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Fair Isle knitting is a type of colorwork knitting which is done by carrying the yarn you aren't knitting with across the back of the work as you go. It was a bit tricky to hold the two yarns and get the tension right as a beginner. This technique works best with wool. However, I used Sublime Cashmere... Continue Reading →
As my daughter outgrew her beanie, I initially planned to convert it into a bonnet.I made it into a hood for her cardigan instead as I thought it would look cooler as a hoodie to the cardigan I had stitched a few years back. Also it's a lot more convenient. She looks super cute wearing... Continue Reading →
My mom knit a blanket for my daughter using infinity loom. She did basketweave stitch on Bernat blanket yarn Sailors delight. As this is a thick yarn, she used alternate pegs on the loom. This video shows how to loom knit a basket weave stitch...
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I tried finger knitting. It was quick and easy to make kids sized headband and bracelets. https://in.pinterest.com/pin/326229566749098129/
Stitched the sun hat for my daughter based on pattern at http://treefrogknits.blogspot.com/2010/04/sun-hat.html. It turned out to be very useful on cold but sunny days. Stitched the mittens based on pattern at http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/baby-mitts-2. It turned out nice, but I didn't use it on her as it is not yet very cold here. Stitched the socks based... Continue Reading →
Some easy to make items which would make a wonderful gift or a nice addition to your baby's wardrobe this summer. I knit these with anchor mercerised knitting cotton thread. I made the top with slight modifications to pattern available at http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/Lucille. I had cast on twice the recommended number of stitches by mistake. I... Continue Reading →
Stitched the cardigan based on free pattern available at Ravelry site http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/amabel-cardigan. I added two more rows to get the button hole at right distance. This covers the neck better. Also it can be folded like a collar for a change. For the cap I followed the pattern available at https://mariannaslazydaisydays.blogspot.com/2014/07/matching-hat-for-all-in-one-baby-top.html. I would recommend using... Continue Reading →
Knitted this beautiful shawl based on this chart using 2 skeins of Payette icicle thread 216 yds/197m. It is very stylish and comfortable to be draped around the neck.
A long term project, made with 4 Rainbow Boucle BrownMustardGrey yarns. E-wrap 2 strands of the size 4 yarn on a size 5 loom till desired length and cast off.
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Knitted a top based on instructions for Small Cable Rib Summer Tank and added a sleeve by watching How to Make a Sweater by cheryl brunette I used 3 balls of red hearts Monet thread. With the balance thread made crochet earing and bracelet.
These are my first few knitting projects, which I did based on video tutorials, some time during the winter to keep my ears warm. Thus even with the chilly wind blowing, I could go to the park and enjoy hearing the pine cone trees creaking due to the wind.
This is my first knitting project. I learnt knit, purl, knit 2 tog and yarn over while making it. It can seem tough for beginners, but I assure you that you will get the hang of it pretty easily. However, this beautiful scarf requires mindfulness while making it. Pattern Do old shale stitch with one... Continue Reading →
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