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General Knitting Help :: RE: How did you learn your craft?

Author: Sandy
Posted: Wed Aug 27, 2008 10:57 pm (GMT -4)
Topic Replies: 1

My grandma taught me how to knit back when I was in junior high. I didn't ever do much with it for a lot of years, but started up again a couple of years ago. I haven't put it down since.
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Knitting Techniques :: RE: Knitting Socks???

Author: Sandy
Posted: Wed Aug 27, 2008 10:40 pm (GMT -4)
Topic Replies: 1

Here's some patterns I found for two needle socks:
http://www.lindascraftique.com/free/tnsocks.htm
http://www.bevscountrycottage.com/kp2.html

There's another one that comes up on www.knittingpatterncentral.com if you type in a search for 'socks' - it is a PDF file so I don't have a link to it, but it is on the first page.

When you are ready to try socks in the round, check out Silver's Sock Class: http://www.cometosilver.com/socks/SockClass_Start.htm. It's the best place to start for knitting in the round on socks!
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Introduce Yourself :: RE: Hi from GA!!

Author: KnittingMale
Posted: Wed Aug 27, 2008 8:09 pm (GMT -4)
Topic Replies: 1

Welcome to the forums!
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Introduce Yourself :: Hi from GA!!

Author: crazykntter83
Subject: Hi from GA!!
Posted: Wed Aug 27, 2008 4:23 pm (GMT -4)
Topic Replies: 1

Hi everyone, I'm Jen! I'm from a small town in GA. I'm going to be 25 in a couple of months. I'm an avid reader, love computers, and love learning how to do anything with my hands, b/c I can never keep still! lol
I've been knitting for about seven years now. I have just now gotten brave enough to learn knew stitches. So far I know knit, peal, knit two together, and yarn over. I'm pretty proud of myself! The more I learn, the more I want to learn more and more. I'm trying to get brave enough to do double pointed needles and and circulars. For my b-day, I plan on going to the arts and crafts stores in the next town over. Is there any books, pattern books, or supplies anyone would recommend that I buy? Thanks so much, I look forward to posting here, and getting to know all of ya'll!

Knitting Techniques :: Knitting Socks???

Author: crazykntter83
Subject: Knitting Socks???
Posted: Wed Aug 27, 2008 12:20 pm (GMT -4)
Topic Replies: 1

I've been knitting for about 7 years now. I'm just now trying to learn new patterns. I want to try to knit a pair of socks, but the double pointed method looks kinda scary, and the circular needle method seems confusing(I'm hopeless, I know lol). I'm just wondering if anyone knows of a method that I can use using two standard knitting needles, until I can get my hands on some knitting books? Thanks so much for the help!!!

General Knitting Help :: How did you learn your craft?

Author: VintageEnthusiast
Subject: How did you learn your craft?
Posted: Wed Aug 27, 2008 12:27 am (GMT -4)
Topic Replies: 1

It�s interesting how people like to learn different ways. How did you learn your craft?

Years ago when I learnt crocheting, I did it by reading an old crocheting instructional book. I came across this book at a crafts fair, bought it because I needed something to read on the bus on the way home. I got so interested in it that before walking home from the bus stop, I stopped by the shops and bought my first crochet hook and some yarn. The rest is history. I loved it from day one.

Although my grandmother crocheted all the time, when she was alive I hadn�t really seen any interest in it. But now each time I crochet it reminds me of my grandmother and it makes me feel real good.
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Music :: RE: Black metal

Author: AJA
Posted: Tue Aug 26, 2008 6:29 pm (GMT -4)
Topic Replies: 3

Yay! People always think it's strange when I'm listening to like High on Fire and knitting socks at the same time >.>
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Movies :: RE: Harry Potter

Author: xxJanexx
Posted: Tue Aug 26, 2008 6:03 am (GMT -4)
Topic Replies: 4

Eeeeeek! I can't believe they've postponed the release of HBP til July 2009!!! Noooo!
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Music :: RE: Black metal

Author: xxJanexx
Posted: Tue Aug 26, 2008 5:50 am (GMT -4)
Topic Replies: 3

I'm the same, I can get into anything. I like country but I hate dance music..
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Last item completed - R dishcloth (mail me and I'll give you a link to the site I got it from)

Last movie watched - The Dark Knight

Last book read - A Place Called Here by Cecelia Ahern

Knitting Patterns :: RE: ladies cardigan

Author: Linda71
Subject: cardigan pattern
Posted: Tue Aug 26, 2008 1:25 am (GMT -4)
Topic Replies: 2

Sandy,
Thanks for the suggestion. I have used this site for crochet info and patterns. I did find a sweater that I think I will knit. Linda

Knitting Patterns :: RE: ladies cardigan

Author: Sandy
Posted: Mon Aug 25, 2008 10:50 pm (GMT -4)
Topic Replies: 2

Have you looked on www.knittingpatterncentral.com for one? All their patterns are free, and include links to off-site pattern as well, like www.lionbrand.com and www.bernat.com.
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Knitting Patterns :: ladies cardigan

Author: Linda71
Subject: ladies cardigan
Posted: Mon Aug 25, 2008 12:01 pm (GMT -4)
Topic Replies: 2

Hi, I am looking for a pattern for a ladies cardigan, free or otherwise. I want a semi-fitted, buttons or zipper, stockinette stitch pattern. I would like a little standup collar or ordinary collar. Can anyone help?
Thanks

Introduce Yourself :: RE: Greetings from Portland

Author: Elaine
Subject: John B.
Posted: Sun Aug 24, 2008 9:49 pm (GMT -4)
Topic Replies: 1

Welcome

Beautiful sweater!! Looks soooo soft!!

With winter on it's way in Wisconsin, it makes me think I should get going on some winter sweaters.

Elaine

Introduce Yourself :: Greetings from Portland

Author: JohnB
Subject: Greetings from Portland
Posted: Sun Aug 24, 2008 3:28 pm (GMT -4)
Topic Replies: 1

Hi,

I live in the Pacific Northwest and I'm a big fan of bold fashion and knitwear.
I also love to run and golf.

I'm glad to find this great forum!

Cheers

p.s.
the photo is my newest sweater

Knitting Techniques :: Intarsia design with ragged edges

Author: ptown
Subject: Intarsia design with ragged edges
Posted: Sun Aug 24, 2008 1:54 pm (GMT -4)
Topic Replies: 0

I have been asked to knit a sweater with a heart (5 inch) on the front and a peace sign on the back. The sweater is blue and the designs are cream. The gauge is 3 stiches per inch. It is a really soft baby alpaca yarn. Because the gauge is large, the edges of the the heart and peace sign are quite stair step looking and it bothers me. Is there a way to use an embroidery stitch or a crochet stitch to finish off the edges and give it a cleaner look. Thanks.