How to Knit a Top Down Cardigan for Kids: A Step-by-Step Guide
How to knit a top down cardigan for kids, explained with step-by-step photos. From collar cast-on to working the sleeves in the round, every stage shown on the needles.
Tips and Tutorials
Practical knitting and crochet guides for anyone making something for a baby or child. Technique notes, reference guides, sizing charts, and honest answers to the questions that come up mid-project. All written by Jane Burns, with 18 years of experience designing for babies and children.
Children’s Hat Size Chart Knitting Guide: 2 Key Head Measurements
A children’s hat size chart for knitting, covering head circumference and head length from premature to age 11. Measure first, cast on second, and get a hat that actually fits.
Yarn Substitution Chart for UK Knitting: Stylecraft, Yarnsmiths and Cascade DK
A free interactive yarn substitution chart for UK knitting, with shade matches across Stylecraft Special DK, Yarnsmiths DK and Cascade 220. Find the nearest colour match without the guesswork.
Knitting Needle Size Conversion Chart: UK, US & Metric
My grandmother Violet never needed a knitting needle size conversion chart. I absolutely do. If you’ve ever picked up a vintage pattern and been baffled by the needle sizing — or inherited a beautiful set of old needles with numbers that make no sense — this is the chart you need. Old UK, metric and US sizes, all in one place.
Jean Greenhowe Knitting Patterns and What They Actually Teach You
Jean Greenhowe knitting patterns are satisfying, quick, and deceptively good skills training. Here’s what toy knitting actually teaches you, and why those skills show up directly in children’s character garment design.
Crochet Abbreviations UK: Every Term You Need to Know Including UK vs US Differences
Every crochet abbreviation you will ever need, in one place. This free UK crochet abbreviations guide covers every term used in Jane Burns patterns, plus a clear explanation of the differences between UK and US crochet terms. Perfect for anyone following a baby or children’s crochet pattern.