Knitters!

Cable? 7 Replies

I know how to knit and purl, cast on and off, and all the basic stuff, but I'd really like to learn how to do cable. First of all, do I need any special supplies, needles or anything? And second, HOW…

Started by Shannon DeCourcey. Last reply by Barb Langlois Jan 25.

Any Machine Knitters?

I am new to machine knitting and am looking for a learning group. Thank you, Debi

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Started by Debi Tullier Dec. 8, 2009.

Video demos

How many of you use the video demos. I myself find them to be very helpful. Just curious.

Started by quiltma Nov. 23, 2009.

ISO Knitting-inspired fabric

ISO Knitting-inspired fabric I am seeking some knitting inspired fabric to make gift bags for my hand knitted Christmas gifts. Can anybody point me in the right direction? Thanks!

Started by Karin Rex Nov. 15, 2009.

Video: How to Knit - Increase Stitches

This video will show you how to Increase a stitch with a "Yarn Over." A Yarn Over usually is shown abbreviated in a pattern as "yo". Follow along and see how easy it is to actually do! Anyone can…

Tagged: Stitches, Knit

Started by Susan Nov. 12, 2009.

How to Knit Perpendicular 1 Reply

This is one of the methods for knitting perpendicular (i.e. out of the fabric). This method prepares the stitches before hand rather than picking up the stitches after you complete the main piece.…

Tagged: knit, perpendicular, tutorial, technique, knitting

Started by Susan. Last reply by Vickey Nov. 3, 2009.

knitting on double pointed needles (DPNs) 5 Replies

OK. I'm not an expert, but I have mastered knit, purl, cast off, cast on, and a few other things. But this DPN thing has me stumped. I've checked most of the online videos, but just can't get the han…

Tagged: needles, pointed, double, DPN

Started by Agnes Cleary. Last reply by Agnes Cleary Oct. 28, 2009.

DPN 2 Replies

I use DPN's for most of my hat "recipes". I also use those cone shaped rubber "stop thingies" that keep my stitches from leaving the needle when I'm not looking :) Sorry, I can't remember the name of…

Started by Sewbusy. Last reply by Mary Lou Oct. 27, 2009.

knitting sweaters from the neck down 2 Replies

Does anyone have any favorite patterns for sweaters that are knit from the neck down? I love knitting this way and it's hard to find sweaters that have stripes or patterns that are knit this way. I…

Started by Sue Militello. Last reply by Sue Militello Oct. 27, 2009.

How to Purl? 4 Replies

I have mastered the basic knit stitch but cannot comprehend how to purl stitches. I like to knit prayer shawls for my church & would like to improve my knitting skills but don't have funds for le…

Started by Margaret "Marty" Cobb. Last reply by Margaret "Marty" Cobb Oct. 27, 2009.