Are you a knitter who wants to learn how to make sweaters, afghans, scarves and other cloths at home? Do you want to start your own business selling your unique creations? You can! Knitting is really just like any other craft; all you need is a good yarn, needles and patterns. Learn the basics of knitting and you’re off!
Knitting really only consists of three basic skills – the cast on, cast off, and knit stitch. These are essentially the heart of knitting. Master them well and you’re officially a true knitter. First, start with a long cast-on stitch. Use two pieces of yarn that are the same size. Form a ring with one piece of yarn and place it under the other two pieces so that they form a U shape.
Remember to use the right type of yarn for knitting. Two ounce yarn should be used for knitting socks, three ounce yarn for knitwear, and eight-ounce yarn for cardigans and wraps. Never, ever use wool yarn for anything but knitting. Cotton yarn can be used if you’d rather do so.
Next, the knitting needles will need to be placed into the holder that has been supplied by the Knitting Resource Center. There are a couple of ways to do this – the first is with an ordinary pair of knitting needles. The other method is by using a special chiaogoo holder. Either way, the knitter will now have her own set of knitting needles, and all she has to do is choose the color or styles that she would like.
Once the knitting needles are placed into their holders, the Knitting Helpers is used. First, the assistant places each needle into its appropriate place on the holder. The assistant moves her hands under the needles and gently pushes them out toward the front. Then she repeats this process until all the knitting needles have been placed into their proper positions.
Now it is time to learn how to knit. The Knitting Helpers guides the new Knitter as she introduces herself. This is where the Knitting Spectator comes in handy. This device provides visual assistance as the Knitter guides the eye towards each stitch. The more the eye is exposed to the pattern, the easier the muscle memory will be to learn how to knit stitch after the sight is provided.
Once all stitches have been introduced, the Knitting Helpers guides the Knitter as she begins her first row. The Knitter is shown how to alternate rows, both left and right hand stitches are shown, and then the color pattern is repeated. If color is not required, other methods of producing similar stitches can be followed. The Knitting Spectator even provides a chart that the Knitter can follow to help determine the correct cast on.
Once the project is complete, a certificate of accomplishment is issued. Then the Knitting Helper gives the Knitter a certificate of completion. All of these certificates prove to the individual that they have mastered the techniques and skills associated with knitting. The Knitting Guide is an excellent tool for anyone who has just started knitting or anyone who has been trying to learn how to knit but has been unable to make any progress. Whether a beginner or someone who has mastered the skill, the Knitting Helper is there to make things easier for you.
If one is just starting out, he or she will find that using knitting yarn is a much easier process than using various other types of yarns. The Knitting Guide provides the reader with an overview of the different knitting yarns, their characteristics, and their use in knitting. The Knitting Guide provides some very basic knitting instructions and then describes each yarn and how it should be used. It also describes the types of needles that are most suitable for knitting with different yarns.
Most beginning knitters do not like working with large quantities of yarn. A set of pattern books is recommended for a beginner. Once the knitter has learned the basics of knitting it is possible to branch out and learn new techniques. There are many new patterns available today that would not have been available decades ago. All the knitting information needed is easily found online in a knitting resource or knitting center.
If a Knitter does not wish to buy a set of knitting needles, he or she may choose to make their own knitting needles. For a novice, knitting their own needles can be a challenge. Working with small amounts of yarn at a time can help to make the process of making your own needles much easier.
