Have you ever started a project inspired by the beauty of the pattern or tempted with the yarn? As a maker, knitter, or crocheter you often feel the need to make but there are times that your project might not turn out like you wanted or you might come short or with excess yarn. In times like this, a gauge swatch is a helping hand.
Knitting needles are undoubtedly the most cherished possession for any knitter. Whether it’s a pair of single-pointed needles or a set of double-pointed or circular needles, your favorite tool also needs some love and attention every once in a while. It is believed in the knitting world that if you keep your needles happy, they’ll make your knitting projects shine. So, with a little care and maintenance, you can keep your knitting needles in the perfect condition for a very long time. Investing in high-quality needles and sets guarantee a long knitting life, but even then they need love and...
Cast on is the first step of any knitting project. As the saying goes, “A good start makes the rest easier”. When you cast on knitting, you lay the foundation of your project whether you are working on single-pointed, double-pointed or even circular needles.
The knitting world is amazing but for a beginner, it also becomes overwhelming given the plethora of choices. To assist you in making a smooth entry, we’ll talk about knitting needles, their sizes, and their uses.