Learning how to knit is easier than you think when you’ve got the right setup. Our Having A Yarn beginner knit kits include everything you need to learn to knit from scratch. All the materials, tools, and step-by-step instructions to help you make your first knitting project a total success. It’s the perfect way to slow down, get creative, and feel proud of what you make.

Here’s how it works:

1. Unpack your kit and check out what’s inside.
2. Watch the video tutorial or follow the written guide.
3. Learn the basic stitches like casting on, knitting, and casting off.
4. Keep going — and before you know it, you’ll have your first handmade creation.

Casting on is the very first step in making your hand knit blanket. It’s how you create the starting row of stitches that sets the width of your blanket and gives it structure. Since our Having A Yarn beginner knit kits are designed for arm knitting (no needles needed), casting on simply means creating your first chain of loops with your hands.

To get started, lay your yarn out on a flat surface and make a slip knot to form your first loop. From there, pull new loops through one by one to create a chain — this becomes your foundation row. The number of loops you cast on will determine how wide your blanket will be, so make sure to follow the guide in your kit for the perfect size.

Our video and written instructions show you exactly how to cast on step-by-step, making it easy to learn the motion and build confidence as you go. Once your first row is ready, you’re all set to start knitting your cosy, handmade blanket.

Finger knitting and hand knitting are super similar — they both use your hands instead of needles to create soft, chunky stitches. The main difference is that hand knitting uses thicker yarn, which means your project comes together faster and feels extra cosy.

Our Having A Yarn beginner knit kits are perfect for learning this style because the technique is just like finger knitting, only on a bigger scale. You’ll loop and weave the yarn with your hands to build your rows, creating that same relaxing rhythm — just with thicker yarn and chunkier results.

If you’ve ever tried finger knitting, you’ll pick up hand knitting in no time. It’s beginner-friendly, super satisfying, and the easiest way to make a beautiful knitted blanket or DIY knitting project without any needles needed.

Our chunky yarn is what makes every Having A Yarn knit kit so soft, squishy, and satisfying to work with. It’s custom made just for us and measures a generous 2cm thick, giving your projects that plush, oversized look everyone loves.

We use chenille polyester yarn, which has a velvety texture that feels smooth in your hands and gives your finished piece a beautiful, fluffy finish. Chenille (pronounced “sheh-neel”) actually means “caterpillar” in French — fitting, since the yarn’s soft, fuzzy fibres look a bit like a caterpillar’s texture!

Our chunky chenille yarn is durable, cosy, and perfect for hand knitting or arm knitting. It’s beginner-friendly and glides easily as you work, helping you create stunning knitted blankets and other DIY projects you’ll be proud of.