Knitting

Knitting machines help knitters to create projects more quickly. The machines consist of a flat bed lined with latch-hook style needles that catch the yarn to make a stitch. A carriage holding the...

A shrug is a little sweater that is designed to cover your shoulders and sleeves. Shrugs can be made with short or long sleeves, and complement a variety of body types. To make your own shrug, you...

Hand-knit garments make exquisite gifts for babies. With their soft, cuddly texture, they appeal to youngsters and their parents. They also provide warmth and a sense of security. While blankets,...

This is the second article about how to knit. I will go into some detail about the different types of yarn. The type of yarn you use will determine how your finished product will look.

Although most adults wouldn't wear hand-knit pants, children and babies look adorable in them. Long-john style knit pants are perfect for crawling around the house, or wearing under a cute little...

If you're a knitter looking for a fun and slightly challenging project, try knitting lace patterns. Don't let complicated-looking charts or pattern instructions intimidate you; once you master a...

Knitting and crocheting yarn comes in a huge variety of styles and patterns. Yarn weight is a major consideration when selecting the yarn you will use for a project. Consider it carefully before...

If you knit or crochet, you have a lot of great yarn to choose from. Some yarn is ready to use in pull skeins or balls. But some yarn comes in hanks that must be wound before you can use it. One...

Looking for a way to donate to the needy without going broke in today's economy? Loom knitting is a great way to make rugs for children, and local shelters are always looking for donations. All...

An I CORD is simple to make and can be used for handles on a purse or bag, for ties on hats or as a decorative add on to embellish a garment.

A fishing net can be hand-woven or knitted. Basic knowledge of knitting is required to make the net. Natural fibers such as hemp or cotton work best for this project since wool turns to felt in...

There are many methods for knitting baby hats. When there is a new little one in your life, a hat is a perfect little personalized gift. Hats keep babies warm, and they are so cute too. You will...

Whether you need a fast gift or instant knitted gratification, create a custom knit fish net beanie. Even beginning knitters can tackle the pattern with confidence and quickly complete a fish net...

The style of knit hat known as an earflap hat, also known as a chullo, that has become popular worldwide has origins in the Andes mountains of South America. Fashionable and quick to knit as a...

Eyelash scarves are colorful, fuzzy accessories that complement a variety of outfits. If you want to make your own version of this furry scarf, all you need is some yarn and a pair of knitting...

While circular needles are most often used to create circular knitting pieces, which is called knitting in the round, some knitters prefer to use them for all their knitting, even flat pieces....

Baby hats make sweet gifts for any bundle of joy. Knitting novices shy away from such "complicated" projects, leaning towards simple scarf patterns. A baby hat isn't difficult to make and will...

Brother home knitting machines are devices that consist of a needle bed and a hand-held carriage. You operate the machine by first threading your yarn through the various guides and into the...

The Singer company produced flat-bed knitting machines that worked on the carriage principle, in which the yarn is threaded through a cam box and is passed over the needles which hook the yarn,...

Now that winter is coming, your doll will need some warmer clothes! A good place to start is at the top with a cosy, knitted bonnet. This is a nice little project that will interest your child and...

Knitting Golf club head covers lets you combine your love of golf and of knitting. It can also be a way to make gifts for the golfer in your life. Thanks to the stretchiness of knitting, a...

A children's lap loom is a simple frame loom without heddles that you can weave large squares or rectangles of fabric on. Using different kinds of yarn, you can produce different sorts of...

When working with yarn it is important to keep your yarn neat. Unfortunately, yarn skeins have a tendency to come apart while you are working with them. One way of ensuring that the skein stays...

Knitting this scarf is quick and easy with the Knifty Knitter loom. The pink loom is used with bulky yarn and the one over one stitch.

Kids love the fun of crafts and toys. Activities that are easy enough for them to figure out are always a good idea. Working with yarn is a perfect example. There are many easy yarn activities...

If you can knit, you can make a fishnet beanie. You have to know how to do the knit stitch, how to increase by doing a yarn over, how to decrease by knitting stitches together, and how to knit in...

Color knitting allows you the opportunity to experiment with patterns, pictures in your work, lettering and more. There are two types of colorwork in knitting: intarsia and fair isle. Both require...

Finding cheap and suitable clothes for your doll can be quite a problem, especially if she is an unusual size. I always found that the best and cheapest way, was to make them myself.My daughter...

Knitting is not for older folks anymore. I am an avid knitter and I am in my 30's. I know that knitting sounds like it is really hard but once you have the basics, you will be able to knit...

A Brother punch card knitting machine allows users to create garments and accessories quickly and easily. The company no longer manufactures the machines, but there are many available for purchase...

Knitting a yoga mat holder can be simple or complex. At its very core, a yoga mat holder is simply a rectangle sewn into a drawstring style bag with a strap attached. It is suited in range from...

Are you looking for a crafty gift for the golfer in your life? If you can knit, you can make some golf headcovers for your favorite golfer. You can make the covers in different sizes and colors to...

Cycling outfitters and suppliers are beginning to offer wool knit jerseys reminiscent of traditional cycling garments. According to Terry Zmrhal of the Ultra Marathon Cycling Association, wool...

If you don't have the money--or desire--to purchase a swanky storebought yoga mat bag or set of straps, why not create your own? If you can cast on, bind off and do the knit stitch, you can...

While basic yoga mat slings can be had for under $20, there's nothing quite like the warm touch of a handmade gift. A knitted yoga mat sling is a quick and easy present you can make for your...

Decorating your house for the holidays can be expensive. From tree ornaments to lighting to festive holiday dishes, you can spend a lot of money before you even start shopping for gifts. There...

Donating hand knit items for preemies is great way to enjoy your love of knitting while also benefiting a worthy cause. In 2007, Stitches from the Heart, a charity located in Santa Monica, Calif.,...

I once heard that knitting is the new yoga. It could be because knitting is extremely relaxing. In my opinion, knitting is better than yoga because, you cannot yoga someone a gift. I have...

A Knifty Knitter is a specially made loom for knitting, consisting of a plastic base with vertical pegs. Knitting is done by repeatedly wrapping the pegs with yarn, overlapping loops and pushing...

Increasing is adding a stitch (or stitches) to your work. There will be many instances when you will need to increaswe. There are 2 common ways to do this. One way is called KFB. The other is...

If knitting (or crocheting) is your creative passion, you need a way to keep your knitting projects organized and in one convenient place. Consider making a personalized knitting binder to keep...

The stockinette stitch is very easy and can help beginners grasp the concept and the ability to knit and purl. Practicing this stitch can help to increase speed and accuracy in knitting. It can...

Knitting is a hobby once reserved for spinsters and grandmothers. It gained tremendous popularity in early 2002 as young, trendy celebrities were seen with their knitting in hand. In 2006, CBS...

After you have learned to Cast On, do the Knit Stitch and the Purl Stitch you will have to learn how to Bind Off. That means to end your work. Here's how you bind off on a Knit Row.

Despite the fact that it seems like a huge project, making a rug on a peg loom is rather easy. It doesn't take long to make a rug on a long loom; you just need to know a few basic stitches and how...

After you learn to Cast On and do the Knit Stitch you should learn how to Purl. Knit and Purl are the 2 stitches that make up knitting.

Creating knitted felt flowers is a quick and easy DIY project, even for beginners. You can knit individual petals and sew them together before or after they are felted, so you have a lot of room...

Lap looms are a great first step in learning how to weave. They are simple to use yet can produce colorful, elegant patterns and designs. Teaching your child how to use the lap loom will not only...

Once you have learned to Cast On, you will need to learn the KNIT STITCH. Once you have learned the KNIT STITCH you will be able to start a project.

When you're ready to start knitting you'll want some accessories, all of which can be found at your local knitting store, on line or in thrift stores.