Knitting

One of my creative hobbies

wall of yarn arranged in a gradient rainbow

close up of hands knitting a project with a variegated yard of peach tree colors ranging from peachy pinks to leafy greens

several skeins of yarn in various colors with a pair of knitting needles sitting on top of them

white woman in a white linen shirt holding four skeins of yarn

Knitting is a method for production of textile fabrics by interlacing yarn loops with loops of the same or other yarns. It is used to create many types of garments. Knitting may be done by hand or by machine. Knitting creates stitches: loops of yarn in a row, either flat or in the round.

I don't remember exactly who first taught me to knit; either my mother or grandmother was my first knitting teacher. Since my early years, I have had the skills to knit, and have continued to refine my skills. I like to shop for yarn, as it almost feels like I am searching for new paint colors. At this point on my knitting journey, I have made nearly 2 dozen baby blankets, multiple scarves and shawls, a few baby and kid sized articles of clothing for my children, and two pairs of socks for myself. You can see the first sock I ever made in the top photo, on attempt four or five in getting the sizing right. I like to continue to challenge myself with new projects, and can't wait to see where my fiber journey takes me next!