Archive for August, 2006
Friday, August 25th, 2006
I never block garments made of acrylic yarn. Acrylics are
plastics. Plastic has no memory-unless you apply too much heat, in which
case acrylic yarn will melt. Follow the manufacturer’s directions, i.e.,
throw it in the wash and then dry it on low for a few minutes.( Whenever I wash a garment in the machine, no matter the […]
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Thursday, August 24th, 2006
As a rule, just because the gauge matches doesn’t mean you can play fast and loose with the fiber. If it is a specialty (read fashion) yarn, I don’t substitute. If it is a generic worsted, I will. I have substituted acrylic for wool in a classic cable pattern with no problems.
Classic patterns seem to […]
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Wednesday, August 23rd, 2006
Knitting Rakes/Looms: it’s really simple to use. I used to have a straight one as a kid. That one was made out of wood and seemed to work quite good (I believe they were homemade though). I have mostly seen scarves knitted on the straight looms. Looms are available in many sizes.They work as fast […]
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Tuesday, August 22nd, 2006
The good thing is that my most difficult projects have made me start keeping a knitting diary.
I write down EXACTLY what I did, what I used, what’s wrong with it, & what I think I should do to make it better next time…& I also make notes on washing & wear, & sometimes tape a […]
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Saturday, August 19th, 2006
I am rarely thrilled with my seams & have tried various methods. Actually I HATE to do the sewing together! This is my weak spot!I hate to assemble and usually try to find ways to fudge it if I can possibly do it. Sometimes I pick up stitches at the shoulder and knit sleeves down […]
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Wednesday, August 16th, 2006
Everyday I check the stats for this blog, so I knot how surfers reach my page. Today someone has been looking for: “knifty knitter loom shawl pattern” and I am able to come up with the following resources:
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This book constains instructions for the round looms, teaching you the how to’s of making Scarves […]
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Monday, August 14th, 2006
I can crochet but my first love will ALWAYS be knitting!
I love to do cables and I think it is pretty
intimidating to a beginner, but once you catch on, you can impress all your
friends! I’ve never done a pillow, but might like to try. Might be a great way to use
up all those odds […]
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