How to Knit From a Graph

Pictures and patterns for knitting are usually given in a graph or chart form. If you're new to this, here are some handy hints.

1. 

    Note that each square of the graph or chart represents one stitch and one row of knitting.
   Note that each square of the graph or chart represents one stitch and one row of knitting. However, if the pattern indicates otherwise, follow its instructions instead.
2. 

    Work the knit rows on the graph or chart from right to left and the purl rows from left to right.
   Work the knit rows on the graph or chart from right to left and the purl rows from left to right.
   • Even-numbered rows are known as the purl rows.
   • Odd-numbered rows are know as the knit rows.
3. 

    Note that the various colours that are to be worked will often be indicated by different symbols.
   Note that the various colours that are to be worked will often be indicated by different symbols. Look for the code that denotes the colours.
   • If you're working with a number of colours, it can be easier to colour in the chart with the shades you intend using before beginning to knit.
4. 

    Be careful to work exactly as indicated by the graph or chart.
   Be careful to work exactly as indicated by the graph or chart. It helps to check/mark/tick off rows as they are completed. Use a pencil if you want to remove the marks from the pattern if you're sharing it with friends.

• If you experience problems reading a knitting graph/chart, consider enlarging it by photocopying. Only use it for personal use though.

• Do not resell copies of knitting graphs; this breaches the copyright of the creator and publishers.

• Graph or chart knitting pattern
• Pencil