Knitting with SweetGeorgia

This is where it all began. Two sticks and some string. Knitting is the craft that Felicia Lo first learned back when she was about 10 years old, working from an old black and white booklet, and trying to decipher the illustrations. Using some hand-me-down aluminum Aero knitting needles and a box of leftover yarns, it became the start of an obsession with yarn and making things.

A lot of people begin knitting during childhood, often with a family member, creating bonds while knitting memories together. Or perhaps you have been intrigued by the idea of making beautiful items to keep you warm. Whether you’re starting from scratch or seeking a quick refresher, at SweetGeorgia, we are here to assist you with your knitting adventure.

Knitting Needles & Yarn
How to Knit: Techniques & Tutorials
Be Adventurous & Try New Techniques!
Colourwork is Magic!
Calling All Sock Knitters
Knitting Patterns & Inspiration
Support in Learning to Knit
Next Steps

Knitting Needles & Yarn

array of tough love sock in various colours... which sock yarn is right for you? — SweetGeorgia Tough Love Sock yarn.

To start, we just need a set of knitting needles and some yarn. Just “sticks and string”! But what yarn and what kind of needle do we need? We’ve got you covered with various articles on all these topics.

Yarn Articles:

Yarn Fibre Articles:

Yarn Tool Articles:

Yarn Care Articles:

How to Knit: Techniques & Tutorials

Five by Five cowl knitting project in-progress using SweetGeorgia Double Dragon colourway — Knitting the Five by Five cowl with multiple strands of SweetGeorgia yarns.

Let us help you begin your journey into knitted fabric with confidence and creativity. Whether you’re just picking up needles for the first time or looking to build a strong foundation, we’ve gathered a collection of articles and courses designed to guide you every step of the way.

Simple Projects for Learning:

Learn to Knit Your First Scarf

How-To Cast On:

How-To Articles:

Core Basic Knitting Courses:

Be Adventurous & Try New Techniques!

Knitting lever style for my handspun Nightshift shawl — Knitting “lever style” on the Nightshift shawl with handspun yarn from SweetGeorgia fibre.

We love exploring new techniques, finding inspiration, and creating exciting new projects. Here are some of our favourite ways to stay adventurous!

Deep Dive Articles:

Swatching & Gauge:

Next-Step Courses:

Design Courses:

Colourwork is Magic!

Choosing colours for colourwork knitting — Colourwork swatch.

Using more than one colour in your knitting can feel like pure magic. Whether you’re working with stripes, stranded colourwork, mosaic patterns, or holding multiple strands together, the possibilities are endless. Here’s a list of resources to spark your creativity and inspire your next colourful project!

Colour Articles:

Colour Technique Articles:

Colourwork Courses:

Download the Colours for Colourwork Guide

Interested in help with how to choose colours for stranded colourwork knitting? Bring life to your colourwork design with our downloadable PDF guide which includes helpful tips for choosing colour combinations!

Calling All Sock Knitters

4 pairs of colourful Back to Basics Socks knitting pattern knit in SweetGeorgia Tough Love Sock yarn — Back to Basics Socks.

Handknitted socks are everywhere, and for a good reason: they’re a true delight to make and wear. Every October, the knitting community comes together for Socktober, a month-long knit-along celebrating socks of all kinds. Want to join the fun? Here’s everything you need to get started knitting your own socks!

Articles:

Sock Courses:

Knitting Patterns & Inspiration

Five Shawls to Dispel Winter's Chill. SweetGeorgia Yarns. — Reverb shawl, free knitting pattern with SweetGeorgia!

Feeling the excitement to cast on multiple projects; this is entirely normal. At SweetGeorgia Yarns, we’re thrilled to offer a huge selection of patterns.

Free Patterns:

Popular Paid Patterns:

Members of the School of SweetGeorgia have access to dozens of free patterns; many of these patterns are taught in our courses, allowing you to interact with instructors in our community forums for guidance.

Additionally, you’ll find a wide selection of patterns available for purchase on the SweetGeorgia Yarns site, allowing you to expand your knitting possibilities with ease.

Support in Learning to Knit

Felicia’s Alpine Bloom pullover project — design by Caitlin Hunter

We understand that sometimes an article might not provide the support you need, and that’s okay. We have a few different ways to reach out for help or just have a fibre chat.

Community Resources:

At the School of SweetGeorgia, we’ve built a vibrant and welcoming community of fibre-loving makers, passionate instructors, and dedicated staff. Whether you’re looking for guidance on a new technique or just need a little creative encouragement, we’re here to support you every step of the way.
Not yet a member of the School? We invite you to come and see what it is all about! Use the code: EXPLORETHESCHOOL to save 15% on an All-Access monthly membership!
We welcome you to join us in SweetGeorgia + Co. This is where we share projects that inspire, have fibre-filled conversations, host make-alongs, and participate in a variety of virtual meetings! We discuss all things knitting, crocheting, spinning, weaving, machine knitting, and more!
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Next Steps

Wildflower Breeze Hat pattern by Andrea Rangel knit in SweetGeorgia BFL+Silk Fine — Wildflower Breeze Hat, designed by Andrea Rangel, is a free knitting pattern with the School of SweetGeorgia membership.

Further explorations:

Feeling adventurous? Consider trying to dye your own yarn. Acid, fibre-reactive, or natural dyeing, these techniques offer exciting new ways to add that special touch to your crocheting.

Learn to create colour combinations, starting with our free course, Colour Play.
Alternatively, explore spinning your own yarns. Nothing is more magical than crocheting with handspun yarn. With over 20 spinning courses (and more on the way) dedicated solely to spinning, you’ll find everything you need to embark on this new skill.
Feeling adventurous? Consider trying to dye your own yarn. Acid, fibre-reactive, or natural dyeing, these techniques offer exciting new ways to add that special touch to your crocheting.

At SweetGeorgia Yarns, it’s all about unapologetic colour. We embrace knitting in our daily lives and want to share this with you as well. Join our community of creativity!