Knitting Questions

Frequently Asked Questions about Knitting Techniques/Problems

Can I use the same size needle as my sweater body on my lower ribbing?
There can be an assumption that knitting your ribbing with a smaller needle automatically makes it tight. It doesn't. It just allows the ribbing to lay ...
Tue, Dec 17, 2024 at 11:38 AM
Closing the Cast On Gap
Tue, Dec 7, 2021 at 1:32 PM
Do I really need to block?
Tue, Dec 7, 2021 at 12:58 PM
Figuring out sleeve length
Sleeves can be a personal thing when it comes to fit, circumference and length. It can also vary depending on your row gauge. To get from the start number o...
Tue, Dec 17, 2024 at 11:39 AM
Help! I think I dropped a stitch. Can you help me?
Dropped stitches are no fun at all. If you have a local yarn shop, you might stop in for a visit and see if they have a support session available where t...
Tue, Dec 17, 2024 at 11:45 AM
How can I tell if I am twisting my stitches?
Tue, Dec 7, 2021 at 1:28 PM
How do I block a sweater?
Learn about Marie's favorite way to block a sweater in this blog post — https://www.oliveknits.com/how-to-block-a-sweater/
Tue, Dec 17, 2024 at 11:46 AM
How do I cable cast on?
How to Knit the Cable Cast On with Olive Knits https://youtu.be/ra-sqJb25cI?si=P9V_3de3eXr7vnxd
Tue, Dec 17, 2024 at 11:47 AM
How do I carry my yarn in colorwork?
Tue, Dec 7, 2021 at 1:26 PM
How do I fix a dropped stitch?
Tue, Dec 7, 2021 at 1:53 PM