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October 27, 2009

How to Knit for Charity if You Can't Knit

So you want to knit for charity, but you can't knit. You've tried, but just can't get your knitting needles to cooperate. Don't give up -- try knitting looms instead. Did you know that you can knit just about anything...

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Posted by Nellie at 3:00 AM |

September 21, 2009

Knitting for Babies -- 5 Helpful Tips

Don't you just love knitting for babies? Whether you knit for friends and family or you knit for charity, here are five tips to give you a hand....

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Posted by Nellie at 3:44 PM |

September 10, 2009

7 Knitting Tips to Help You Knit Fast

Can knitting tips really help you knit faster? Sure they can. If you're like everyone else these days, you're busy and often just can't seem to find the spare time to sit down and knit. If this is the case,...

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Posted by Nellie at 2:44 PM |

September 7, 2009

Stitch Markers for Knitting -- How to Make and Use Them

If you love knitting, and personally, I don't see why everyone doesn't, you need to use stitch markers. Before I started using these handy little gadgets, I lost my stitches all the time. Once I learned how to use stitch...

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Posted by Nellie at 10:23 AM |

August 6, 2009

Are Hand Cramps Cramping Your Knitting Style?

Hand cramps are a curse to knitters. We've all been there -- knitting away -- not wanting to stop. But then, your hand starts cramping up. Once they start, it's difficult to stop them. If you have this problem, follow...

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Posted by Nellie at 3:00 AM |

June 22, 2009

Make Your Baby Knitting Projects Extra Special!

Besides knitting for charity, baby knitting projects has to be my second favorite type of project. The yarns, the colors, the size all combine to make some really adorable gifts. But if you would like to take the sweetness factor...

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Posted by Nellie at 11:08 AM |

May 6, 2009

Knitting Stitches While Watching Baseball Pitches

I was sitting in a minor league ballpark today with my family, watching one pretty awful game, and wishing I brought my knitting needles. After all, unless your team is scoring continually, there's not much you do with your hands...

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Posted by Nellie at 3:00 AM |

March 27, 2009

Take Knitting to an Entirely Different Level of Creativity

So what does a knitter do when they've grown bored by traditional knitting? Having mastered every stitch and sweatered every member of the extended family, what's next? Of course, we here, would like them to knit hats for soldiers and...

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Posted by Kitty Doyle at 3:00 AM |

March 23, 2009

Become a Knitting Mentor

Knitting for charity is all about not-for-profit knitting--knitting to make something for somebody else. Enjoyment comes from knowing that they'll truly have fun with it. Instead of money, knitting for charity will give you a sense of satisfaction knowing that...

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Posted by Kitty Doyle at 3:00 AM |

February 23, 2009

Knitting Needles: Which are Right for You?

If you've gone shopping for knitting needles, you've probably spent at least four or five minutes standing in an aisle scratching your head, especially if you're a beginning knitter. Sometimes it seems like there are as many varieties of knitting...

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Posted by Nellie at 3:00 AM |

February 16, 2009

Reasons to Knit

I've had some of my friends ask me why I knit. After all, they point out, yarn is expensive, and almost everything I knit I could buy more inexpensively (and, let's be honest, probably better made -- at least without...

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Posted by Nellie at 3:00 AM |

February 6, 2009

The Importance of Knitting Socks

It took me years of yarn work before I was ready to try knitting socks. The very idea terrified me -- all those pointy needles jabbing you in the hands and getting in your way -- no thank you! But...

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Posted by Nellie at 3:00 AM |

December 3, 2008

Free Knitting Projects for Christmas

If you're like me, you love free knitting projects and free Christmas projects both -- and if you can string the two together, so much the better. My love of knitting spills into every aspect of my life including, much...

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Posted by Nellie at 8:00 AM |

September 10, 2008

Knitting Blogs Lead to a Different Kind of Fun and Games

If you've ever wanted to exercise a more academic approach to knitting, there are knitting blogs on your side When you think of knitting blogs, you probably imagine a place to find knitting patterns, chat with other knitters, and check...

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Posted by Nellie at 7:32 PM |

July 16, 2008

Ferrari: The Ultimate in Knitting Projects

No matter how ambitious your knitting projects get, you probably can't match Lauren Porter's Ferrari! We already know how knitting projects can change the charity world. But did you ever think they'd rock the automotive or fine arts industries --...

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Posted by Nellie at 7:59 AM |

July 9, 2008

Fun Knitting Ideas: Felting Decor

Bored and looking for fun knitting ideas? Look no further! If you're always on the hunt for interesting knitting ideas, you should definitely try embroidering your work with felted yarn. Now, when we talk about felting for knitting, we usually...

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Posted by Nellie at 7:55 AM |

July 2, 2008

How to Knit Like a Pro

Most of you know how to knit, but we can all use some tips to make our work look its very best! There's knowing how to knit and then there's knowing how to knit, if you get my meaning. There...

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Posted by Nellie at 7:51 PM |

June 20, 2008

Learn How to Crochet

Sooner or later, most knitters decide to learn how to crochet Once you've mastered the art of knitting, your mind inevitably wonders how to crochet. I call it "hook envy:" we see those crocheters whipping through afghans in the...

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Posted by Nellie at 10:54 AM |

June 17, 2008

Go Beyond the Sweater - Knit Craft Items

If you feel like you're stuck for new knitting ideas, think about learning how to knit crafty items! It took me forever to figure out how to knit my first sweater. I was so proud of it, too, even...

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Posted by Nellie at 10:45 AM |

June 13, 2008

How to Knit Gifts They'll Love

Learn how to knit gifts for any age group -- from a newborn baby to Great Uncle Ted When you first learned how to knit, you probably didn't think about all the fun you'd have making your creations for others....

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Posted by Nellie at 10:40 AM |

June 10, 2008

How to Make Your Very Own Knitting Blogs

very own! I've always loved knitting blogs. They're great ways to connect with fellow knitters, learn new tips, and find interesting pattern ideas. The best blogs are the ones that teach you something in a fun and engaging way. That's...

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Posted by Nellie at 10:35 AM |

May 27, 2008

Make Gifts for Knitters in Your Life!

Knitters are always creative -- but when it comes to gifts for knitters, how can you channel that creative impulse? It can get tricky to find gifts for knitters. You want to be creative, but you don't want to give...

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Posted by Nellie at 7:49 AM |

May 23, 2008

Knitting and Stress: The Path to Healing?

You probably don't often think of knitting and stress together. But you might be amazed at the results When it comes to knitting and stress, no one knows better than the people who've been there. And once you start listening...

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Posted by Nellie at 10:30 AM |

May 16, 2008

What's Your Knitting Personality?

Just for fun -- find out your knitting personality What's a knitting personality? Well, we all have one. Get a group of knitters together and you'll have people from all ages, walks of life, religions, and philosophies, all of them...

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Posted by Nellie at 10:48 AM |

April 18, 2008

Fantastic Blankets for Teenage Boys

Out of ideas or want something new? Try knitting blankets for teenage boys! Over on Loop Knits, contributors Craig and Laura make an interesting point about blankets for teenage boys: there aren't any! According to Craig, Janet Geissler, head of...

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Posted by Nellie at 3:34 AM |

March 28, 2008

Knitting In Fiction Grows in Leaps and Bounds

Love to read? Love to knit? Why not check out knitting in fiction? We all know about instructional knitting handbooks, but what about knitting in fiction? Lately, dozens of books have appeared that not only involve but feature everyone's favorite...

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Posted by Nellie at 11:28 AM |

March 25, 2008

Legitimatize Your Fascination With Celebrity Knitting

Curious about your favorite stars? Check out the details on celebrity knitting. Have you ever wondered about the celebrity knitting craze? What's that? You haven't heard of it? Well, we're not the only one clacking needles for charity! Hollywood film...

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Posted by Nellie at 4:22 AM |

March 11, 2008

Knit for Charity with Knitting Blogs

Check out some of the best knitting blogs for charity. There are hundreds of knitting blogs out there -- you can see a lot of them in an earlier post of mine (link to earlier knitting blogs post)! But we...

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Posted by Nellie at 3:29 PM |

March 7, 2008

Download Free Prayer Shawl Cards

If you love to knit shawls, consider including free prayer shawl cards with your donation! Many people knit prayer shawls for charity, but few people think about prayer shawl cards! As meaningful as it is to receive a prayerfully knitted...

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Posted by Nellie at 3:05 PM |

January 11, 2008

Great Community Service Ideas for Kids (and Grown-Ups, Too!)

Believe it or not, knitting projects make great community service ideas for children and adults alike! If you're looking for community service ideas for a group of kids -- whether it be a classroom, church group, Scout pack, or what...

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Posted by Nellie at 12:02 PM |

January 8, 2008

Keep Up With the Latest News: Check a Knitting Blog!

A knitting blog is a perfect way to keep posted on the world of knitting, charitable or not! Five years ago, the words knitting blog would have sounded strange and alien. Now, you can find a knitting blog any...

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Posted by Nellie at 11:59 AM |

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 |

January 5, 2007

Knitting Books for Every Interest and Level of Knitter

7 knitting books you must have in your craft library! Knitting books are a welcome addition to most any knitter's library, and if you are a fairly new knitter, you'll enjoy knitting books even more. Knitters for charity are almost...

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Posted by Nellie at 11:28 AM |

December 29, 2006

Knitting Blogs - the Hottest Addition to the Knitting Community

Looking for knitting inspiration? Read knitting blogs! Knitting blogs are without a doubt the hottest new addition to the online knitting community. I just did a count of the ones I KNOW of, and there were nearly one thousand knitting...

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Posted by Nellie at 2:49 PM |

October 15, 2006

Knitting: Meditative AND Productive

Knitting, the perfect pastime for peace When I'm knitting in public (a process now known as 'kipping,' by the way - and which I do as often as possible!), inevitably someone comments on how 'relaxed' I look. Well, of course...

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Posted by Nellie at 10:04 AM |

October 1, 2006

Charity has Always Been a Part of Knitting History

Knitting history shows a long line of charity knitting Knitting history is pretty interesting stuff! For one thing, there was a time that knitting was performed solely by men, for men … "The brimless 'acorn' style cap was worn by...

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Posted by Nellie at 3:19 PM |

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