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Knitting abbreviations English - French

Louise Posted on July 09 2021

GET HERE ALL THE MOST COMMON KNITTING ABBREVIATIONS WE USE IN OUR KNITTING PATTERNS IN ENGLISH AND FRENCH You will find in this table all the knitting abbreviations in English and French allowing you to better understand most knitting patterns but will also help you to translate knitting patterns from...

How to Knit Mittens (or Thrummed Mittens)

Louise Posted on February 24 2021

How to insert your fleece tips (or how to lard) your knitting Larded mittens (or thrummed mittens) originate in the Newfoundland and Labrador region. It is said that sailors who went to sea carried this type of mitts in which small pieces of fiber were inserted. Here are the steps...

Casting on Toe-up: the Turkish Cast On Method

Louise Posted on February 15 2021

Here is a technique that allows you to cast on stitches to knit socks "toe-up". This type of cast on is known as a "toe-up" cast on that is called the "Turkish Cast-on". This video is in french with english subtitles and is followed by illustrated explanations in pictures. 1...

The story of Biscotte self-striping AUTORAYANTEᵐᶜ Yarn

self-striping yarn

Louise Posted on January 15 2021

Discover the story behind our self-striping Autorayanteᵐᶜ hand-dyed yarn below. In English we use the term "self-striping" but since Biscotte Yarns was precursor in its field of expertise, no word existed in the French language to designate this type of color. It is thus in March 2009 that the owners...

How to Knit Cables Without a Cable Needle

Louise Posted on November 19 2020

Welcome to another episode of our online knitting class :) In this video, you will discover how to knit cables without using a cable needle (auxiliary needle). This technique requires a little practice at first but once mastered, you'll love knitting the cables. It's so much easier to knit the...

Knitting charts: tips and tricks

Louise Posted on November 13 2020

Knitting charts… They intimidate several knitters! They may seem scary when you look at the sum of these little squares filled with various mystical symbols aligned together... Do not panic : The thing is to get organized ! First, here are the basic rules for reading knitting charts. The knitting...

The beauty of tonals, semi-solid yarns

Posted on November 06 2020

In the world of indie dyers, there is no such thing as solid colour. It has to do with dying the wool after it has been spun. Commercial yarn brands dye the wool before they spin it into balls; they have the space and the huge vats. Small variances in...

How to cast-on a shawl using the Garter Tab Cast-on technique

Louise Posted on November 04 2020

This technique is often used to start the knitting of a shawl. It is a way of casting on the stitches around a small tab of garter stitch to avoid the formation of a "hollow" at the base of the shawl, in order to produce a nice uniform border. This...

grafting - kitchener stitch video tutorial

Knitting tutorial video - Grafting (or kitchener stitch) method explained

Louise Posted on November 02 2020

In this knitting tutorial, learn how to sew two rows of stitches together using the grafting technique, also known as "kitchener stitch". The grafting technique is often used to close the toe of a sock, for example. You will also see it on the shoulders of a sweater or in...

Yarn pooling: what it is and how to manage it

Louise Posted on September 07 2020

Knitting with artisanal yarns requires certain knowledge. First of all you need to know how to wash hand-dyed yarns and you will find a very detailed article on this subject by clicking HERE. Once the issue of care is covered, let's talk about what is commonly known in knitting language...

Pure wool or what?

Posted on June 23 2020

Nowadays, we use the word wool in all its sauces: cotton wool, mineral wool, steel wool and glass wool ... But know that pure wool literally is defined on the site Wikipedia Legally, the term « wool » refers to the fibers of the sheep and the fibers of other...

Prepare your next visit to your local yarn store

Louise Posted on May 25 2020

At Biscotte Yarns, we are privileged to welcome many knitters each year. Some of them come from far away to pick up the wool of happiness in our shop. To the attention of these knitting enthusiasts, we have prepared a list of things to remember before a visit to a...

How to Knit Japanese Short Rows in the Round

Andrea Posted on September 24 2019

I've recently found this absolutely FANTASTIC method of knitting Short Rows and I'm so excited to share it with you if you haven't already discovered it. I don't know if you have come across this issue; when you are knitting short Rows in the round everything is going very smoothly...

Adele’s Mohair Magic Gift Pack

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Andrea Posted on September 10 2019

I was so excited to receive my Mohair Magic Gift Pack from Biscotte Yarns! Just one look at this beautiful and unique set of yarns and I knew I was in for a treat! . Adele’s Mohair is a story that would inspire, make you feel warm and fuzzy...

Knitting with Silk

Andrea Posted on May 15 2019

Summer is just around the corner and I'm not one to put down my knitting for the season. I go into withdrawals from knitting after an hour usually! And I tend to knit with all fibers all year long. However it is nice to have garments knit with fibers that...

How to Double Stitch Designs on your Knits

duplicate stitch

Andrea Posted on April 22 2019

If you follow my blog you know how much I love color work. I think it’s an engaging yet relaxing knit, and so very very satisfying! Combining colors and patterns and watching them come to life is where it’s at for me! In saying all that I remember a point...

A Secure way to Sew Buttons on your Knits

Andrea Posted on March 25 2019

I'm in cardigan mode at the moment! They are so versatile and great for this time of year when you don't want to wear a coat but still need a layer of warmth. They are also great to have on hand to throw on when you are cold and then...

Biscotte Yarns and space!

Posted on February 20 2019

Recently, Biscotte Yarns had the opportunity to participate in a truly "special space" project thanks to a knitting enthusiast who is also part of the staff of the Canadian Space Agency (CSA) in Saint-Hubert. It was in his spare time that Mr. Dubé developed a model of a hat inspired...

How to Make the Perfect Button Holes

Andrea Posted on February 19 2019

I love cardigans! They can be worn anytime of the year regardless of the season and are very versatile. Whether complimenting an outfit or using as your very own cozy blanket with sleeves they are a must have in everyone’s wardrobe. One thing that makes them versatile is the fact...

How to Tighten a Loose Neckline

Andrea Posted on February 09 2019

Have you ever knit the perfect sweater with a lovely wide neck only to realize that when you knit this top down little number you forgot to use the smaller needle size that was recommended for the ribbing resulting in the collar being just a tad wider than you would...

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