Articles for tag: Hand Made Gifts, Knitting Tips

Karla News

How to Knit Cheaper: Sale Yarn, Ebay and Other Ways!

Knitting has become a very popular activity with some celebrities (Julia Roberts!) and with young people because of its calming qualities (when things are going well, at least). It’s not hard to learn and offers many rewards such as hand made gifts, unique and gorgeous garments and for those who are adventurous, the chance to ...

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Travel Knitting Solutions

There is usually a lot of waiting while traveling, especially on road trips. Taking a big knitting project and bag isn’t very practical when you are trying to pack efficiently. Here are some great knitting products that are great for traveling. 1. The Knit Kit The Knit Kit is a tiny container that holds just ...

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Tips for Knitting Left Handed

There are many knitters out there just like me – you are left handed knitters! Many of the knitting books give a simple suggestion to those of us who are left-handed. That is this: Learn to knit right-handed! Being a left-handed knitter, I refused to take that advice. I have been knitting left handed for ...

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New York State Sheep & Wool Festival

Every October, hundreds of knitters and crocheters from around the country flock to the Dutchess County Fairgrounds in Rhinebeck, NY for a weekend of fiber, fun, and crafty camaraderie. Since 1972, Rhinebeck has played host to the New York State Sheep & Wool Festival, one of the biggest fiber arts festivals in the country. This ...

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Knitting Tips for Beginners

While knitting was once considered to be a lost art, it has recently increased in popularity-especially among young women. While the reasons for this are not known, it is clear that this hobby is being enjoyed by more and more individuals each day. While knitting often becomes second nature as one becomes more and more ...