2007-03-08 06:28:38 · 8 answers · asked by Myra A 2 in Games & Recreation ➔ Hobbies & Crafts
Hi:
The following websites and books might interest you:
Websites:
http://knittingcrochet.suite101.com/article.cfm/beginningofaknitter
http://www.theknitstitch.com/charity.htm
http://www.knittinguniverse.com/xrx/community/KnitU_Detail.php?DigestNumber=1444
http://www.learntoknit.com/instructions_kn.php3
http://www.learn-to-knit.com/
http://www.squidoo.com/knitting
http://www.suite101.com/article.cfm/knitting_the_net/26806/2
http://knitknitting.com/
http://knitting.about.com/
http://wendyknits.net/wendy/knitting.htm
http://www.thefamilyhomestead.com/crochetknit.htm
http://www.knitty.com/ISSUEspring05/FEATspr05TBP.html
http://hobbies.expertvillage.com/interviews/knitting.htm
http://www.knittingfool.com/
http://www.knittinghelp.com/
http://www.letsknit2gether.com/
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Knitting
Books :
he Ultimate Sourcebook of Knitting and Crochet Stiches: Over 900 Great Stitches Detailed for Needle Crafters of Every Level
by Reader's Digest Editors (Editor), Reader's Digest Editors-
A most execellent book on the subject { I own one and agree with it} get this book it nothing else-
Learn to Knit
by Shure
The Knitting Experience Book 1: The Knit Stitch: Inspiration and Instruction, Vol. 1
by Sally Melville, Elaine Rowley (Editor), Alexis Xenakis (Photographer), Alexis Xenakis (Photographer), Xrx Press (Manufactured by)
Beginner Basics (Vogue Knitting on the Go! Series)
by Trisha Malcolm (Editor)
Kids Knitting
by Melanie Falick, Kristin Nicholas (Illustrator), Chris Hartlove (Photographer)
Knitting For Dummies
by Pam Allen, Trisha Malcolm, Rich Tennant (Illustrator), Trisha Malcolm (Foreword by)
Teach Yourself VISUALLY Knitting
by Sharon Turner
Modular Knits: New Techniques for Today's Knitters
by Iris Schreier
Donna Kooler's Encyclopedia of Knitting
by Donna Kooler
Knitting School: A Complete Course
by Sterling Publishing, RCS LIBRI
Big Book of Knitting Stitch Patterns
by Staff of Sterling Publishing
Learning to Knit
by BarCharts, Kaaren Ashley
Learn to Knit
by Sue Whiting (Editor)
Learn To Knit
by Penny Hill, New Holland Publishers Ltd (Produced by)
The Learn to Knit a Sweater Book
by Jean Leinhauser
How to Knit
by Debbie Bliss
Knitter's Lib: Learn to Knit, Crochet, and Free Yourself from Pattern Dependency
by Lena Maikon
Teach Yourself Knitting
by Sally J. Walton
The Easy Learn to Knit in Just One Day
by Staff of the American School of Needlework
Start to Knit
by Alison Dupernex
Decorative Knitting: 100 Practical Techniques, 125 Inspirational Ideas: And over 18 Creative Projects
by Kate Haxell, Luise Roberts
Michaels Book of Needlecrafts: Knitting, Crochet and Embroidery
by Dawn Cusick (Editor), Megan Kirby (Editor), Megan Kirby (Editor), Lark Books (Manufactured by)
Perfectly Brilliant Knits
by Melissa Matthay, Sheryl Thies, Sheryl Thies
The Knitter's Handbook
by Eleanor Van Zandt
Beginner's Guide to Knitting
by Alison Dupernex
Complete Book of Knitting
by Barbara Abbey
All book are available at any bookstore or library
Also check your public library for any books or magazine they have on the subject
Help this helps
2007-03-10 04:14:51 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The VERY best way is to find a friend or local crafter in the area who knows how to knit and take a few lessons. That way they can tell you what you're doing right/wrong and help you if you have problems. The next best thing is to use http://knittinghelp.com which has excellent videos on everything from beginning to end, plus free patterns.
A couple more pointers: Start with knitting needles US size 8-10 or 5-6 mm in Europe. Also use a worsted weight cheap acrylic yarn in a light color. That way it's easier to see your stitches and the project will come apart easily for you to reuse the yarn while you're learning.
Don't expect the very first time out you're going to make something great. But after only a little practice you can make a simple scarf (knit every row) or even sew a bunch of "scarves" together to make an afghan!
Good luck!
2007-03-08 16:26:20 · answer #2 · answered by shortstuf_2 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My favorite book for beginners is "the Knit Stitch" by Sally Melville. The directions are nice and clear, the pics are great, and all of the patterns use the basic knit stitch. I have only been knitting for about a year and a half... one of my first projects was a sweater out of that book and it turned out AWESOME!!! She has two other books that build on the skills in the first. As a side... any better yarn store is more than welcoming to new knitters and they usually have a "Stitch and Sqwak" Night where you can meet other knitters and get basic help! Get knittin'!
2007-03-08 18:38:59 · answer #3 · answered by mlizzye 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you put in " knitting how to video" There are great videos online showing you how to do it. They really help because you can actually SEE it in action.
2007-03-08 15:56:38 · answer #4 · answered by kelly prim 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Me too! I've always wanted to know how to knit!
2007-03-08 14:35:45 · answer #5 · answered by ♥**Me**♥ 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
check out www.diynetwork.com they have lots of tutorials. Then also stop by your local knitting or yarn store and whom ever is working there will give you lots and lots of help and guidance.
other websites are:
www.lionbrand.com
www.bernat.com
www.learntoknit.com
www.michaels.com
2007-03-08 16:41:47 · answer #6 · answered by mewiegele 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
go to a book store and see the many books they have .....or as my wife did...learn from family if that is an option...good luck and be creative...
2007-03-08 14:36:56 · answer #7 · answered by Michael K 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
http://www.knittinghelp.com is the best. They have free videos that are very helpful to the beginner.
2007-03-08 17:11:43 · answer #8 · answered by DishclothDiaries 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋