7 Helpful & Easy Knitting Ideas for Beginners
Knitting is a very forgiving hobby. You don’t have to do it well, you just have to do it and accept where you are. It’ll change. You’ll get better and your life will be richer for it.!
Beginner
What is Wool Yarn Anyway?
Sometimes people use the words “wool” and “yarn” interchangeably. So what is wool yarn? And is yarn the same as wool?
What is a Yarn Bra & Do I Really Need One?
If your yarn ball or skein isn’t contained, you are in for some real problems. In this article, we’ll go over the why and the how of yarn bras – for yarn balls and skeins.
Your Knitting Library: Don’t Buy that “How to Knit” Book!
“How to Knit” books cover the basics of how to make a knit stitch, a purl stitch, casting on, casting off. They might give you more, they might not.
The Big 3 Chunky Knitting Yarn Weight Questions
What size is chunky yarn?
Can I use chunky yarn for arm knitting?
Can I use chunky yarn for making a blanket?
9 Sites to Download Free Knitting Patterns
Everyone loves free knitting patterns. The following list is of some of my favorite sites that will let you download free patterns at the drop of a needle.
Fast Knitting Projects for Beginners (& Everyone Else)
How do you measure knitting speed? Do you count it in stitches/minute, or the amount of time it takes for you to finish a project? The truly speedy knitters measure it in stitches/minute, but maybe you just want to have a pile of finished objects to show off to friends and family. Many beginning knitters … Read more
The Boyfriend Curse: Beware of Gifting Your Knitting
What is the “boyfriend curse?” The boyfriend curse kicks in when we knit something for a loved one, a boyfriend, and expect them to appreciate all the time, effort, skill that went into choosing just the right pattern, just the right yarn, and then, the knitting, the skill, the time…you get the idea. Too often, … Read more
4 Ways “Overweight” Yarns Help Beginning Knitters
I don’t knit with bulky, chunky, or jumbo yarns very often. I don’t like the way the stitches look. They seem awkward and lacking in subtlety. Overblown, usually. But there are times when bulky yarn, or larger, is a great choice. When you’re in a hurry… Your winter hat is gone. Who knows where. Maybe … Read more
The Best Beginning Knitting Pattern is …. a Scarf
I’ve said this many, many times. The answer to the perennial question: “what should my first knitting project be?” or “what is the best beginning knitting pattern?” is a scarf. It’s been a scarf for centuries and I expect it will be a scarf for many more. Why? KISS: Keep It Simple, Silly! When you’re … Read more