What do I need to start knitting?

Basic supplies include:

• Knitting needles (straight, circular, or double-pointed)

• Yarn

• Scissors

• Tapestry needle

• Stitch markers (optional)

How do I choose the right yarn for a project?

Look at the pattern recommendations. Yarn is classified by weight (e.g., lace, fingering, worsted, bulky), and different projects need different yarn types for correct sizing and drape.

What is a knitting pattern?

A knitting pattern is a set of written instructions (and sometimes charts) that tell you how to knit a specific item, including yarn type, needle size, gauge, and step-by-step directions.

What should I do if I make a mistake in my knitting?

Don't panic! You can “tink” (unknit backward) or “frog” (rip out rows). Lifelines (a spare piece of yarn threaded through a row) can help you recover from major mistakes.

Can I sell items made from a purchased pattern?

Hoppy Stitches patterns are only for personal use. If you’d like to share your project online, please credit Hoppy Stitches.