newbie Posted June 10, 2008 Share Posted June 10, 2008 I want to knit. But need knitting for dummies(can I say that word). Where to go and what to buy on a budget. Just pd. for summer school.:bigear: Clueless,oh and not crafty, Jet Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carmen_and_Company Posted June 10, 2008 Share Posted June 10, 2008 In a nutshell, knittinghelp.com: http://www.knittinghelp.com/ The site offers FREE knitting instruction videos that you can view online. Happy knitting! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fourmother Posted June 10, 2008 Share Posted June 10, 2008 :iagree: Yes, what she said. Knittinghelp.com is great! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vida Winter Posted June 10, 2008 Share Posted June 10, 2008 getting a Nifty Knitter. They are sold in sets for different sized and shaped projects (hats, blankets, scarves). I have never knitted before and got my 8yo daughter going on a hat project which she completed 95% without my help. It is really nice because you don't have to keep count of anything you do. They are at Wal-mart and Michaels. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted June 10, 2008 Share Posted June 10, 2008 Our library has tons of knitting books. I got a number of them that are written to teach kids how to knit. Now these are just my speed! I had originally hoped to teach both my kids to knit but they got frustrated and I haven't had the patience to sit down with them lately. But my first dishcloth is almost done! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newbie Posted June 10, 2008 Author Share Posted June 10, 2008 Thank you, I bookmarked sight. Is there a good site to get materials and stuff? Jet Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jayne J Posted June 10, 2008 Share Posted June 10, 2008 Knitpicks.com is a nice site for yarn, but for actual needles etc. I'd suggest starting at a hobby/craft store like Michaels or AC Moore. They tend to have the best prices because they carry the very basic basics. If price is no object, then the ebony and rosewood needles are lovely, but plain old aluminum or plastic is much more affordable. I would suggest finding a pattern you like and want to try and then buying just the needles/yarn/supplies you need for that project, that way, if you discover you don't really like to knit, it's not a major investment. Then again, if price is no object... This is a hobby that can be very expensive if you let it!! (by the way, I actually recommend getting your yarn from Michaels/AC Moore at first as well--it's not as luxurious, but much more affordable--but if you love natural fibers and luxurys like cashmere, silk, etc. knitpicks has good prices) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newbie Posted June 10, 2008 Author Share Posted June 10, 2008 Thanks everyone, guess I better get knitting. Jet:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mommy22alyns Posted June 11, 2008 Share Posted June 11, 2008 Knittinghelp.com is a tremendous help!! And I actually highly recommend KnitPicks for their needles. The Options needles are flat-out amazing. Now that I have them, I only use other needles when I have to. They're smooth, nicely pointed, and have a perfect join. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GailV Posted June 11, 2008 Share Posted June 11, 2008 Our library has tons of knitting books. I got a number of them that are written to teach kids how to knit. This is exactly what I was going to say. (by the way, I actually recommend getting your yarn from Michaels/AC Moore at first as well--it's not as luxurious, but much more affordable--but if you love natural fibers and luxurys like cashmere, silk, etc. knitpicks has good prices) Again, just what I was going to say. Another option is to come over to my house, since I have gobs of needles and piles of yarn. But I think it would be a tough commute from San Diego:001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lizzie in Ma Posted June 11, 2008 Share Posted June 11, 2008 It's great. And there are great video tutorials online. I like these ones. I went from only being able to knit plain scarves to doing really great stuff like felted bags and lace work hats in the last two years. So much fun! A few of our libraries and bookstores have walk in knitting groups, you could look for those too. Lots of great folks enthusiastic to share their knowledge. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donovans4 Posted June 11, 2008 Share Posted June 11, 2008 videos and books can be a great help, but I think the best way to learn to knit is to have someone show you the basics. Start asking around, and you will be surprised at how many people know how to knit and are willing to help you get started. Knitters love to get new people hooked! Good luck! LauraD in MN Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newbie Posted June 11, 2008 Author Share Posted June 11, 2008 Thanks everyone, I am going to get a kids starter kit and go from there. I bookmarked all the sites. Thanks again, Jet Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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