You have made the decision that you want to start knitting. You have discovered how much fun it is, and now, although you wish to dive into it, you have no idea where to start knitting. Should you go to anyone with extensive knowledge of knitting, one of the most likely pieces of advice you will get is this �just get the right tools (kit), and just start!' This advice works, but there is a problem. With so much knitting and crocheting tools and kits out there for all levels of expertise, wha … [Read more...]
How Should I Knit If I’m Left Handed?
At first glance knitting may not appear to favor left or right handed people. After all, you need to hold two needles and you have two hands. However, once you start learning to knit, you'll quickly realize that most guides focus on right handed people. The first step is to hold a needle in both hands and create a slip knot. One hand holds the needle while the slip knot is slid over it; this becomes the dominant needle. The other hand holds the yarn and winds it round the first needle before … [Read more...]
