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Knitting Patterns

Understanding pattern sizing in knitting

In This Chapter Understanding pattern sizing Measuring yourself properly Picking the right fit.If you’ve ever bought clothes based on the size marked on the label alone only to find out that they didn’t fit properly, you know that one designer’s medium isn’t the same as another’s. With off-the-rack clothing, you can always run back to […]

Calculating Gauge in knitting

In This Chapter Understanding the math behind gauge Getting your gauge on with some easy tips Taking steps for successful swatching Discovering drape and changing a pattern’s gauge, or tension, is at the heart of following a knitting pattern successfully. Even if you do everything else right, if you aren’t matching the gauge given, your […]

Basic requirements to start knitting

In This Chapter Getting to know your yarn Choosing your needles Stocking your knitting bag before you start knitting, you need a few supplies. Unlike many hobbies, though, knit-^^ting doesn’t require a lot of fancy equipment. In fact, one of the great allures of knitting, I think, is that the technology is about as basic […]

Introduction To Knitting Patterns

I have great enthusiasm for knitting and for sharing the craft with others. Because you’ve picked up this topic, it’s clear that you share at least some of my enthusiasm. It’s hard to put a finger on what it is about knitting that pulls us in.Maybe it’s the simple, repetitive motions, and the feel and […]

The Nuts and Bolts (or Sticks and String) of Knitting

In this part The lot of knitting focuses on your fingers; this part of the topic, however, focuses on your brain. It’s packed with all sorts of stuff you really should know if you want to knit successfully. Whether you’ve just completed your first scarf or you’re returning to the needles after a long separation, […]