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First Attempts! 3 Replies

When I started knitting 2 years ago I got the garter stitch scarf thing down pat. Finished a few beanies and winter hats. Working w/ dpns was a little intimidating. Like knitting with a spider but I…Continue

Started by Margie B. Last reply by U.K. Jan 21, 2011.

Leftie-Righty 2 Replies

I have 7 of my 10 grand-children who are left handed, it is a challenge to teach them to knit. One of the easy ways that works for them is to knit on two circular needles. You only have to knit in…Continue

Started by debra wynn. Last reply by U.K. Jan 21, 2011.

leftie knitter here wanting help w/DP needles.... 4 Replies

my problem is i knit left-handed....i know, i'm in a rightie world! i somehow knit one row & purl the next row when i use my DP needles (even tho i'm TRYING not to!). any suggestions?Continue

Started by Angela Dew. Last reply by Angela Dew Nov 9, 2010.

ok i can do dpn socks easy but im doing this differently 6 Replies

i just started my 1st sock on double circ needles but i keep laddering how do i stop laddering in this method?i can on dpns or atleast not be as noticeable these on my circs are huge gaps.

Started by kate moorman. Last reply by Marsha Morrison Sep 9, 2010.

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Comment by Joan adis on April 22, 2011 at 8:03am: think the elastic will be okay?

Comment by Joan adis on April 22, 2011 at 8:02am: i can't believe i did it, thanks to your advice. i wish my top of ribbing was tighter, i think i will put a little elastic there do you

Comment by Joan adis on March 29, 2011 at 9:49am: thanks Irene

Comment by Irene O'Neil on March 29, 2011 at 8:35am: Hi Joan, I too am attempting my very first pair of socks and to honest, I am not using the Magic Loop, but the double points. I just couldn't get the magic loop to work for me this time. Maybe the next sock :)

Comment by Joan adis on March 29, 2011 at 8:34am: To Irene i just pulled up that blog you gave, i wish i would have tried my sock with her. i am anxious to do something, maybe another sock with her. i have the magic loop book it really confused me

Comment by Joan adis on March 29, 2011 at 8:29am: i am doing my first pair on double points, getting near to heel flap, i pray i can do it. is magic loop easier do you think?

Comment by Irene O'Neil on January 25, 2011 at 5:13am: Hi Bridgett, I found this wonderful blog for the magic loop. Hope this is helpful.

http://heidibearscreative.blogspot.com/2010/04/judys-magic-cast-on-...

Comment by Bridgett Gaines on January 7, 2011 at 10:35am: ANYONE- Are there instructions for "magic loop' technique on the web, or is it in a book?

DeeAnna- Cat Bordhi has a video(s) (Youtube) on her toe up knitting technique.

I am currently finishing up a sleeveless vest in bamboo before I will allow myself to start another pair of socks :|

Comment by mgr7fun on January 6, 2011 at 9:31pm: DeeAnna, I used the book Folk Socks by Nancy Bush to learn how to turn heel. She gives very clear instructions that are easy to follow. Good luck!

Comment by Melissa Burnett on January 6, 2011 at 8:54pm: http://www.AlpacaDirect.com carries Hiya Hiya needles that are 60 inches. They would be perfect for magic looping! I've used the technique for hat tops before and it was pretty simple once you get going.