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