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Fliege1 Kostenlose Strickanleitungen
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‘’Knitting cult‘’ bow tie knitting

This individual knitted accessory is guaranteed to be a highlight as a birthday or Christmas gift. The colour-coordinated accessory goes perfectly with any individual outfit.

The perfect project to use up lonely leftover skeins in beautiful colours to match your outfit.

StineStitch Weihnachtssocken Jacquardmuster 01 Kostenlose Strickanleitungen
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Knitting Jacquard Pattern Christmas Socks

The seasonal Christmas socks from Stine&Stich will make you look forward to cold days with cosy socks on your feet. The socks also make a great Christmas present under the tree.

The beautiful jacquard pattern with candlelight in typical Christmas colours is created from five colours.

Sockenmuster Nikolaus klein e1718720145267 Kostenlose Strickanleitungen
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Knitting St Nicholas sock pattern

How about a pair of knitted socks in a beautiful jacquard pattern to spice up your Christmas boots? Hier haben wir das passende Muster dafür.

GumGum Socken mit dem addiCraSyTrio stricken Kostenlose Strickanleitungen
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Knitting GumGum socks with the addiCraSyTrio

GumGum socks are striped socks without transitions, because they are knitted as a spiral without crossing the yarn. This creates colourful socks.

The technique is great for working with sock yarn remnants, as these can always be worked alternately to form rings until the yarns are used up.

Zunahmeferse stricken 6 Varianten Top Down Kostenlose Strickanleitungen
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Top-Down for all types of needle
Zunahmeferse stricken – Top-Down mit Varianten

The fleegle heel is an easy-to-knit top-down heel and is shaped by increases in the shaft, before the stitches are worked under the heel using german short rows to form a triangular cap.

In this tutorial, we describe step by step how to knit the increase heel in different variants – with addiCraSyTrio, double pointed needles or circular needles with a magic loop.

Strickmuster Kraus rechts stricken lernen fur anfanger Kostenlose Strickanleitungen
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Stricken lernen – Grundlagen
Kraus rechts stricken

Lernen Sie einfach kraus rechts stricken. Wir erklären ausführlich das beliebte Grundmuster.

Schwierigkeit in Reihen: ♥♡♡♡♡

Schwierigkeit in Runden: ♥♥♡♡♡

Strickmuster Perlmuster stricken lernen fur anfanger Kostenlose Strickanleitungen
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Stricken lernen – Grundlagen
Perlmuster stricken

Das Perlmuster lässt sich einfach mit rechten und linken Maschen stricken. Es eignet sich besonders für glatt gestrickte Projekte wie Schals oder Spültücher.

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Kreuzanschlag 15 Kostenlose Strickanleitungen
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Stricken lernen – Grundlagen
Cast on stitches

Lernen Sie den einfach Maschen anzuschlagen mit dem Kreuzanschlag. Wir zeigen Ihnen ausführlich wie der Maschenanschlag beim Stricken funktioniert.

Glatt rechts einfarbig stricken lernen fur anfanger Kostenlose Strickanleitungen
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Stricken lernen – Grundlagen
Rechte Maschen

Rechte Maschen stricken ist ganz einfach und eine Grundmaschenart beim Stricken. Wir zeigen Ihnen ausführlich, wie Sie einfach rechte Maschen stricken – und welche Strickmuster daraus entstehen.

Maschenprobe stricken Zahlrshmen Kostenlose Strickanleitungen
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Stricken lernen – Grundlagen
Maschenprobe beim Stricken

Erfahren Sie, warum eine Maschenprobe wichtig ist und wie Sie eine korrekte Maschenprobe für Ihr Strickprojekt anfertigen.

Maschen abketten durch uberziehen Schritt 00 stricken lernen fur anfanger Kostenlose Strickanleitungen
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How to Cast Off

Lernen Sie, wie man Maschen abkettet. Wir zeigen Ihnen wie der Abschluss eines Strickstücks gelingt.

Glatt rechts Ruckseite stricken lernen fur anfanger Kostenlose Strickanleitungen
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Linke Maschen stricken

Lernen Sie, wie man einfach linke Maschen strickt. In dieser Schritt-für-Schritt-Anleitung zeigen wir Ihnen wie die Grundmaschenart gelingt.

Glatt rechts stricken stricken lernen fur anfanger Kostenlose Strickanleitungen
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Stricken lernen – Grundlagen
Glatt rechts stricken

Glatt rechts stricken ergibt ein besonders schönes, schlichtes Strickmuster. Wir zeigen Ihnen Schritt-für-Schritt wie Sie das Muster als Strickanfänger meistern.

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Fledermaus
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addiExpress Fred Fledermaus

Diese süße Fledermus wird als Halloween-Dekoration innerhalb weniger Minuten einfach mit der Strickmaschine gekurbelt.

Bert Bat decided to leave behind his nocturnal shadow world forever. Now he'll just hang out with his new friend, Mike Monster.

Raglan Strickjacke von oben stricken - Kostenlose Anleitung
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Raglan cardigan top-down knitting

A very easy and adaptable way of knitting a cardigan - for any size and body type, with any yarn. A top-down raglan cardigan can be tried on and adapted during knitting. It also works for any textured pattern.

Anleitung Socken stricken Magic Loop technik Kostenlose Strickanleitungen
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Knitting socks with a circular knitting needle (magic loop method)

The basic instruction to knitting socks with a circular knitting needle (magic loop method). Die ­Maschen werden auf einer Rundstricknadeln in zwei Hälften aufgeteilt – eine liegt auf dem Seil, die andere auf der Nadel. So können kleine Durchmesser mit einer klassischen Rundstricknadel gestrickt werden.

Langyarns Pullunder Sommer Leinen addi Strickanleitungen Kostenlose Strickanleitungen
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Knit a linen summer slipover

A light and loose summer top made from linen yarn is comfortable to wear even on warm days. The slipover is knitted classically from the front and back from the bottom up. Instructions from LANG.

Welche Ferse ist die beste fur meinen Fus Kostenlose Strickanleitungen
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Which heel is the best for my foot?

When knitting socks, there are endless variations for shaping heels - for wide and small feet as well as for a flat or high instep.

Every knitting technique for heels has its advantages and disadvantages...

Herzchen Ferse Kostenlose Strickanleitungen
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Top-Down Instruction – For all needle types
Herzchenferse stricken

The heart heel is a top-down heel with a classic heel flap in which the flap (in contrast to the classic heel) is knitted together in a wedge shape under the heel to create more space for wider heels and feet.

Titelbild Damen-Pullover mit Zopfmuster stricken kostenlose Anleitung
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Zopfmuster Pullover für Damen stricken – Kostenlose Anleitung

Meistern Sie das Zopfmuster-Stricken mit dieser exklusiven, kostenlosen Anleitung für einen Damen-Pullover. Perfekt für Strickbegeisterte, die neue Muster und Techniken entdecken möchten. Beginnen Sie jetzt Ihr nächstes Strickprojekt!

10 einfache Buendchenmuster stricken Kostenlose Strickanleitungen
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10 instructions: Knit simple cuff patterns

A small collection of simple cuff patterns, from classics to varied variations. There is something here for beginners and sock professionals – for classic top-down socks or toe-up.

Babysocken mit Ferse stricken - Top Down mit Käppchenferse und Bandspitze
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Knit baby socks with heel

Baby socks are quick to knit, for using up small sock yarn remnants, and a perfect gift for parents-to-be.

The instructions can be knitted with 4-, 6- and 8-ply sock yarn and describe all the steps for different knitting needles such as addiCraSyTrio, double pointed needles and addiSockwonder.

Loop Ylvie stricken - Alexstrickt
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Knit Ylvie loop

A cozy loop with a simple but very effective pattern. It is knitted from corner to corner in rows and sewn together at the end. The diagonal pattern is created using knit and purl stitches.

Suitable for beginners and quick to knit. A real eye-catcher, designed by Alexstrickt.

Halstuch und Mütze für Kids - kostenlose Anleitung von ONLine
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Scarf and hat for kids

This cross-knitted hat and scarf set for children makes the first cold days a little more colorful. The vivid effect is created by combining three gradient yarns from the ONLine brand.

5 knitting patterns for Christmas gifts
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5 knitting patterns for Christmas gifts

In the festive season, there is hardly anything more personal than handmade Christmas gifts.

Einfache Sockenmuster stricken - einfarbig oder bunt
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10 Instructions: Knitting simple sock patterns

A small collection of simple sock patterns that are created using only knit and purl stitches and bring a bit of variety to your sock drawer. They are suitable for single colour as well as for multicoloured sock yarns.

Jacquardmuster-Socke stricken Kostenlose Anleitung von addi
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Knitting Jacquard Pattern Socks

Have you always wanted to knit jacquard pattern socks? Then this colourful sock tutorial from Stine&Stich is made for you.

A total of four cheerful colours create a pattern sock that promises good mood.

09 Kostenlose Strickanleitungen
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Knitting tunic

A beautiful tunic that is not only fashionable but also comfortable to wear. With this tutorial and high-quality yarn from ONline, you can show off your knitting skills and create a timeless garment for your wardrobe.

Tunika-Top stricken Kostenlose ANleitung von ONline
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Knitting tunic top

A catchy openwork pattern creates an elegant, late summer garment that will challenge your knitting skills appealingly. A tutorial from ONline.

Raglan Lime Summer Shirt Knitting, Summer Knitting Needles
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Summer Shirt Lime

A breezy tutorial for a raglan summer shirt in combination with a light and airy cotton yarn with cooling and comfortable wearing properties. Perfect for warm days.

The instructions are customisable and can be knitted as a shirt or jumper of any length.

Mens jumper knitting - Monza with diamond pattern in Elisa Merino 120
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Knit Men's Sweater "Monza"

The men's jumper Monza with its three-dimensional diamond pattern and the cosy turtleneck is the perfect companion for the colder days. The knitting pattern for the super beautiful men's jumper "Monza" was created in cooperation with Elisa.

Knit or crank felt slippers
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Knitting Felt Slippers

Warm slippers for every foot - knitted slippers made of felt wool are a perfect gift and can be completely customised.

Sweater knitting "Tilda" - free tutorial with easy spiral pattern for beginners - by Alexstrickt ♡ addi.de
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Knitting wrist warmers “Tilda”

These small and very stylish wrist warmers are an ideal in-between project for every knitter. A simple design with a very effective spiral pattern that is easily worked with right and left stitches. Knitted in one piece, they are finished very quickly. In addition, yarn scraps from the stash can be used up wonderfully. Also ideal as a gift!

Knitting Erika Angels - addiExpress Pofessional or Needlepoint/ addiCraSyTrio - Christmas Deco Knitting
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Knit Angel Erika

Angel Erika is a guardian angel with heart and soul. Her dream job for over 200 years. She is easily made from a knitted tube with the addiExpress professional and enchants every year at Christmas.

Toe-Up Socken stricken mit dem addiCraSyTrio Anleitung
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Toe-Up Instruction - addiCraSyTrio
Basic Instructions Toe-Up Socks - addiCraSyTrio
Toe-up socks Socks are knitted from the toe to the cuff. This has the advantage that they can be tried on in between. The shaft can be knitted until the sock wool is used up.
Knitting Toe-Up Ribbon Lace with addiCraSyTrio, Needle Play or addiSock Wonder - free tutorial for beginners
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Toe-up – for all types of needles
Toe-up Classic Roundet Toe

The toe-up band lace is not difficult at all - instead of decreasing, you increase here. The lace starts with only 8 stitches. We explain step by step how to knit the ribbon lace - with addiCraSyTrio, needle play or sock wonder.

Knitting Toe-Up Star Lace with addiCraSyTrio, Needle Play or addiSock Wonder - free tutorial for beginners
Toe-up – for all types of needles
Toe-up Round Toe

The toe-up star lace is not difficult at all - instead of decreasing, you increase here. The lace starts with only 8 stitches. We explain step by step how to knit the ribbon lace - with addiCraSyTrio, needle play or sock wonder.

Knitting a Toe-Up Horseshoe Heel/Cap Heel with addiCraSyTrio, Needle Play or addiSock Wonder - free tutorial for beginners
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Toe-up – for all types of needles
Toe-up classic heel (flap and gusset alternative)

The toe up Classic Heel is a little different than the Classic Heel for toe-up socks. The flap is worked with german short rows.

Step by step we explain how to knit the horseshoe heel – with addiCraSyTrio, DPN or Sockwonder.

Knit Toe-Up Boomerang Heel
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Toe-up – for all types of needles
Knit Toe-Up Boomerang Heel

The boomerang heel is always knitted the same way - whether from the top or the bottom. Others, like the cap heel, need a little adjustment.

We explain step by step how to knit the boomerang heel - with addiCraSyTrio, needle play or sock wonder.

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Draught stopper “door warmer” wind, crochet or knit

Draughty doors? Then we have an idea to seal them in a beautiful and woolly way. So that the heat stays where it belongs. The door warmer can be knitted, crocheted or cranked with the addiExpress knitting machine.

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Basic instruction knitting Beanie

A basic tutorial for a super simple knitted beanie cap with the addiCraSyTrio Long. The beanie is variable in length and thanks to cap table for each wool perfectly adaptable. Just start knitting for warm ears.

Zipfel - Scarf Hat, Book: Cranking instead of knitting
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Winding hooded scarf “Zipfel”

Scarf and hat in one - cosily warm and cranked from just two pieces on the addiExpress Kingsize. This warming multi-talent shows its best side in any weather. Whether big or small - perfect for the whole family.

Children's Sweater Unicorn knitting instructionsIMG 7427 Free knitting instructions
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Magical children's jumper "Unicorn"

Now it's getting magical - when a unicorn jumper is needled on with the addiUnicorn circular knitting needle, unicorn happiness is perfect! The result is a cuddly Unicorn children's jumper that will make the hearts of every little unicorn fan beat faster.

Anl10 Dishcloth Knitting Ready Made Dishcloth 4Knitting Instructions Dishcloth Free Knitting Instructions
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Knitting a dishcloth in a pearl pattern

It's easy to knit a dishcloth yourself - ideal for beginners. With a few loops on the knitting needles and right and optionally purl stitches, you can quickly create a sustainable dishcloth. How to do this is now explained step by step.

Anleitung Twiddle Muff addExpress Kostenlose Strickanleitungen
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Twiddle Muffs - for restless hands
Occupation and activation of the senses for dementia and Alzheimer's patients
The term "twiddle" comes from English and in this context means "to pluck around, to nestle". One also reads "fiddle" in connection with these therapeutic parts, which has the same meaning here.
Anleitung Yoga Socken stricken mit Janine Binder
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Yoga Socks with addi sock wonder

The yoga socks are stretchable and very easy to knit, as there is neither heel nor toe. They fit both men and women from sizes 6 to 11. These socks can easily be made larger or smaller by increasing or reducing the number of stitches.

Free Knitting Instructions Scarf Striped Paule CraSy Sylvie Rasch
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Triangle scarf
“Striped Paule”

To relax today there is once again a stylish scarf for you. A tutorial from CraSy – Sylvie Rasch.

How it works:
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Knit Tie "Knit Cult

The casual knitted tie is a special highlight that can be knitted quickly and is perfect as a gift.

Schal Friese mit Streifen stricken
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Knitted Scarf “Friese”

A scarf for all occasions. Knitted in stockinette stitch with three colors, this colorful scarf is quick to knit and fun to make. Simply choose your favorite colors and get started. So he always fits the wardrobe in color.

Knitting Socks - Propeller Lace Knitting - addiCraSyTrio, Sock Wonder, Needle Set
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Top-down Star Toe

There are many different toe techniques. Two of the most popular are the band toe and the propeller toe.

In this tutorial we describe step by step how to knit the propeller toe – with addiCraSyTrio, DPN and addiSockwonder

Ribbon Lace Knitting - Sock Knitting Tutorial addiCraSyTrio, addiSock Wonder, Needle Set
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For all types of needles
Top-down classic roundet toe

There are many different toe techniques. Two of the most popular are the rounded band toe and the propeller toe..

In this tutorial we describe step by step how to knit the band toe – with addiCraSyTrio, DPN and addiSockwonder.

710 7 addiSockenwunder addiSockwonder Rundstricknadel cicular knitting needle kleine Durchmesser LACE metall 2 5mm 25cm US 0 8 1022 madeinGermany Socken stricken Stimmung1 rgb e1654105656857 Kostenlose Strickanleitungen
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Basic instructions knitting socks for the addiSockwonder

The basic instructions for knitting socks with the addiSockenwonder – miracle for everything small. With a 70 mm Lace tip and a 45 mm Basic tip, it’ s much easier to knit socks with a circular knitting needle.

Top-down Boomerang Heel
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For all types of needle
Top-down Boomerang Heel

There are many different heel techniques. Two of the most popular are the gusset classic heel and the short row boomerang heel.

In this tutorial we describe step by step how to knit the boomerang heel with short rows – with addiCraSyTrio, DPN or Sockwonder.

Knitting a cap heel - How to - addi - Sock knitting
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Top-down Classic Heel - flap and gusset

There are many different heel techniques. Two of the most popular are the gusset classic heel and the short row boomerang heel.

In this tutorial we describe step by step how to knit the classic heel with flap and gusset – with addiCraSyTrio, DPN or Sockwonder.

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Knitting socks with the addiCraSyTrio

The basic instructions for knitting socks with the addiCraSyTrio – The ­stitches are distributed over two needles and are knitted with the third needle – meaning only two needle changes per row. Thanks to the flexible middle part, the needle adjusts to every individual hand.

Knitting socks

Sock charts

In the charts you can find the cast on stitches for each shoe size with each yarn count, but also how, for example, the heel stitches are divided or how long the foot should be.

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