I am just beginning...my first cast-on and everything. Is it better to start with lighter colors of knit opposed to darker colors so it is easier to see the stiches?
2006-08-14 05:51:16 · 9 answers · asked by ? 4 in Games & Recreation ➔ Hobbies & Crafts
My recommendation for beginners would be a variegated yarn, something that stripes, or shifts in colors every now and again. That way, you really can see where each row begins and ends because they end up in different colors.
Otherwise it shouldn't matter whether or not it's dark yarn as long as you have good lighting to see it by. Never underestimate the power of good lighting- it is so fundamental.
2006-08-17 13:56:12 · answer #1 · answered by sandra_panda 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you want to hide icky stitches, you should use a fuzzy yarn, and do something like a scarf. If you use a smooth yarn, the stitches will be easier to see. If you're just beginning, it's better to work on something just to practice, and then just rip it out and start over. Working on the fuzzy yarns can be difficult for a beginner. I used to make pot-holders and dish rags as practice. It doesn't matter what colors you use, if your stitches are messed up, you will be able to see the change in pattern regardless of what color the yarn is. Check out a knitting book from your local library! :) Free, and great advice!
2006-08-14 13:49:08 · answer #2 · answered by Tessa ♥ 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are a beginner start with a lighter or brighter yarn as opposed to blacks, browns and navy and stay away from those fuzzy yarns. A scarf is a good beginner project. Also count your stitches every row because beginners tend to drop or pickup stitches without realizing it.
Been knitting since I was 6. That was over 40 years ago. Taught a few friends and relatives to knit.
2006-08-14 13:02:59 · answer #3 · answered by scarlettt_ohara 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you cant decide, go for more of a medium blue. Thats what I started out on and It worked! Now I am a knitting machine.
Oh yeah, start out with the thick and chunky yarn at your local michaels.
2006-08-14 15:07:10 · answer #4 · answered by [[Milissa xoxo]] 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Generally stitches are easier to see in a light colored, smooth yarn.
2006-08-14 13:13:46 · answer #5 · answered by halfjackd 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Start with which ever color you want. If there is one you can see better, start with that one. It's your choice. Good luck and have fun!
2006-08-14 13:05:50 · answer #6 · answered by agentamber005 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
seeing stitches is more about lighting but counting with fingers is good as well - thick rather than fuzzy yarn
2006-08-18 01:15:37 · answer #7 · answered by mini prophet of fubar 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
start with darker colors
2006-08-14 12:57:27 · answer #8 · answered by Adrian R 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
it doesn't really matter what color you use but if you can see the stitches better with a light color good for you just have fun.................
2006-08-14 12:55:49 · answer #9 · answered by darian72003 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋