How to knit perfect buttonholes

We know finishing a knitted garment well is never easy. It requires patience, attention to detail, and a bit of method. But there's one thing that can truly make a difference: tackling each step by step. This is the real guarantee of success, especially when working on an important project like a cardigan or an open-front sweater.

In previous posts, we've already covered two fundamental aspects:
👉 How to Cast On
👉 How to Bind Off

Today, however, we're focusing on another crucial element: buttonholes.

Horizontal and Vertical Buttonholes: Which to Choose?

Most patterns feature horizontal buttonholes, which are practical and easy to adapt to common buttons. But in some cases, especially if you want a more refined or unique effect, you can also create vertical buttonholes.

Whatever your choice, I've selected some clear and effective video tutorials for you to learn how to create perfect buttonholes, based on the knitting technique you use.

🔹 If you knit with the English style (yarn in the right hand)

This video tutorial shows you how to make horizontal buttonholes simply and neatly. You'll understand everything in just a few minutes!

🔹 If you knit with the Continental style (yarn in the left hand)

There's also a dedicated video for you: same result, but with a method designed for those who hold the yarn differently.

🎁 Vertical Buttonholes: An Extra Touch

And now for the icing on the cake: let's learn how to create vertical buttonholes, using the same yarn as the border. The result? An elegant effect and a finish that resembles 1x1 ribbing, but with a more refined touch.

In the video tutorial I'm suggesting, the YouTuber has her own unique style: she's neither Continental nor English. Watching her reminded me of the Sicilian women of yesteryear, who would wrap the yarn around their necks to keep it taut and knit with precision and freedom of movement.

I hope this post was helpful.
I'm sure that, from today on, your buttonholes will be perfect.
See you next time! 💛