The World of Fibre Arts
Knitting: Knots that Warm You!
What is Knitting?
Knitting is the process of using two or more needles to loop yarn into a
series of interconnected loops in order to create a finished garment or
some other type of fabric. The word is derived from knot, thought to
originate from the Dutch verb knutten, which is similar to the Old
English cnyttan, “to knot”.
To get started , you will need needles and yarn. As a beginner it is
recommended that you start with a chunky yarn and bigger (thick)
needles. As ou build your knitting skile you can and will move on to
using a variety of needle types (straight vs circular needles) as well
as various types of yarn - whether thick or thin!
Tip:
Start with a cheaper acrylic yarn so if and when you make mistakes,
they won't feel like such a big deal. It is normal as a beginner to
make mistakes. For needles, pick what you like, but a wood or bamboo
set of needles will provide a easier grip.
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