August 24, 2009

Knitting Instructions and Skill Levels -- What Do They Mean?

As a knitting beginner you find a project with instructions you are dying to try. You stand there undecided -- can you do it or not? Here's the problem. Most knitting instructions give a skill level rating on the pattern...

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Posted by Nellie at 8:10 AM |

August 11, 2009

Create the Perfect Bands with the Rib Stitch

Would you like to create perfect bands and borders for your knitting projects. Try the rib stitch. This technique creates bands and borders that don't curl and give a professional touch to your knitting projects....

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Posted by Nellie at 3:00 AM |

August 3, 2009

Fun Knitting Stitches for Afghans

Spice up those cozy afghans -- try these knitting stitches and insert variety in a blanket of any size. Whether you're making a baby blanket or something for the living room couch, mixing up your knitting stitches is a great...

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Posted by Nellie at 3:00 AM |

July 22, 2009

Shortening Knitted Garments Made Simple

Do some newly knitted garments have sleeves fit for an orangutan? Don't feel bad - everyone's been there. But instead of tossing it into the rag bag -- because after all, you can't give it away. Who has arms that...

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Posted by Kitty Doyle at 3:00 AM |

July 21, 2009

Easy Instructions for Lengthening Knitted Garments

Whether that newly finished knitted garment doesn't fit or you grew out of your favorite sweater, the solution is lengthening it. This sounds like a daunting task to many knitters, but it's not. Here's how to lengthen those favorite sweaters....

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Posted by Nellie at 3:00 AM |

July 16, 2009

Finish Ends of Yarn Professionally with These Finishing Techniques

Working hard on knitting projects means you should top them off with a professional look -- not a homemade look. With these finishing techniques, getting that smooth and perfect look is easy to do....

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Posted by Nellie at 3:00 AM |

July 10, 2009

Fixing Your Knitting Mistakes Part II

It's easy to make knitting mistakes whether knitting for yourself or knitting for charity. In Part I of this article we introduced you to 3 of the most common knitting mistakes and remedies. In this article, we offer a few...

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Posted by Nellie at 3:00 AM |

July 8, 2009

Fixing Your Knitting Mistakes Part I

Knitting mistakes are frustrating. Knitting is fun...until you make a mistake and you have to go back and figure out how to fix it. Don't worry. Follow these simple instructions, and fix just about any mistake you make while knitting....

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Posted by Nellie at 3:00 AM |

June 17, 2009

Knitting Instructions for Sewing up Seams

Did you know if you don't use the right knitting instructions for seams you can completely ruin your latest project? Sad but true. Don't let this happen. Follow these techniques to make sure your projects look their best. When you...

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Posted by Nellie at 3:00 AM |

May 28, 2009

Protect Your Phone with These Phone Cozy Knitting Instructions

If you ever lose your cell phone at the bottom of your purse, or accidentally left it on the passenger seat in the car, these knitting instructions for cell phone bags are for you! My sister and I admired a...

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Posted by Nellie at 11:52 AM |

May 21, 2009

Think Big with Big Knitting Needles

Among the many pairs of knitting needles I've collected in anticipation of learning how to knit everything under the sun, I bought a pair of size 50, plastic needles. They're fourteen inches long. Those are some big needles! Have you...

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Posted by Kitty Doyle at 3:00 AM |

May 14, 2009

Knitting Instructions for Five Amigurumi Projects

Today I have some great knitting instructions for adorable amigurumi projects. The literal translation of amigurumi from Japanese is "knitted stuffed toy." It's basically the Japanese art of knitting small animals and other inanimate objects with animate features (i.e. a...

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Posted by Nellie at 1:54 PM |

April 21, 2009

Knitting Instructions for a Seamless Tote Bag Made from Plarn

I promised you knitting instructions for bags made from plastic yarn, and this week I've got a great one to start with. Depending on the length of the handles, you can use this as a purse or a tote bag....

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Posted by Kitty Doyle at 3:00 AM |

April 10, 2009

Four Tea Cozy Knitting Instructions

Back in college, I spent a year in England and learned to appreciate the taste and comfort of a spot of tea. I brought my tea-drinking habit back to the states with me, and it continues to this day. What...

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Posted by Kitty Doyle at 3:00 AM |

April 6, 2009

Popcorn Is a Knitting Stitch that Adds Texture and Fun

When I found out there was a knitting stitch called the popcorn stitch, I was pretty excited. After all, popcorn is my all-time favorite snack food and late-night munch. As I mentioned previously, I'm trying to knit instead of nosh...

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Posted by Kitty Doyle at 3:00 AM |

March 26, 2009

Beginner's Lace Starts with Basic Knitting Stitches

When's the last time you learned new knitting stitches? If you're a beginner like me, every stitch you try is a new knitting stitch. And sometimes you accidentally create new mistake stitches of your own. I can't wait until the...

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Posted by Kitty Doyle at 3:00 AM |

March 17, 2009

Knitting Instructions for a Complete Easter Basket

Instead of buying yet another Easter basket, or finding last year's in the mess in the attic, why not try these knitting instructions to make your own basket? While you're at it, try your hand at knitting these adorable bunnies,...

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Posted by Kitty Doyle at 3:00 AM |

February 17, 2009

Mosaic Knitting Stitches

I love learning new knitting stitches, and I love the look of mosaics. Is it any surprise that I jumped for joy when I learned how to combine the two? Mosaic knitting stitches are among my very favorite. They range...

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Posted by Nellie at 3:00 AM |

January 14, 2009

Types of Knitting Stitches You Need to Know

People often ask me about types of knitting stitches. For example, which are the most common, which are the most important, and for the love of heaven do I really have to learn them all? The answer is of course...

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Posted by Nellie at 3:00 AM |

January 5, 2009

Learn How to Knit I-Cords

If you've ever heard of an I-cord, you may have wanted to learn how to knit one -- or you may have wondered why anyone would ever bother. And if you haven't, you're probably wondering what the big deal is....

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Posted by Nellie at 3:00 AM |

October 29, 2008

Learn to Knit Cozy Socks

So you want to learn to knit socks, and you've already done the basic casting on and the notorious turning of the heel. That's fantastic! It means you're ready for part three: shaping the toe, otherwise known as finishing the...

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Posted by Nellie at 8:00 AM |

October 22, 2008

Turning the Heel of the Sock

Simple and Basic Instructions to Knit Socks Now that you've followed the beginning knitting instructions for the first part of your sock, it's time to turn the heel. That scary sounding job isn't nearly as bad as it sounds, so...

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Posted by Nellie at 8:00 AM |

October 15, 2008

How to Knit Socks: Beginning the Sock

Instructions on how to knit socks perfectly If you're a novice knitter, or even a knitter with a lot of experience, learning how to knit socks can be an intimidating experience. For most people it's those four needles that throw...

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Posted by Nellie at 8:00 AM |

September 3, 2008

Fantastic Knitting Tips From Top Knitters

The best knitting tips, all gathered in one place. I love to search the Internet for knitting tips, but sometimes it seems like for every useful bit of information you turn up, you have to wade through a dozen obvious,...

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Posted by Nellie at 1:19 PM |

May 2, 2008

Create Your Own Knitting Patterns

Whether you're knitting for charity or yourself, it's a lot of fun to create your own knitting patterns. Have you ever tried to create your own knitting patterns? If you're experienced at inastarsia or Fair Isle knitting then you've probably...

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Posted by Nellie at 3:39 AM |

February 29, 2008

Sharing Instructions on How to Knit With the Next Generation

Always giving instructions on how to knit? Share that knowledge through community service! If you're the type of person who always finds themselves giving instructions on how to knit anyway -- impromptu seminars to colleagues, friends, and family -- then...

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Posted by Nellie at 9:43 PM |

February 19, 2008

Advanced Types of Knitting Stitches for All Your Projects

Check out these advanced types of knitting stitches -- everything you need to craft intricate and beautiful patterns. Basic types of knitting stitches are sufficient for most projects, but if you start doing fancy patterns in sweaters or afghans, you...

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Posted by Nellie at 8:45 PM |

January 15, 2008

Beginning Knitting Instructions: Blocking and Beyond!

Use these beginning knitting instructions to turn your finished piece into a work of art! Even the most basic beginning knitting instructions can turn out a beautiful, usable scarf or afghan, but for some reason they always forget a key...

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Posted by Nellie at 4:46 PM |

January 1, 2008

Make Fun Afghan Squares With New Types of Knitting Stitches!

Put new types of knitting stitches to work and learn how to use entrelac to make spectacular squares! Last time, we talked about why afghan squares are the perfect place to practice new types of knitting stitches. As promised, I'm...

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Posted by Nellie at 10:24 AM |

December 28, 2007

Strange and Scary Types of Knitting Stitches Made Easy!

Practice new types of knitting stitches on afghan squares! If you're interested in learning new types of knitting stitches but don't want to botch an entire project, practice on afghan squares. It's fun, quick, and an easy way to...

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Posted by Nellie at 10:20 AM |

December 17, 2007

Random Afghans: A Great Use for Discount Yarns!

Create a random afghan and use up all those discount yarns you couldn't help but buy! Everyone loves discount yarns. The problem is, discount yarns tend to be a mix and match of colors, weights, and materials. It's almost impossible...

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Posted by Nellie at 10:04 AM |

April 12, 2007

Is Knitting Socks Difficult?

7 tips to make knitting socks a breeze Everyone seems to think that knitting socks is too difficult. Many knitters -- even well-experienced knitters -- never learn about knitting socks! I've heard so many knitters say, "Some day I'm going...

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Posted by Nellie at 1:09 PM |

March 23, 2007

Knitting Scarves for Charity

New to charity knitting? Knitting scarves is a great way to start Knitting scarves is such an easy and rewarding way to introduce yourself to charity knitting. Last winter, I took an armful of scarves to the local homeless shelter...

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Posted by Nellie at 10:04 AM |

February 26, 2007

Want a Quick Charity Knitting Idea? Knit Socks!

4 reasons why knit socks are the perfect charity project Knit socks are such a great project for charity knitters, and they are so desperately needed by so many charitable organizations. Here are four reasons why knit sock are such...

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Posted by Nellie at 8:29 AM |

December 22, 2006

3 Quick and Easy Knit Scarf Patterns

Knit scarf patterns for everybody - and every budget! Knit scarf patterns are an essential ingredient in any charity knitter's 'toolkit' because winters are harsh nearly everywhere in North America, and scarves are in big demand. If you knit a...

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Posted by Nellie at 5:12 PM |

November 21, 2006

Free Instructions for Knitting for Charity

Charity projects on the go? Get free instructions for knitting Free instructions for knitting lots of different charity projects are available in several different places. There is no need for you to purchase patterns when you can get free instructions...

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Posted by Nellie at 7:30 PM |

October 23, 2006

The 4 Keys to Basic Knitting

Learn the 4 basic knitting steps - quickly and easily! Basic knitting consists of only two different stitches -- can you believe it? Lots of people think that knitting is really hard, but once you learn those two stitches (which...

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Posted by Nellie at 8:11 AM |

October 11, 2006

How to Knit a Scarf

It's really simple to learn how to learn how to knit a scarf. If you only know how to knit a scarf, and nothing else, you can do charity knitting forever! There are literally dozens of places that would be...

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Posted by Nellie at 4:10 PM |

October 9, 2006

How to Knit a Hat

You'll want to know how to knit a hat if you're going to be involved in charity knitting. You can learn how to knit a hat for newborn babies (even premature ones that only weigh pound!), small children and adults...

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Posted by Nellie at 2:17 PM |

September 29, 2006

How to Knit

Five steps to learn how to knit So you've decided to learn how to knit - good for you! You'll join a revived art that's sweeping the nation if you learn how to knit, and you'll have a lot of...

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Posted by Nellie at 11:05 AM |

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