There’s a ton of cast on types to choose from. As a beginner knitter, learning any cast on is a feat! Now, I learned from a book back when YouTube was just for watching music videos. I find that I fear YouTube for beginners because there isn’t a right or wrong cast on to use … Continue reading “Choosing a Cast On”
Category: Knitting 101
For beginners or anyone brushing up on the basics. (casting on, choosing yarn, types of needles, basic stitches, etc.)
Knitting Styles
When I talk about Knitting Styles, I’m referring to how you hold your needles and work the yarn. There are several types of knitting styles that vary in technique from one to the next. I’m not certain how many there are as they vary depending on the country of origin. So if you are learning … Continue reading “Knitting Styles”
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”
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”