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Close-up of light blue knitting on bamboo needles showing dropped stitches in knitting, with a laddered stitch highlighted by a circle and secured using a stitch marker.

Dropped Stitches in Knitting: What They Are, Why They Happen, and How to Fix Them

Dropped stitches in knitting can look scary, but they’re one of the most common and fixable mistakes beginners make. If a stitch slips off your needle, it can unravel downward and create a visible gap in your fabric. This guide explains what dropped stitches are, why they happen, and how to fix them step by step—so you can knit with more confidence and less frustration.

Knitting Knowledge

Silly Monkey Knits

3 days ago5 min read

Close-up of knitting needles working with blue yarn that is splitting into strands, showing common causes of yarn splitting while knitting such as loose yarn, sharp needle tips, and tight knitting tension.

Why Does Yarn Split While Knitting? Common Causes & Easy Fixes

Yarn splitting while knitting is a common frustration for beginners and experienced knitters alike. If your needle keeps piercing the yarn instead of catching the whole stitch, the problem may lie in your yarn type, needle choice, tension, or technique. This guide explains why yarn splits while knitting and shares simple, practical fixes to help you create smoother, cleaner stitches with less frustration.

Silly Monkey Knits

Feb 65 min read

A cozy winter knitting scene showing mustard-colored fabric on needles beside yarn balls, a warm mug, and glasses, with the text ‘Beginner Knitting Mistakes in Winter — And What to Do Instead,’ illustrating common beginner knitting mistakes in winter.

Beginner Knitting Mistakes in Winter — and How to Fix Them

Beginner knitting mistakes in winter are more common than you think. Cold weather, low light, and cozy but uncomfortable habits can make knitting feel harder than it should. This guide shows the most common winter mistakes new knitters make — from project choices to environment setup — and simple ways to fix them so you can enjoy calm, confident knitting all season long.

Knitting Knowledge

Silly Monkey Knits

Jan 164 min read

A cozy winter scene showing multiple yarn balls on a wooden table beside a frosty window. Each yarn displays common winter problems: static frizz, tangled strands, frayed broken ends, and a pilled red swatch. The text ‘Winter Yarn Problems’ appears above the yarns to highlight seasonal fiber issues.

10 Winter Yarn Problems Knitters Face — And How to Fix Them

Winter changes how yarn behaves—static, brittleness, breakage, tangles, pilling, slow drying, and musty storage become common problems. Cold air and low humidity affect fiber moisture, strength, and friction. With better humidity control, gentle washing, proper storage, and mindful handling, you can keep your yarn soft, smooth, and easy to knit all season long.

Knitting Health

Silly Monkey Knits

Dec 19, 20256 min read