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by Knit Picks Podcast on April 20, 2011
Reflecting on the idea of being stranded on a deserted island is an interesting exercise in focusing your knitting requirements. It turns out that my care package would be filled to the brim with sock knitting supplies. The easy way they fit into my “normal” life has several positive applications for a “stranded” lifestyle. If you’ve been thinking of learning to knit socks, I hope to inspire you and give you confidence to try it. If you are already a sock knitter, I think you’ll completely understand the logic behind my deserted island choices. 3 easy ways to listen… |
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by Knit Picks Podcast on April 20, 2011
To begin, I will give you a quick background on how I got started knitting. Then, a review of my book suggestions for beginning knitters. Finally, a review of What’s On My Needles this week. 3 easy ways to listen… |
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by Knit Picks Podcast on April 14, 2011
Alison chats with crochet designer Linda Permann, author of Crochet Adorned and Little Crochet - which just was released last week! Hear all about Linda's design process from beginning to end in creating this beautiful book as well as tips and tricks that crocheters of all level will find helpful. Look below for the super cute book promo that Linda made herself as well as adorable pictures of some of the projects referenced in the podcast! 3 easy ways to listen... |
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by Knit Picks Podcast on April 13, 2011
What is the deal with needle sizing? Depending on where you live, there will be a particular way that the sizes of knitting needles are categorized. It all seems a bit confusing, but it is actually quite simple. 3 easy ways to listen… |
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by Knit Picks Podcast on April 13, 2011
Our new warm weather yarns will be arriving in just a couple of weeks! Tina and I couldn’t wait any longer to give you a bit of a preview. 3 easy ways to listen… |
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by Knit Picks Podcast on April 13, 2011
Casting on is the beginning of every knitting adventure. But, just like a travel adventure, how you get started depends on where you are going. Plane, train or automobile? Cabled, long tail or invisible cast on? 3 easy ways to listen… |
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by Knit Picks Podcast on April 13, 2011
In cold weather, I’m quite comfortable knitting warm garments. But, before I know it, spring arrives and I have absolutely nothing hand knit to wear in the warm weather. What a disappointment! There are many reasons to knit summer tops and sweaters but you need to get started during the dreary days of winter. To help you make your yarn decisions, I thought it would be a good idea to review the qualities of summer fibers like cotton and linen. 3 easy ways to listen… |
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by Knit Picks Podcast on April 13, 2011
Designers are individuals. We love their unique projects but sometimes their unique way of communicating can make us crazy! The thing is, patterns are just like novels. An artist throwing their view of the world out there counting on the kindness of strangers. You, the reader, or knitter, have the responsibility to participate in process. You interpret the writing in order to enjoy the story. As you work through a pattern it may be easy to understand, confusing or frustrating. It all depends on the style of the written instructions and how well you are able to interpret them 3 easy ways to listen… |
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by Knit Picks Podcast on April 13, 2011
Every artist has a set of favorite tools that are a magical blend of usefulness and empowerment. As long as you have your bag with you, you can fix any knitting problem. Over the years I have defined my own collection of tools that I consider to be absolutely essential. I always keep them within reach when I am knitting. Since every knitter has their own style, her own requirements will be little different from mine. But, I will share my must-have list with you in case my collection inspires you to add a few things to your own tool kit. 3 easy ways to listen… |
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by Knit Picks Podcast on April 13, 2011
January’s project from Elizabeth Zimmermann’s book the Knitter’s Almanac is an Aran sweater. So, that is how I am beginning my year! As I worked out the design for my cardigan, I realized cabling would be a nice topic for the beginning of our knitting year together. It does feel nice to shake away the lethargy of Christmas vacation with a challenge. 3 easy ways to listen… |
