How to Knit a Square: A Simple Beginner Tutorial + Video

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Hi friends!

If you've been curious about learning how to knit, I’ve got the perfect place for you to start: knitting a simple square! This week, I uploaded a brand-new video to my YouTube channel where I walk you through exactly how to cast on, knit, and bind off — everything you need to know to complete your very first knitting project.

You can watch the full tutorial here:
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Why Start With a Square?

Knitting a square may sound basic, but it’s actually the perfect project for beginners. Here’s why:

  • Practice makes progress – You’ll get comfortable with the basic knit stitch (also called garter stitch).

  • No pressure – No shaping, increasing, or decreasing. Just rows of soothing, meditative knitting.

  • Endless uses – Turn your square into a coaster, dishcloth, patchwork for a blanket, or even use it to test out yarn before starting a bigger project.

Personally I will create a patchwork blanket with all my squares and in the upcoming videos I will show you how to do this and we can learn together.

What You'll Need


  • A pair of knitting needles (I recommend size US 8 / 5mm for beginners)

  • Worsted weight yarn

  • Scissors

  • A yarn needle for weaving in ends

And that’s it! No fancy tools required. If you would like to knit something chunky, you can change the needle size. The recommended needle size should be located on the yarn ball label, if not just ask your local yarn shop owner, they are always helpful.

Step-by-Step Highlights (In Case You Like Written Instructions)

  1. Cast On 30 stitches– I show you how to do the basic cast on in the video, but any method you like will work.

  2. Knit Every Row – until you reach your desired square height. This creates the garter stitch texture that looks great on both sides.

  3. Bind Off – Don’t worry, I’ll walk you through this step too, so your square looks neat and finished.

Extra Tips for Beginners

  • Don’t stress about your tension at first — it will get more even with practice.

  • Try to knit a few squares using different yarns or colors to explore what you like.

  • If your square turns out a little wobbly or wonky, that’s totally normal! It’s part of the learning process.

Have Questions? Let’s Chat!

Leave a comment on the video or right here on the blog if you have any questions, or if you’d like me to cover something else in the next tutorial. I love hearing from fellow yarn lovers.

Happy knitting,
Moss & Tread

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