HappyGrace Posted November 15, 2010 Share Posted November 15, 2010 Not sure what type to get that is easiest to do? And what supplies do I need? I made a note a couple years ago that the chenille Thick and Quick yarn is good with this? Thanks for any help! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nicoleab2 Posted November 15, 2010 Share Posted November 15, 2010 We love the nifty knitter. My dd (16) and her cousins, ages 10 and 12 make lovely hats and scarfs all the time. They just made some to send to an orphanage in Romania. Last year my dd made beautiful scarfs for all of her aunts for Christmas and a shawl for her Great Grandmother. My dd thinks the scarf one is a bit easier, but then said not really, they are both easy once you learn how. The bulkier yarn is easier to handle and makes for warmer hats. But they have also used many types of yarn for different looks. They even doubled up yarn that was thinner to make it warmer and give an unusual look. Came out great and really warm. I think all you need is the knifty knitter thingy, a hook and yarn. The basic set comes with the hook. You can buy the hook separately if needed. Nicole Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HappyGrace Posted November 15, 2010 Author Share Posted November 15, 2010 THANK you! What kind is it for a hat-is that the round one? Does it matter what size, or is there only one size? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Girls' Mom Posted November 15, 2010 Share Posted November 15, 2010 They usually come in a package of assorted sizes, which is handy. My tip is to watch a youtube video of it done. The written directions can be confusing. It's very easy though. All 3 of my girls love it, and we've had it for a couple of years now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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ProudGrandma Posted November 15, 2010 Share Posted November 15, 2010 I have never seen these, but my daughter would love this...can someone post a link to the one they have and love, I would hate to buy one that isn't any good. thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Girls' Mom Posted November 15, 2010 Share Posted November 15, 2010 We have the Knifty Knitter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ProudGrandma Posted November 15, 2010 Share Posted November 15, 2010 We have the Knifty Knitter the round ones or the long ones? Does it matter...they must do different things, yes?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Girls' Mom Posted November 15, 2010 Share Posted November 15, 2010 We've only used the round ones. The girls have made hats and scarves with those. I saw today how you can easily make flat panels too, for shawls, or pieced throws. With the long ones, you can make much larger flat panels and such. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ProudGrandma Posted November 15, 2010 Share Posted November 15, 2010 Apryl, you have been so kind to answer my questions...if you were to recommend it...which knitters would you say would be a great place to start...ans what kind of yard is good...my daughter is 10 if that matters. THanks so much for your help...this will be such a great gift for her!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ProudGrandma Posted November 15, 2010 Share Posted November 15, 2010 I found this on amazon.... Amazon.com: Darice 1171-58 Set of 4 Round Plastic Knitting Looms: Kitchen & Dining is this one ok? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Girls' Mom Posted November 15, 2010 Share Posted November 15, 2010 The round ones. You can get the assortment pack at Walmart, Hobby Lobby, Micheals, etc. The easiest yarn to work with is just the plain cheap yarn. After she gets the hang of it, then I would move on to the more 'fun' ones. :) Hope she has fun! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Girls' Mom Posted November 15, 2010 Share Posted November 15, 2010 I found this on amazon....Amazon.com: Darice 1171-58 Set of 4 Round Plastic Knitting Looms: Kitchen & Dining is this one ok? Yes, that looks a lot like our set :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ProudGrandma Posted November 15, 2010 Share Posted November 15, 2010 thank you so much!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forget-Me-Not Posted November 15, 2010 Share Posted November 15, 2010 I think she'll be fine. My friend's 7 yo daughter uses the round looms to make hats. In fact, she showed *me* how to do it :D It's super easy. The little bitty hats take me about an hour. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cinder Posted November 15, 2010 Share Posted November 15, 2010 I have no experience with Knifty Knitter or any of those looms for knitting, but I have a little bit of experience with chenille yarn. I would not recommend it for a beginner. It's not stretchy and can "worm"--the yarny bits can get separated from the inner thread that holds it together. You could try a worsted weight acrylic like Vanna's Choice, Woolease, Hobby Lobby's I Love This Yarn, or Michael's Loops and Threads. Or wool--Paton's Classic or Stitch Nation yarns. If your patterns recommend something bulkier, Paton's and Lion Brand have some bulky or super bulky weight that you can get at your local craft store. If you're new to yarn weights, this chart at LionBrand.com might be helpful. Enjoy! Cinder Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crimson Wife Posted November 15, 2010 Share Posted November 15, 2010 I have a set of the round looms and the long looms. I would recommend the round looms for a child. The child probably won't have the patience to make a blanket or other large project with the long looms. The round looms can be used to make hats, scarves, and other quick projects. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ProudGrandma Posted November 15, 2010 Share Posted November 15, 2010 I have a set of the round looms and the long looms. I would recommend the round looms for a child. The child probably won't have the patience to make a blanket or other large project with the long looms. The round looms can be used to make hats, scarves, and other quick projects. thank you for this recommendation...I appreciate that!! Will the small round loom make hats for her AG type dolls?? Is that the size?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HappyGrace Posted November 15, 2010 Author Share Posted November 15, 2010 This was an incredibly helpful thread, thank you for your time! I'm so glad to know more specifics about the yarn too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crimson Wife Posted November 15, 2010 Share Posted November 15, 2010 thank you for this recommendation...I appreciate that!! Will the small round loom make hats for her AG type dolls?? Is that the size?? The set I have is by Knifty Knitter one and has a blue 5.5" diameter loom, red 7.5" one, a green 9" one, and a yellow 11" one. The small blue loom makes newborn sized hats that might fit an AG doll (we don't have one so I can't say for sure). The red loom makes toddler/young child hats. The green one makes older child/smaller adult hats. The yellow one makes large adult hats. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
K&Rs Mom Posted November 15, 2010 Share Posted November 15, 2010 The set I have is by Knifty Knitter one and has a blue 5.5" diameter loom, red 7.5" one, a green 9" one, and a yellow 11" one. The small blue loom makes newborn sized hats that might fit an AG doll The baby-size do fit AG dolls. 8yo dd has made matching hats for her and doll. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jg_puppy Posted November 15, 2010 Share Posted November 15, 2010 The baby-size do fit AG dolls. 8yo dd has made matching hats for her and doll. :) My kids have also used them for their Webkinz which makes my son interested in learning how to use the knifty knitter. Jan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
astrid Posted November 15, 2010 Share Posted November 15, 2010 Or you could just get her a cool book, such as Kids Knit! and some needles and knit the old-fashioned way! There are many videos on youtube and knittinghelp.com that are pretty helpful. Either way, I'm sure she'll enjoy fiber arts! astrid Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crimson Wife Posted November 15, 2010 Share Posted November 15, 2010 Or you could just get her a cool book, such as Kids Knit! and some needles and knit the old-fashioned way! Unless she's as totally uncoordinated as I am :tongue_smilie: I never did get the hang of knitting with needles but I love loom knitting! :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ProudGrandma Posted November 15, 2010 Share Posted November 15, 2010 Unless she's as totally uncoordinated as I am :tongue_smilie: I never did get the hang of knitting with needles but I love loom knitting! :D she tried knitting the traditional way, and didn't do too badly, but hasn't gone back to it...so I think this might be easier and more fun for her. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mytwomonkeys Posted November 15, 2010 Share Posted November 15, 2010 i have them all. imho, the circular knifty knitter (especially the smallest blue one) is best for a beginner. they're all wonderful & so much fun! i literally just finished a scarf for my best friend's 40th using the KK :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nicoleab2 Posted November 16, 2010 Share Posted November 16, 2010 THANK you! What kind is it for a hat-is that the round one? Does it matter what size, or is there only one size? There are different sizes. My dd uses the round red one the most. The smaller blue one would fit babies. If she is wanting to make hats for herself, friends or family she will want the red one. My dd used the sm blue one to learn on and was disappointed it didn't fit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iwjeanie Posted November 17, 2010 Share Posted November 17, 2010 We love our round looms. We have make mittens, socks, hats, cell phone holders, and freeze pop holders with ours. The kids have had alot of fun. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ProudGrandma Posted November 17, 2010 Share Posted November 17, 2010 I am very excited now to get this kit for my daughter...I can't imagine how it is that I didn't know about this thing until now...makes me wonder what other cool things I am missing... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LittleIzumi Posted November 17, 2010 Share Posted November 17, 2010 Didn't read so it might be old news, but I taught dd to finger-knit instead. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
susankenny Posted November 17, 2010 Share Posted November 17, 2010 There are different sizes. My dd uses the round red one the most. The smaller blue one would fit babies. If she is wanting to make hats for herself, friends or family she will want the red one. My dd used the sm blue one to learn on and was disappointed it didn't fit. we use the green one for children and adults when making hats....the red one is too small (at least on our big heads). we use wool, so that may make a difference as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
susankenny Posted November 17, 2010 Share Posted November 17, 2010 We love our round looms. We have make mittens, socks, hats, cell phone holders, and freeze pop holders with ours. The kids have had alot of fun. do you have a pattern for mittens? I know to use the blue loom, but how do you make the thumbs? I crochet too, so if I had instructions or a video tutorial or something, that would be awesome! I make socks on the blue loom...there is a wonderful youtube tutorial for those! :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
K&Rs Mom Posted November 17, 2010 Share Posted November 17, 2010 I make socks on the blue loom...there is a wonderful youtube tutorial for those! I've been looking for a way to do that! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iwjeanie Posted November 17, 2010 Share Posted November 17, 2010 Here are some fun patterns. http://gettinitpegged.com/freebies/ Scroll down and you'll see the mitten pattern we use. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mytwomonkeys Posted November 17, 2010 Share Posted November 17, 2010 I've been looking for a way to do that! i make socks too. they're super easy. the heel is the most difficult to tackle, otherwise they're a cinch! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ProudGrandma Posted November 17, 2010 Share Posted November 17, 2010 Didn't read so it might be old news, but I taught dd to finger-knit instead. my kids know how to do this...but we have NO idea what to do with the long skinny thing they make outside of a jumprope or a belt...do you?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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