Sarah, Author at Yarn Enchantment - Your knitting and crochet blog

February 17, 2025

A small triangular knitted swatch on a wooden needle, showing the result of "k2tog" decreases along the edges, creating a symmetrical shape.

Knit 2 Together (k2tog)

How to knit the k2tog (knit two together) technique, a simple right-leaning decrease perfect for shaping garments, lacework, and more. Learn tips, uses, and how it compares to left-leaning decreases like SSK.

February 13, 2025

Close-up of hands working on a double-folded knitted edge using a crochet hook. The light blue knitted fabric is being secured with a blue metal crochet hook, with knitting needles visible in the background on a wooden surface.

Double Folded Edge with Crochet Hook

A double-folded edge adds a clean, professional finish to knitting projects. In this blog post, I’ll show you how to create a double-folded edge as a bind-off method using a crochet hook.

February 11, 2025

A knitted square using the intarsia technique, depicting a landscape with green hills, two trees with red apples, white clouds, and a purple butterfly against a light blue sky.

My First Intarsia Knitting Project

Even if it isn't perfect the first time, trying it out and embracing the imperfection is really important. It's often in these imperfections that we discover the key to growth and creativity.

February 8, 2025

How to Knit k2tog tbl: Easy Left-Leaning Decrease Guide

How to knit the k2tog tbl (knit two together through the back loop) technique! This beginner-friendly decrease creates a left-leaning, twisted stitch perfect for shaping garments, lace knitting, and adding decorative texture to your projects.

February 4, 2025

A flat lay of handmade crochet items in soft mint green and cream colors, displayed on a wooden surface. The collection includes two drawstring pouches with star stitch patterns, two rectangular washcloths, and several small star-shaped motifs. A small white pot with a green succulent is placed in the top right corner, adding a decorative touch to the arrangement.

Jade Serenity Spa Set | Headband

This handmade headband, created using the beautiful star stitch technique, is the perfect accessory for self-care or a thoughtful gift. In this step-by-step tutorial, I’ll guide you through the entire process - from working around a hair tie to creating the stunning flower-like texture and neat edges.

January 30, 2025