Learn the Why, Not Just the How

Become a more confident knitter with internationally recognized teacher and bestselling author, Patty Lyons.

Featured Course of the Month

Palm Canyon Sweater Class—a fun knit with integrated sleeves and tons of options to customize! A great all-seasons top that will teach you tons of techniques.

Upcoming Live Classes & Events

Techniques & Tutorials

Get to Know Patty Lyons

Patty Lyons is a nationally recognized knitting teacher and the author of the bestselling Patty Lyons’ Knitting Bag of Tricks, which has sold over 150,000 copies. Her forthcoming book, Knitting ER, comes out this fall 2026.

Patty is best known for teaching the “why” of knitting, not just the “how,” in her pursuit of training the “mindful knitter.” You can take classes with Patty at her online Knitting School, as well as at local guilds, shops & knitting shows around the country, as well as at Patty’s own retreats.

Featured Patterns: What’s In Store

Explore our curated selection of knitting patterns, from cozy sweaters to delightful accessories.
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Why Learn With Patty

Join over 100,000 students who have learned with Patty.

Learn the “Why,” Not Just the “How”

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Featured Products

Books, patterns, accessories, and more—handpicked to help you knit better and with more joy.

Knitting Bag of Tricks & the Official Workbook

Over 150,000 copies sold! This must-have guide and its companion workbook are packed with smart fixes, clear explanations, and Patty’s signature “aha!” moments

Palm Canyon Sweater Kit

Get all the custom-dyed Anzula yarn you need at 10% PLUS the full video sweater class.

Knitmoji Stitch Marker Set

Featuring the illustrations of Franklin Habit, these exclusive stitch markers bring to life the Knitmojis from Patty Lyons’ Knitting Bag of Tricks: the Official Workbook!

From Patty’s Knitting Journal

Stay up to date with Patty’s latest events, as well as tips and tutorials.

AffiKNITy 2026 Recap: Yarn, Laughs, Rocking Chairs, and a Little Toilet Paper Knitting

We’re back from Otesaga just over a month, and I’m still thinking about it. Every year I come home from AffiKNITy feeling refilled. Not just ...
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Palm Canyon Video Sweater Class – KAL

Join me for the Palm Canyon KAL! It’s a fun knit with an integrated sleeve and tons of options. There are two different yarns, two ...
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My Twenty-Year Journey to Patty Lyons’ Knitting ER

From the Introduction: “Many years ago, I managed a small yarn shop in the West Village of New York City. I often found a knitter ...
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What Students Say About Learning With Patty

This class is excellent!!! Worth every penny. I have been searching for some time now, to find out how to properly count which row I am on, when working cables and Patty has answered that for me. This simple answer was worth the entire price of the class. She also explains how to do the long-tail cast-on in pattern!! […] Thank you for such a great class!!

Tamara

Student

This class is excellent!!! Worth every penny. I have been searching for some time now, to find out how to properly count which row I am on, when working cables and Patty has answered that for me. This simple answer was worth the entire price of the class. She also explains how to do the long-tail cast-on in pattern!! […] Thank you

Tamara

Student

This class is excellent!!! Worth every penny. I have been searching for some time now, to find out how to properly count which row I am on, when working cables and Patty has answered that for me. This simple answer was worth the entire price of the class. She also explains how to do the long-tail cast-on in pattern!! […] Thank you for such a great class!!

Tamara

Student

This class is excellent!!! Worth every penny. I have been searching for some time now, to find out how to properly count which row I am on, when working cables and Patty has answered that for me. This simple answer was worth the entire price of the class. She also explains how to do the long-tail cast-on in pattern!! […] Thank you

Tamara

Student

This class is excellent!!! Worth every penny. I have been searching for some time now, to find out how to properly count which row I am on, when working cables and Patty has answered that for me. This simple answer was worth the entire price of the class. She also explains how to do the long-tail cast-on in pattern!! […] Thank you for such a great class!!

Tamara

Student

This class is excellent!!! Worth every penny. I have been searching for some time now, to find out how to properly count which row I am on, when working cables and Patty has answered that for me. This simple answer was worth the entire price of the class. She also explains how to do the long-tail cast-on in pattern!! […] Thank you for such a great class!!

-Tamara

Information was utterly practical, made so much sense, [she] answered questions I didn’t even know I had. I still use my notes! Many, many handy tips.

-Debbie A

Patty Lyons is an excellent teacher and extremely knowledgeable about knitting. She loves to teach and wants every knitter to succeed. […] With this class, we will be able to take a pattern and turn it around to fit us, with all our marvelous curves. Anything, in any media and format, by this gem of a lady is well worth your time, effort, and money.

-Barbara

The class was a blast; watching demonstrations on a screen of Patty knitting made visibility so much easier as we could see the intricacies of creating each stitch. In addition she also helped each student individually with demos and explanations. I never had to worry if I was doing the technique wrong because she verified that each student fully understood before moving on.

-Kally A

Patty is an EXCELLENT teacher and gives you so many helpful hints. It is a must for anyone who wants to learn how to do cables and read patterns. Also, enroll in her class—Improve Your Knitting—because it too is very informative and will teach you many invaluable techniques.

-Lisa G

Brain exploding with information – best teacher EVER. I’ve been a big fan of Patty Lyons for some time now. I have her two Craftsy classes and her Annie’s class. Recently she spoke at my guild and I bought two of her Interweave DVDs. Oh . . . my . . . god!!! I thought I was good at fixing mistakes, but I had NO idea how many tricks there were.

-Tammy

This class is excellent!!! Worth every penny. I have been searching for some time now, to find out how to properly count which row I am on, when working cables and Patty has answered that for me. This simple answer was worth the entire price of the class. She also explains how to do the long-tail cast-on in pattern!! […] Thank you for such a great class!!

Tamara

Student

This class is excellent!!! Worth every penny. I have been searching for some time now, to find out how to properly count which row I am on, when working cables and Patty has answered that for me. This simple answer was worth the entire price of the class. She also explains how to do the long-tail cast-on in pattern!! […] Thank you

Tamara

Student

This class is excellent!!! Worth every penny. I have been searching for some time now, to find out how to properly count which row I am on, when working cables and Patty has answered that for me. This simple answer was worth the entire price of the class. She also explains how to do the long-tail cast-on in pattern!! […] Thank you for such a great class!!

Tamara

Student

This class is excellent!!! Worth every penny. I have been searching for some time now, to find out how to properly count which row I am on, when working cables and Patty has answered that for me. This simple answer was worth the entire price of the class. She also explains how to do the long-tail cast-on in pattern!! […] Thank you

Tamara

Student

This class is excellent!!! Worth every penny. I have been searching for some time now, to find out how to properly count which row I am on, when working cables and Patty has answered that for me. This simple answer was worth the entire price of the class. She also explains how to do the long-tail cast-on in pattern!! […] Thank you for such a great class!!

Tamara

Student

Upcoming Workshops & Events

Browse virtual and in-person events, workshops, and retreats in the U.S. and internationally.

Rhinebeck Book Launch & Meet Up!

Join Patty at the New York State Sheep & Wool Festival for the launch of her latest book, Knitting ER. Pre-order your book from Merritt Books to pick your book up in-person.

Munich Knits

Take “Patty’s Knitting Bag of Tricks” workshop live at the Munich Knits festival this November!

Vogue Knitting LIVE! NYC

Come join Patty LIVE in NYC as she returns to this signature event. Stay tuned for class announcements!

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