Stitch Fiddle
stitchfiddle.comOnline chart maker for knitting, crochet and cross stitch
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Knitting websites, tools and shops
The best websites for knitters: free patterns, chart makers, yarn shops, needles and classes.
89 sites in 13 categories
New to knitting? Start here
Knitting needs very little to start: a pair of needles, a ball of smooth yarn and a pattern written for beginners. Choose a light-coloured worsted or DK weight yarn so you can see your stitches, and needles in the size the yarn label suggests.
Learn the knit stitch, the purl stitch, casting on and binding off from free videos, then make a scarf, a dishcloth or a simple hat. Tin Can Knits, Sheep and Stitch and DROPS publish free beginner patterns, and Ravelry lets you filter thousands of free patterns by difficulty and yarn weight.
When you move on to colourwork or lace, a chart maker helps you plan motifs, and YarnSub helps you replace a yarn that is discontinued or out of budget. Always knit a gauge swatch before a garment: it is the single biggest factor in whether a sweater fits.
- Learn the basics
CraftsyVideo classes for sewing, quilting, knitting and more
- Find a first pattern
RavelryThe largest database of knitting and crochet patterns and yarns
- Get supplies
DROPS DesignThousands of free knitting and crochet patterns from a yarn brand
- Ask for help
GatheredCraft magazine site with free patterns and how-tos
Chart Makers for Knitting, Crochet & Cross Stitch 8
CategoryChart Minder
chartminder.comFree web app for creating knitting and crochet charts
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DesignaKnit
softbyte.co.ukGarment and stitch design software for hand and machine knitters
Knitting
Incompetech Graph Paper
incompetech.comFree printable graph paper, including knitter’s graph paper
KnittingCrochetCross Stitch
Intwined Pattern Studio
intwinedstudio.comPattern writing software for knitwear designers
Knitting
Knit Visualizer
knitfoundry.comDesktop knitting chart software with standard stitch symbols
Knitting
Stitchmastery
stitchmastery.comKnitting chart editor used by professional pattern designers
Knitting
Tricksy Knitter
tricksyknitter.comSimple online knitting chart designer
Knitting
Photo to Pattern Converters 1
CategoryCraft Apps & Reference Tools 4
CategoryYarnSub
yarnsub.comFind a substitute yarn for any pattern
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Craft Yarn Council
craftyarncouncil.comYarn weight, hook and needle standards and sizing charts
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knitCompanion
knitcompanion.comApp for following knitting and crochet patterns
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Ribblr
ribblr.comInteractive knitting and crochet patterns with built-in counters
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Pattern Libraries & Marketplaces 5
CategoryRavelry
ravelry.comThe largest database of knitting and crochet patterns and yarns
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LoveCrafts
lovecrafts.comCraft marketplace for yarn, patterns and supplies
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Etsy
etsy.comMarketplace where thousands of designers sell digital patterns
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Interweave
interweave.comKnitting and crochet patterns, magazines and books
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Makerist
makerist.comPattern marketplace and video courses for sewing and knitting
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Free Pattern Websites 3
CategoryKnitting & Crochet Designers 10
CategoryPurl Soho
purlsoho.comNew York yarn and fabric shop with hundreds of free patterns
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Tin Can Knits
tincanknits.comSize-inclusive knitting patterns and a free beginner series
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Daisy Farm Crafts
daisyfarmcrafts.comFree crochet patterns and beginner tutorials
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Drea Renee Knits
dreareneeknits.comBold, textured knitwear patterns by Andrea Mowry
Knitting
Kate Davies Designs
katedaviesdesigns.comScottish colourwork knitting patterns, yarn and books
Knitting
PetiteKnit
petiteknit.comPopular Danish knitwear patterns
Knitting
Sarah Maker
sarahmaker.comCrochet and knitting patterns with beginner guides
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Sheep and Stitch
sheepandstitch.comKnitting tutorials and patterns for beginners
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Very Pink Knits
verypink.comKnitting video tutorials and patterns
Knitting
Ysolda
ysolda.comKnitting patterns, books and tools from Edinburgh
Knitting
Yarn Brands 28
CategoryLion Brand Yarn
lionbrand.comFamily-owned American yarn brand with thousands of free patterns
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Yarnspirations
yarnspirations.comHome of Bernat, Caron and Patons yarn, with free patterns
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Berroco
berroco.comAmerican yarn company with many free patterns
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Blue Sky Fibers
blueskyfibers.comNatural-fibre yarns including alpaca and cotton
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Brooklyn Tweed
brooklyntweed.comAmerican wool yarns and designer patterns
Knitting
Cascade Yarns
cascadeyarns.comWool yarns including the classic Cascade 220
KnittingCrochet
Hedgehog Fibres
hedgehogfibres.comHand-dyed speckled yarns from Ireland
Knitting
Hobbii
hobbii.comDanish yarn shop and brand with free patterns
KnittingCrochet
Juniper Moon Farm
junipermoonfarm.comYarns and patterns with a farm-to-needle story
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Katia
katia.comSpanish yarn brand with seasonal pattern collections
KnittingCrochet
King Cole
kingcole.comBritish yarn brand and pattern publisher
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Knit Picks
knitpicks.comAffordable yarn, needles and patterns sold direct
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Lang Yarns
langyarns.comSwiss yarn brand with high-quality fibres
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Madelinetosh
madelinetosh.comHand-dyed yarns in saturated colours
Knitting
Malabrigo Yarn
malabrigoyarn.comHand-dyed merino yarns from Uruguay
KnittingCrochet
Manos del Uruguay
manos.com.uyHand-dyed yarns made by artisan cooperatives
KnittingCrochet
Plymouth Yarn
plymouthyarn.comYarn company with a wide range and free patterns
KnittingCrochet
Premier Yarns
premieryarns.comAffordable yarns with free patterns
KnittingCrochet
Quince & Co.
quinceandco.comAmerican-spun yarns and modern patterns
Knitting
Rico Design
rico-design.deGerman yarns, kits and craft supplies
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Rowan
knitrowan.comBritish yarns and designer knitting patterns
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Schachenmayr
schachenmayr.comGerman yarn brand with knitting and crochet patterns
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Scheepjes
scheepjes.comDutch yarn brand famous for crochet-alongs
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Sirdar
sirdar.comBritish yarn brand for knitting and crochet
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Stylecraft
stylecraft-yarns.co.ukBritish yarns for crochet blankets and everyday knitting
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Universal Yarn
universalyarn.comYarns from budget to luxury, with free patterns
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West Yorkshire Spinners
wyspinners.comBritish wool yarns spun in Yorkshire
Knitting
Woolfolk
woolfolkyarn.comUltimate merino yarns in a minimal palette
Knitting
Online Yarn Shops 11
CategoryDarn Good Yarn
darngoodyarn.comRecycled and sustainable yarns and kits
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Deramores
deramores.comUK online yarn shop with many brands
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Herrschners
herrschners.comYarn and needlecraft kits by mail and online
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Hobby Lobby
hobbylobby.comAmerican craft chain selling yarn, fabric and needlework
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Ice Yarns
iceyarns.comLow-cost yarns shipped worldwide
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Jimmy Beans Wool
jimmybeanswool.comAmerican online yarn shop and kits
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Knitting Fever
knittingfever.comDistributor of international yarn brands
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Mary Maxim
marymaxim.comYarn, kits and craft supplies since 1950s
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Michaels
michaels.comNorth American craft chain with yarn and supplies
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WEBS — yarn.com
yarn.comLarge American yarn store with its own Valley Yarns
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Wool Warehouse
woolwarehouse.co.ukUK yarn shop with low prices and many brands
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Online Fabric Stores 2
CategoryNeedles, Hooks & Sewing Tools 8
CategoryClover
clover-mfg.comJapanese notions, hooks, needles and Wonder Clips
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ChiaoGoo
chiaogoo.comInterchangeable and circular knitting needles
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Cocoknits
cocoknits.comKnitting accessories and the Cocoknits Method
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HiyaHiya
hiyahiya.comKnitting needles and accessories
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KnitPro
knitpro.euWooden and metal knitting needles and crochet hooks
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Knitter's Pride
knitterspride.comKnitting needles and crochet hooks
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LYKKE
lykkecrafts.comDriftwood interchangeable needles and crochet hooks
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Prym
prym.comGerman haberdashery, needles and sewing tools
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Sewing, Quilting & Knitting Machines 1
CategoryOnline Craft Classes & Tutorials 6
CategoryCraftsy
craftsy.comVideo classes for sewing, quilting, knitting and more
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Creativebug
creativebug.comCraft video classes, often free through public libraries
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Domestika
domestika.orgCreative courses, including embroidery, knitting and crochet
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KnittingHelp.com
knittinghelp.comFree knitting technique videos for beginners
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New Stitch a Day
newstitchaday.comFree video library of knitting and crochet stitches
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Skillshare
skillshare.comCreative class platform with many craft classes
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Communities, Guilds & Magazines 2
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