What is knitting? -- Tools and yarn -- Lessons and projects: Casting on -- Knit stitch -- Binding off -- Darning in your ends -- How to read a knitting pattern -- Measuring gauge -- Project 1: Washcloth: Overcasting -- Project 2: Headband: How to make tassels and fringes -- How to sew on a snap fastener -- Project 3: Sunglasses case: Joining a new ball of yarn -- Backstitch -- Project 4: Doll Blanket -- Project 5: Doll: Purl stitch -- Stokinette stitch -- Project 6: Scrunchie: Ribbing -- Twisted cord -- Project 7: Amulet bag: How to make pom-poms -- Abbreviations -- Project 8: Ribbed scarf: Simple decrease -- Project 9: Cat toy: Knitted applique -- Project 10: House cushion -- Project 11: Teddy bear puppet: Simple increase: Half hitch -- Project 12: Kerchief -- Project 13: Kite bookmark: Yarn over -- Project 14: Pot holder -- Project 15: Drawstring purse -- Project 16: Fashion doll dress -- Project 17: Backpack: Picking up stitches -- Project 18: Coaster -- Project 19: Place mat: I-cord -- Project 20: Tote bag.