Tuesday Tip #40

Tip #40 Work increases or decreases one or two stitches in from the edge to avoid steps at the edge.

For a complete set of my tips and tricks, look for my latest book
Jil Eaton's Knitting School: A complete guide to becoming a confident knitter.

Tuesday Tip #39

Tip #39 When making pom-poms and tassels always use more yarn than you think you need so that they are perky.

For a complete set of my tips and tricks, look for my latest book
Jil Eaton's Knitting School: A complete guide to becoming a confident knitter.

Tuesday Tip #38

Tip #38 When knitting in the round make sure not to twist your stitches when joining your round to avoid a mobius strip.

For a complete set of my tips and tricks, look for my latest book
Jil Eaton's Knitting School: A complete guide to becoming a confident knitter.

Tuesday Tip #37

Tip #37 Increase only on the right side so you can check how the increased stitch will appear.

For a complete set of my tips and tricks, look for my latest book
Jil Eaton's Knitting School: A complete guide to becoming a confident knitter.

Knit Local: Celebrating America's Homegrown Yarns

Knit Local is an anthology created by Tanis Gray, published by Sixth and Spring Books, is a compendium of patterns knit exclusively in American yarn.  We have a fast growing list of companies that grow, spin, and dye their yarns in the U.S.  Knit Local makes it easy to support American business, reduce environmental impacts, and ensure the well being of animals.  There are over 30 designs for women, men, and the home from leading American designers, as well as a comprehensive list of fiber events and festivals across the country.

My Maritime Hat and Mitten Set was knit in Swans Island Yarns. You can find Knit Local anywhere knitting books are sold.

Tuesday Tip #36

Tip #36 Sew seams with the same tension as your gauge.

For a complete set of my tips and tricks, look for my latest book
Jil Eaton's Knitting School: A complete guide to becoming a confident knitter.

Tuesday Tip #35, Happy Valentines Day!

Tip #35 Don't be afraid to experiment, especially with color. You can bring your own creativity to light! Switching colors in the same yarn is an easy way to customize your garment, as the gauge stays the same.

For a complete set of my tips and tricks, look for my latest book
Jil Eaton's Knitting School: A complete guide to becoming a confident knitter.

Tuesday Tip #34

Tip #34 Add a new ball of yarn at the edge of your knitting leaving a 6 inch tail from the old ball and another 6 inch tail for the new ball.

For a complete set of my tips and tricks, look for my latest book
Jil Eaton's Knitting School: A complete guide to becoming a confident knitter.

Tuesday Tip #33

Tip #33 Enlarge charts on copier for easier reading.

For a complete set of my tips and tricks, look for my latest book
Jil Eaton's Knitting School: A complete guide to becoming a confident knitter.

Tuesday Tip #2

Tip #2 When in doubt, tear it out! A hole or mistake will give you grief throughout the life of the garment, and whatever time it takes to fix will be long forgotten.

For a complete set of my tips and tricks, look for my latest book Jil Eaton's Knitting School: A complete guide to becoming a confident knitter. 

Room with a View

For many years my studio was in a downtown cooperative, but when my son moved out I moved to a beautiful room on our second floor. Light and airy, my studio has a fabulous window view. The commute is great and the rent's even better!

My most recent book Jil Eaton's Knitting School included almost 100 tips and tricks, my special techniques for knitters. Weekly, I'm going to offer tips and tricks on my Facebook and on my Twitter. Enjoy!

Outtakes

I just finished my Fall 2011 Collection, which with both kids and dogs is not an easy shoot!




Photography by Nina Fuller