Circular Knitting for Beginners & Beyond | Book

Learn to knit in the round with confidence. Kate Atherley’s practical guide covers circular needles, DPNs, flexible trios and magic loop, with step-by-step instructions, troubleshooting advice and 10 skill-building projects.

Ready to knit in the round? Find the method that works for you.

Whether you’re picking up circular needles for the first time or looking for a better way to knit small circumferences, Circular Knitting for Beginners and Beyond by Kate Atherley helps you get started with confidence.

This practical guide takes you through the tools and techniques for knitting in the round, from circular needles and interchangeable sets to double-pointed needles (DPNs) and flexible trios. Clear, step-by-step instructions explain each method, helping you choose the right approach for your project and your knitting style.

Explore magic loop, knitting with two circular needles and working with short circulars. Discover the benefits of circular knitting, including fewer seams and the pleasure of knitting stocking stitch without alternating knit and purl rows.

Inside you’ll find:

• A guide to circular knitting needles and tools, with advice on choosing what you need.
• Step-by-step instructions for a range of methods, so you can try them and find your favourites.
• 10 skill-building projects, including a beret, cowl and mittens, to put your new techniques into practice.
• Troubleshooting advice to help you spot mistakes, correct them and keep going.
• An encouraging reference for your first hat or pair of mittens, and a useful stepping stone towards socks and seamless garments.

About the author

Kate Atherley is a knitting author, teacher and technical editor known for her clear, approachable explanations. With a background in mathematics and technology, she brings a practical eye for detail to techniques that help knitters build their skills.