Pick Up Stitches Along a Straight Edge | Beginner-Friendly Tutorial

In this video, I’ll show you how to pick up and knit stitches along a lateral edge — a versatile technique that allows you to add new sections, borders, or knit in a different direction without starting a new piece. You’ll see how it looks on both the right side and the wrong side of your work, creating a neat and polished seam. I’ll also explain how to identify the first stitch of each row, pick up stitches row by row, and avoid common mistakes like picking up the wrong stitch. Picking up and knitting stitches is a helpful technique for adding clean edges, button bands, borders, or expanding your project in new directions, making it perfect for both practical and decorative purposes. This tutorial is perfect for beginners, as well as for anyone who wants to refresh their skills or get a clear overview of how and why to use this technique. You’ll learn not just the steps, but also tips and explanations to understand how it works and why it creates a neat, professional finish. Follow along for more: @hoco.workshops | @studioceliahoste Enjoy your knitting journey! 🧶