy!
Fingerless Mittens Pattern
Using knit and purl stitches, you will create an interesting design, knit flat on straight needles, then seamed to make the mitts, leaving a space for your thumb.
Outlander Claire Gloves
This Outlander Claire gloves pattern will allow you to practice knitting a simple rib stitch and the finished mitts will look great made with any yarn in any color.
Knitted Baby Booties
Make your little one a pair of sweet booties for the warmer weather with this easy-knitted baby booties pattern.
The pattern uses basic knitting stitches including garter stitch and stocking stitch.
Baby Blanket Pattern
This cotton baby blanket pattern is really easy for any beginner knitter, this pattern uses basic techniques including; knit and purl stitches.
How To Knit A Baby Hat (Straight Needles)
Like the adult version, this baby hat is knit flat on straight needles.
Great for beginners who want to tackle their first project.
Easy Baby Sweater Knitting Pattern For Beginners
Make this easy baby sweater knitting pattern for beginners that has step-by-step photographs to guide you.
Bucket Hat Knitting Pattern
Make a trendy bucket hat for the summer with this beginner knitting pattern.
The hat is knit flat and seamed which makes it a perfect newbie project.
Triangular Shawl Knitting Pattern (Claire's Strength)
Knit an easy triangular shawl with this free knitting pattern.
All you need is a 5 mm (8 US) pair of knitting needles and worsted-weight yarn.
Men's Fingerless Mittens + Hat Pattern
This men’s fingerless mittens + hat pattern will allow you to create a simple matching set both knits in 1×1 ribbing.
This design is super easy for any beginner knitters as both the mitts and hat are knit flat and then seamed.
Outlander Cowl Knitting Pattern (Claire Season 1)
This cowl is easy and quick to make, perfect for new makers.
The knitting pattern will allow you to create a large cozy knitted cowl.