Resources

  • Yarn Chicken

    The suspenseful game of determining if you have enough yarn to complete the row/round or even the entire project.

  • Worked Flat

    When something is “worked flat” it is 2 dimensional, think blankets or scarves. It will generally have a “right side” and a “wrong side”. While it is possible to create garments while working flat, by sewing up sides, it is more common to work in the round. Here are some other posts about projects worked…

  • Stockinette Stitch (aka St st)

    This indicates that if you are working flat you are knitting one row and then purling the next. If you are working in the round you knit all rounds.

  • Knitting in the Round

    “Knitting in the Round” is a technique often used in sweaters and other garments. When listed on a pattern this indicates that the project is tubular. The round is created when the two ends of the cast on are joined so the “right side” and “wrong side” become an “inside” or an “outside”.

  • Knitting in Public

    Engaging in knitting activities in public spaces, often as part of social events with fellow crafters. It’s also common to be “knitting” as in sitting with your people and talking rather than knitting. It’s not rude if you’re knitting while they talk to you or vice versa. Also, if you reply with a number, it’s…

  • Bus Project

    A project suitable for bus travel, compact, and manageable during your trip. Generally circular needles will be best for these so that if you drop your needle you won’t have to go far to look for it! You may also want to check out What makes it an Airplane or Bus Project?

  • Airplane Project

    A project suitable for airplane travel, small enough to fit in your carry-on and last the duration of your flight. Note: You should check with the authorities to determine what, if any, needles are allowed. Flying within the states seems to not be an issue but international flights may pose more of a problem. You may…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…