DIY Knot Stitch Markers
Every project that we make in knitting and crochet is a series of knots that make a beautiful fabric. Learn how to make the Pipa knot and how to turn it into your own stitch marker. Using cotton cord to make your knot stitch markers also gives you the opportunity to dye it your favorite color! Grab your materials and make along with me!
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DIY Stitch Markers
Stitch markers are an essential too for all knitters and crocheters. They help us keep track of where we are in a pattern, special stitch sections of a pattern, stitch counts and more.
There are two types of stitch markers, locking and ring stitch markers. Typically, locking stitch markers are used for crochet but they can also be used for knitting, if their opening is large enough. Some locking stitch markers are similar to safety pins while others have lobster clasps to hook onto your project.
The biggest difference is a locking stitch marker is removable at any time, while a ring stitch marker needs to have stitch worked to the marker before it can be removed.
Materials
If you want to make your own knot stitch markers follow along with the video tutorial below and grab your materials from the list below to make your own!
OPTIONAL: Kool-Aid for dying your finished knot stitch markers. Learn how to dye your own yarn and cord with this great Kool-Aid dying yarn tutorial
Share Your Makes
If you make one of these stitch markers, or any DIY stitch marker, please share with us in the Marly’s Minions Facebook group! We would love to see how you have been inspired by these tutorials.
LIVE Tutorial
When you watch the live tutorial don’t forget to comment and let us know if you would be interested in doing this event again next year. If you want to see more stitch marker styles would you also be interested in purchasing a kit? Let us know in the comments!
DIY Stitch Marker Event
Stitch markers are fun to collect and fun to make. Over the next 12 weekdays Katelyn will show you a different way to make stitch markers. From simple to more complicated you will find beautiful ways to make stitch markers and new techniques of crafts along the way.
Learn more about the event and sign up for email notifications on our announcement blog post here: https://marlybird.com/diy-stitch-marker-event/
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make these stitch markers any color I want?
Oh yes, you totally can! The great thing about using cotton cord is that you can dye it your favorite color. The tutorial even mentions using Kool-Aid for dying, and there’s a link to a great tutorial on how to dye your own yarn and cord with it!
What kind of cord should I use for these knot stitch markers?
Honestly, you have a couple of good options! The materials list suggests either cotton cord or suede cord. Both would probably work great for making these cute little knot stitch markers.
What do I need to make these stitch markers besides the cord?
So here’s the thing… besides the cord, you’ll need some scissors to cut it, and then jump rings and chain nose pliers to put it all together. If you want to make them colorful, grab some Kool-Aid too!
What’s the difference between locking and ring stitch markers?
Yes! That’s a great question. Locking stitch markers can be removed anytime, kind of like a safety pin. Ring stitch markers, though, you have to work a stitch to the marker before you can take it off.
Where can I share my finished knot stitch markers?
I would LOVE to see them! Please share a picture in the Marly’s Minions Facebook group. We’d be so happy to see how you’ve been inspired by this tutorial!
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