So I bought a set of the Tile devices and I couldn’t get the one to work from inside my card case. I figured it’s RFID blocking maybe it’s just blocking the signal and left it at that.. I don’t know how many hours I spend each week trying to figure out where I set … Continue reading “The TLDR ICYMI: That Green Thing”
Author: KnitsKnacks
Creator of KnitsKnacks.com
Started knitting in May 2007
Welcome 2026!
Hey all! I’ve made a few changes to the website, added a page for my IG feed, and links to sub categories. I removed a plugin and tried to clean up any instances that used this plugin’s features but if you find something that’s not working please let me know! (You can also let me … Continue reading “Welcome 2026!”
Happy New Year!
I hope you all have had a lovely holiday season! This evening I will be finding some sort of indoor exercise to do to off set the karmic points for the snacks I’ll be eating later. Then some dishes and other things around the house, like cleaning up some to make a new sitting area … Continue reading “Happy New Year!”
Happy Holidays!
The weather is getting colder? San Diego weather can be very confusing. Our rain is interesting, as in by definition yes it’s rain but when compared to other places.. I question why we call it rain when it’s enough to make your dirty car dirtier but not enough to fully rinse it off. TLDR: I … Continue reading “Happy Holidays!”
Knitting Needles
Size does matter! If you’re looking to get started, I’d recommend checking out my Getting Started post for which needles to get. If you’ve been knitting a while and are looking to move forward in purchasing another pair of needles for a project then you’re in the right place. The size of needle you need … Continue reading “Knitting Needles”
Getting Started: Learning to Knit
So I could make my own videos, but I’m a fan of “If it ain’t broke don’t fix it” and other folks have put the time and effort to make great content, let’s share that! There are books dedicated to casting on and casting off, such as Cast On, Bind Off: 54 Step-by-Step Methods. I’m … Continue reading “Getting Started: Learning to Knit”
Balancing Weight
Hey folks! It’s been a minute since I posted an update. I am still trying to navigate posting content specific to knitting and also the general life updates of knitting! I’ve been going to Knitter’s Anonymous meetings (aka knitting group) and have been busy working on my resume amongst other things! I have many ends … Continue reading “Balancing Weight”
Getting Started with Knitting: Is it for me?
Is knitting for you? How do you decide this without trying it first? I dunno… I just had a feeling. How KnitsKnacks got started I saw my grandma do it and wanted to too. Unfortunately, my mom only knew how to crochet and I tried that too but I didn’t like how chunky it felt … Continue reading “Getting Started with Knitting: Is it for me?”
Getting Started with Knitting: What You Need
What you Need 1. Knitting Needles Look for a US 8 or US 9 wooden knitting needle. The larger sizes will make it easier to see your stitches as you learn to read your work. There are many types of Knitting Needles but for getting started you mainly just need the pair of neeedles. Whether … Continue reading “Getting Started with Knitting: What You Need”
My Knitting Bag
My knitting Go bag – notions I carry/considerations & power bank etc. I am a fan of that TV series Bones and every time I think of my bags, whether it be for work or knitting, etc. I think of that episode “A Boy in a Tree” about a case at a private prep school … Continue reading “My Knitting Bag”