Cosy Companion Guidebook

The Cosy Companion Guidebook is your essential hub for tea cosy knitting, design, and technique. Whether you're new to knitting or ready to level up your skills, the guidebook offers step-by-step articles, practical advice, and video tutorials tailored to every experience level. Learn how to choose yarn, size your cosy, sketch designs, and master the stitches used in TeaCosyFolk patterns. With guidance for beginners and creative tips for seasoned knitters, it’s packed with answers to your questions and inspiration to fuel your next project. Updated regularly, The Cosy Companion is where every great tea cosy journey begins.

Knitting Know-How & Cosy Chronicles

Explore our growing library of articles packed with tips, techniques, and tea cosy tales — designed to inspire and guide knitters of all levels.

Free Sewing Pattern to Make a Mannequin for Your Chocolate Orange Covers

Chocolate orange cosies are a firm favourite among knitters; quick to make, endlessly charming, and perfect for gifting at Christmas, Easter, birthdays, or just because.


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Stitches That Go Bump in the Brew. A Knitter's Guide to Halloween Tea Cosy Patterns

For knitters, the changing seasons bring fresh inspiration and autumn is the perfect time to dive into themed tea cosy knitting patterns that celebrate Halloween.


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The Unique TeaCosyFolk Head Stabilizer for Character Tea Cosy Heads

One of the questions I’m asked most often is: How do you sew the head onto a tea cosy so it doesn’t wobble about like a bobblehead?


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Watch & Stitch: Video Tutorials

Prefer to learn by watching? Our bite-sized videos walk you through techniques, fixes, and finishing touches — all in a friendly, accessible format.

How to Mark Along a Row in Knitting - Tea Cosy Tips and Techniques

Marking along a row in knitting is a simple technique that makes complex designs easier to manage. Learn how and why it matters in TeaCosyFolk patterns.


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Knit 1 Under Loose Strand (K1 ULS) Textured Knitting Stitch Tutorial and Tea Cosy Pattern Ideas

If you're looking to add depth, dimension, and visual interest to your knitting projects, the Knit 1 Under Loose Strand technique; often abbreviated as K1 ULS, is a must-try.


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Technique to Knit a Vintage Tea Cosy That Looks Like a Traditional English Tea Cosy

Ready to give your teapot a vintage makeover? This classic knitting technique brings retro tea cosy charm to life, whether you're aiming for a 1950s flourish or a handmade Victorian masterpiece.


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