I want a hobby - so I thought knitting. Does anyone know any good websites or have any advice they can give me. I am a complete beginner! I don't know anything about the needles or stitches or what kind of wool to use! Thanks
2007-03-01 20:15:57 · 10 answers · asked by Kate 3 in Games & Recreation ➔ Hobbies & Crafts
BTW - I'm in Turkey so unable to attend any classes.
2007-03-01 20:26:17 · update #1
Start with a size 5-6 mm in diameter needle and some cheap, light colored yarn. Getting yarn that is tightly wound and mostly acrylic (or other man-made materials) and a worsted weight... 2-3 mm in diameter... is the easiest to begin with.
The BEST thing would be to have someone who is a knitter teach you how (the basics shouldn't take more than one evening). If that is not possible, use the website http://knittinghelp.com to learn. They have videos on the very basics (starting AKA casting on, knitting, purling, and ending AKA casting off) as well as more advanced techniques when you get to that point. There are also free patterns and a forum if you find you need more help.
Don't expect too much to come of your very first try, but after a short time you should be able to make a simple scarf, or sew together a bunch of "scarves" to make an afghan!
Good luck.. and watch out, it's addicting!
2007-03-02 01:21:55 · answer #1 · answered by shortstuf_2 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
ok.. properly first of all..i admire knitting.. it is so relaxing! however the needle length, provided that your a starter, you may get it no longer that tall as a results of fact the extra taller that's, the extra extra good it variety of gets. you could decide on any variety of yarn, in simple terms something which you will have the means to adhere with. there are various distinctive techniques of knitting. like case in point, i'm able to knit a distinctive way that my chum does. yet once you decide directly to start knitting, you could desire to be very affected person and watch and study. you additionally can in simple terms ask an authority! with a bit of luck this helps! :)
2016-10-02 06:11:00 · answer #2 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The best place to start is www.knittinghelp.com they have a lot of videos from first starting, to more advanced things. I learned a lot from watching those. http://www.expertvillage.com/search.htm?tag=knitting this is also a really good site, since you don't know much about needles or other things. She shows different needles, different tools, and different types of yarn. Its a great place to check out.
2007-03-02 03:53:19 · answer #3 · answered by becca 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try the Lion Brand Yarn website.
2007-03-02 02:25:48 · answer #4 · answered by 5gr8k9s 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try going to Spotlight!
They sometimes have beginner knitting classes.
2007-03-01 20:23:35 · answer #5 · answered by ling l 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I actually just started a couple days ago myself and I have the book Stitch 'N B***h and it is GREAT. It has really simple illustrations for you to follow. I've already almost finished my first scarf.
2007-03-02 04:48:28 · answer #6 · answered by mthcowgirl 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should invest in the book Stitch N B*tch.
2007-03-02 02:15:21 · answer #7 · answered by deejay30 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
http://www.knittinghelp.com/knitting/basic_techniques/
2007-03-02 03:44:55 · answer #8 · answered by DeborahDel 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Start guide: http://www.gurl.com/findout/guides/articles/0,,666615,00.html
Free patterns: http://www.knittinghelp.com/knitting/free_patterns/
Books: http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/search-handle-form/ref=dp_srsubj_allbutton/002-7944813-4219238
2007-03-01 20:43:04 · answer #9 · answered by ◄I am...► 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
http://www.white-works.com/index.html...
http://www.e-patternscentral.com/?source...
http://www.knittingonthenet.com/index.ht...
http://www.diynetwork.com/diy/shows_dkng...
http://www.woodsnwind.com/
http://www.coatsandclark.com/crafts/knit...
http://www.geocities.com/love2knit_dishcloths/
I hope these web pages show you a FREE pattern that you like.
Jenn
2007-03-02 04:23:24 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋