displace Posted July 21, 2013 Share Posted July 21, 2013 My dream hobby is knitting (meaning I like to do it but don't have much time to finish projects and therefore I have a lot of yarn). We'll be moving soon to an area where I will probably never need anything knitted ever again. I'm considering getting rid of all my supplies, just knitting hats for hospitalized babies, or maybe lap blankets/placemats, etc? If it helps, I now prefer loom knitting d/t ease and speed. Any other suggestions? I may just continue with baby hats but am seriously considering switching hobbies to something more useful, like sewing or painting (I need wall decorations). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mommy22alyns Posted July 21, 2013 Share Posted July 21, 2013 I like towels and dishcloths, you can even do potholders. There's also plenty of lacy scarves and shawls that aren't bad while you're knitting them, and you could just give them as gifts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redsquirrel Posted July 21, 2013 Share Posted July 21, 2013 I have a good friend who had relatives who lived in a very warm climate. The mom and the daughters all knitted. Every September my friend's family would get a big box stuffed with mittens and hats and scarves from her warm weather relatives. She became a very good knitter from all that inspiration! So, maybe keep knitting but just pass it on to others? You never know what it could lead to. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Down_the_Rabbit_Hole Posted July 21, 2013 Share Posted July 21, 2013 Lacy things. Cute camisole type top with lacy shrug. Lacy wrap Socks, purses, summer scarves. Hair wraps Household things...tea pot cozies, place mats, wash cloth, lacy tea curtains Tons of things can be made in hot climates. Oh and if you need to find a home for all your winter yarn send me a pm I would love to make an offer on it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happi duck Posted July 22, 2013 Share Posted July 22, 2013 I think grocery bags can be knit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jenn- Posted July 22, 2013 Share Posted July 22, 2013 Here is a link for an article that seems perfect. Some ideas are a little far fetched, but maybe you will be inspired. http://living.msn.com/home-decor/diy-decorating/25-brilliant-yarn-bombing-ideas Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OrganicAnn Posted July 22, 2013 Share Posted July 22, 2013 Pinterest is where I get all my knitting ideas. Lots of non woolies. I love the knitted or crocheted baskets or bowls. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
craftyerin Posted July 22, 2013 Share Posted July 22, 2013 I mostly knit baby gifts. The occasional outfit for the American Girl dolls. But yeah, it's too hot to wear knitwear here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mommy22alyns Posted July 22, 2013 Share Posted July 22, 2013 Pinterest is where I get all my knitting ideas. Lots of non woolies. I love the knitted or crocheted baskets or bowls. Do you have a board? I'd love to see it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Annie Posted July 22, 2013 Share Posted July 22, 2013 Is it a sandals year round kind of place? If not, how about socks? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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