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How to make a provisional cast on with crochet: learn the technique

Provisional cast-ons are a fundamental technique in knitting, providing a temporary foundation for your work that can be easily undone later to reveal live stitches. While traditionally done with knitting…

Knitting Stitches

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How to knit the Shaker Rib stitch

If you’re thinking about knitting a scarf this Winter: this is the stitch you will fall in love with. It’s similar to the Rib stitch but it has a looser,…

Crochet Stitches

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How to read a crochet chart (II)

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Today we bring you another set of crochet stitches. These are a little more elaborate, but just as useful for all crochet charts. In this case we will work the…

Knitting Stitches

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How to knit tile stitch

We are ready for warm knits with soft textures. The stitch we are going to show you today is perfect for making a baby blanket (you’re sure to have someone…

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How to read a crochet chart

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You have probably heard a crocheter, or even yourself, say that they are not good at reading crochet charts, and never remember the symbols. But today we will show you…

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How to crochet the lacy shell stitch

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If you are just starting out with crochet, this stitch is perfect for you. Today we are going to show you how to do the lacy shell stitch. Surely you…

Knitting Stitches

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How to work the Italian Cast-on (cast on for 1×1 Rib stitch)

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For sure you have casted-on stitches for the ribbing of a sweater, and it didn’t end up being 100% elastic. With knitting, there is a point when the fabric tells…

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How to knit the vertical eyelet stitch

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We like bringing to the blog easy stitches. Today’s stitch is perfect for those nights when the temperature begins to decrease just a little bit, or if you live in…

Knitting tips

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How to weave yarn into your fabric

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We like easy techniques, creating textures and effects that can be done in a snap. Today we are going to teach you how to weave yarn through knitted fabrics. With…

Knitting Stitches

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How to add a bobble border in crochet

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You already know that simple stitches are our forte. Today we are going to show you how to crochet a little bobble border, simple but striking, which will give a…

Knitting Stitches

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How to read a knitting chart II

Today we bring you another installment of how to read a knitting chart. In this second part we are going to explore stitch symbols that are a little more difficult,…

Crochet Stitches

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How to crochet crossed mesh double crochet stitch

Today we are going to show you how to add a summery touch to all your crocheted garments. This crossed mesh stitch is as simple as it is versatile, since…

Collections & Designers

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Happy Anniversary to Fūnem Studio

Today is a VERY SPECIAL DAY! It’s been two years since Fūnem Studio, our sister brand specializing in weaving, entered the WAK Family! Learn how to master your loom and…

Knitting tips

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How to knit the lacy leaf stitch

How to knit the lacy leaf stitch The heat is coming and it’s time to go from chunkier stitches and heavier fibers to cooler ones. Today we bring you this…

Knitting Stitches

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How to crochet the bean stitch

You already know we love stitches with interesting textures, but at the same time we like them to be easy to do. Today we are going to teach you how…

Knitting tips

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How to knit left and right leaning twists

Today we are going to show you how to knit right and left leaning twists. You can use this technique to make the famous “cables”, but also to make endless…

Knitting Stitches

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How to knit bud stitch

If you’re already working on your spring projects, you’ll want to take a look at this post all about the stitch we’re about to teach you. Today, we’re going to…

Knitting tips

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How to read a knitting chart

Surely at some point, you have faced the dreaded “stitch diagram” or “knitting chart” and been met with despair, trying to understand which side the rows begin on or perhaps…

Crochet Stitches

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How to work the Cluster Stitch in Crochet

You know what we love the most are simple stitches that look great. The nice thing about crochet is that combining basic stitches we get beautiful textures, like the stitch…

Collections & Designers

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Mlle Sophie x We Are Knitters – Collection n°2: The interview

My name is Sophie but people know me as Mlle Sophie. Knitting is a great passion of mine, and I’m lucky to have made it an important part of my…

Collections & Designers

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5 Women’s Knitted Winter Sweater Patterns

When winter is here, it means two things: cold and house! What could be better than staying warm at home knitting? Whether you already know how to knit or not,…

Knitting tips

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How do work increases in knitting

Surely many times, when starting a new project, you’ve come across these kinds of increases in a pattern. They are very easy and quick to do, but in case you’re…

Knitting Stitches

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How to work the padded stitch

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We love to create new textures with fibers, it’s one of our weaknesses and in today’s post we will teach you how to work the padded stitch. It has an…

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How to work the crossed puff stitch

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We love cool textures; they are our weakness. Today we teach you how to work the crossed puff stitch, which will do wonders in home items such as cushions or…

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