One swatch tutorial to rule them all, this pattern will leave no question marks to haunt your mind. With clear, simple instructions, and friendly upbeat writing, this detailed pattern will take the stress out of learning how to obtain correct gauge, and help you navigate the pitfalls of knitting a swatch with ease.

An un-skippable step in learning to knit, and the cornerstone of each successful project, the gauge swatch is a necessity that cannot be ignored. In the end, your gauge will be responsible for how satisfied you are with the results of your hard work! This written tutorial was aimed at helping you understand, and master the practice of knitting a gauge swatch prior to starting a new project.