One of the questions we hear time and again from crafters is, “What’s the difference between knitCompanion and a PDF reader?” Or, a similar variant: “Why can’t I just use a PDF reader instead of knitCompanion?” While there is nothing stopping crafters from using PDF readers instead of knitCompanion, we can’t stress enough the VAST experiential differences between knitCompanion and PDF readers. In our humble opinion, they don’t even belong in the same category.  If … Continue reading →

In our previous posts on Magic Markers, we reviewed how to use magic markers to highlight and count stitches. In today’s post, we’ll review how to recolor color work charts to reflect your own personal color choices. With Magic Markers you can: Have the colors in your chart match the yarn you are working with so you no longer need to always remember that “red is green and purple is yellow”. Play with color combinations … Continue reading →

In our previous post, we reviewed how to set up a chart using the Setup + Essentials add on to the knitCompanion app and how to work with a one-tap marker. This month, we’re reviewing how to set up written instructions. Using Setup for written instructions offers greater customization opportunities, such as One Tap Markers, Row Reminders, Voice Controls, and more. Once again, we’ll use the Asterope Shawl pattern by Romi Hill for our examples. … Continue reading →

Crafters will always want to be able to work with ANY PATTERN. knitCompanion’s patented Setup tools have been created to offer individualized customization for working with all types of pattern instruction content. Over the course of this summer, we will explore the Setup tools and how to use them to make keeping track in any pattern (regardless of format or layout) much easier and more streamlined. In this first post we are going to dive … Continue reading →

 is a quick 2 minute tour of knitCompanion. knitCompanion works with any PDF, and is available for Apple, Google Play, and Amazon. Make what inspires you Use knitCompanion with any pattern or skip the setup with one of our kCDesigns. knitCompanion links with Ravelry and supports share/open from other pattern sources, apps, clouds, and websites. With kCDesigns, pick your size and options and then kC generates a project just for you. shop.knitCompanion.com has over 1500 patterns to … Continue reading →