Knitting Abbreviations

At first, knitting abbreviations seem very confusing. However, you will soon realize that the common abbreviations appear in knitting patterns again and again.

I have listed the most common abbreviations below but you might also find it useful to have a look at my glossary of knitting terms.

The key is to keep calm and carry on no matter how complicated the pattern seems.

I have found that most of the mistakes I have made have happened because I have misread the pattern. However, making mistakes is the best way to learn so I try to look at any setback as a positive experience!

Learning knitting jargon is like learning a new language. It seems like gobbledygook at first but before you know it you will be understanding snippets here and there.

If I can learn how to read patterns, then I think anyone can. (I am not known for my patience!)

Good luck and I hope your project turns out well.