Unlike other forms of embroidery or sewing, knitting requires at least two needles to make a project. There are basically three types of knitting needles. The type of needle you choose is based on the knitting instructions and gauge of the finished project.
Make sure to have all knitting needle sizes that you need for all your projects! Boye packages different sized needles for the multi tasking knitter. The Boye NeedleMaster 200 Interchangeable Needle Set makes circular needles, flexible straight needles and stitch holders [...]
As you continue to knit to donate to charity, you’ll collect a large assortment of knitting needles. Use these handmade beautiful and decorative needle cases to store all the knitting needles for your projects. That way you will always know where they are and which sizes you already own thereby avoiding duplicate purchases [...]
Yes, I know I’m supposed to check the gauge by knitting a trial swatch to determine the number of stitches per inch my knitting yields. But…like many knitters I get so excited when knitting a new project, and the feel of the yarn alone can cause me to rush ahead and start knitting…so before you know it, I’m halfway into the project and my gauge is way off! I know I’m not alone in this practice. How many times have you checked for gauge BEFORE knitting?
Image from the Sock Pixie This one is from the Sock Pixie, who has designed a mini socks knitting pattern to help raise awareness and funds to … [Read More...]
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