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Knitting, How to learn?

lakurumau View Member Profile	12/04/2012, 02:28 PM Post #11
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I second joining Ravelry! It's soooo useful - and you get to see everyone's projects and yarn stashes! You request an invitation and about two days later they invite you to sign up.

au*lit View Member Profile	14/04/2012, 11:00 PM Post #12
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I taught myself through a combination of books, online videos and MIL (she showed me how to purl when I just couldn't get it). I think my style is a bit unorthodox (I think it's kind of continental but not exactly) but it works for me and now I can do some pretty complicated projects. For books, you can start with the pamphlets published by Patons sold at Spotlight and just about every wool/knitting shop. When you're ready to commit to buying books, Stitch and b**ch by Debbie Stoller is a good place to start, it has lots of projects and also lists other useful knitting books. Debbie Bliss Baby Knits for Beginners was also a good starter book. Knitting for babies is great for beginners as the projects are small and not too daunting. Other great books I've got (I have a few) Knitting in Plain English Knitting Without Tears (love this title ) The Readers Digest Complete Guide to Sewing and Knitting (out of print but still can be found if you try) It's been a while since I've needed to refer to online videos but knittinghelp.com was very helpful. Videos really show you when written instructions or diagrams aren't making sense. As mentioned above, I needed MIL to help me purl (the yarn just kept slipping of the needle) so there may be times when there's no substitute for a real live teacher. That said, ever since then I've been able to master any other skills with books/videos and a bit of trial and error. Good luck and I hope you enjoy it!

ubermum View Member Profile	14/04/2012, 11:14 PM Post #13
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Youtube. I did a class but learned more from youtube. Also learned how to crochet.

mindy05 View Member Profile	17/04/2012, 12:04 AM Post #14
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Not sure if you have a Spotlight near you, but I think they are having their knitting party this Saturday. If you go along with wool and needles (or buy them there) there is sure to be someone there to help you.

murraysmissus View Member Profile	15/06/2012, 01:54 PM Post #15
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maybe baby in 2013 :)
I found Youtube to be by far the most helpful. The lady who 'taught' me is a member of Ravelry also... her username on YouTube is Very Pink Knits. (I realise this is a late reply :-/ sorry!)

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