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π§° 6 Tools That Make Knitting From Charts Easier
There are a few skills that can completely change the way you knit.
Knitting from a chart is definitely one of them.
But knowing how to read a chart is only half the battle.
The other half is keeping your place.
Lose track of your row and a beautiful chart turns into a confusing grid of squares.
The good news is you don't need much to stay on track.
A few simple tools can do most of the work for you.
And some of them are even free.
Here are our favorites:
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Premium Knitting Chart Keeper by Knit Picks
βGet it from Knit Picksβ
Magnetic chart holder | 4 magnets | 12 x 9 in open
The magnets hold your chart and mark your row, even when you close it between sessions. Snap the back and it stands up like an easel.
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Line Magnifier by Prym
βGet it from Amazonβ
Magnifying ruler | Works with a magnet board
Lay it across your chart and the row you're on gets bigger. Pair it with a magnetic board and slide it up one row at a time.
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Bright Sticky Notes
βGet it from Amazonβ
3 x 3 in pads | Bright colors
The cheapest chart tool there is. Cover the rows you haven't knit yet and move the note up as you go.
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knitCompanion
βGet it from knitCompanionβ
Pattern app | iPhone, iPad, Android and Kindle
Load a PDF pattern and it keeps your place in the chart with row markers and counters. The app is free, and the setup tools come with a subscription after a 7-day free trial.
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Stitch Fiddle
βUse it free at Stitch Fiddleβ
Online chart maker | Works in your browser
Draw your own colorwork, lace or cable charts right in your browser. It's free to start, with a paid Premium version for extras.
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Stitch Maps from JC Briar
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Grid-free charts | Huge stitch collection
These charts are drawn without a grid, so the symbols sit together the way your stitches do in the fabric. It's a fun way to see how lace really flows.
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Conclusion
So there you have it!
A few simple tools that make knitting from charts a whole lot easier.
But what do you think?
What do you use to keep your place in a chart?
Hit reply and share your feedback. I can't respond to everyone, but we read every response!
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Decoding Charts: Live This Saturday
Want to try these tools on a real chart? This Saturday, October 24, at noon Eastern, we're reading charts together in a live 90-minute workshop on Zoom. We'll even look at free online tools for charting your own ideas.
Bring your questions and get them answered live. Can't make it? Everything is recorded, and you'll be able to watch it within 24 hours.
Until Thursday at midnight Pacific, magazine readers get a ticket for only $20.
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Daily Stitch
Seeded Rib Check Stitch
This reversible stitch uses only knits and purls to make a ribbed checkerboard. It's a perfect first chart to practice on.
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Knitting season is also dry hands season, and rough fingers love to snag your yarn. This concentrated cream forms a protective layer that locks in moisture. It's unscented and non-greasy, so you can put it on and go back to your knitting.
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