Two years ago I decided to learn how to knit. Trust me it’s no easy task, especially when your resources for instructions are very vague. Even purchasing a self-help book will leave you with bald spots (pulls out hair). It’s frustrating, and odds are you will have to seek out an actual knitter in order […]
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Over a hundred years ago, people knit their own socks. Those who did not know how to knit hired those that did. Rich and poor alike wore knitted hose and socks. In the early days of the United States, many homemakers knitted shawls, socks, sweaters, hats and more. Untold numbers of women made extra […]
The “one-size-fits-nobody” leg warmers from the mall are often made from cheap materials that do not last. What fits a 6′ 3″ tall friend of mine will look a little baggy on my 5′ 2″ legs. What fits me will not fit over her legs. The answer is to make your own custom leg warmers. […]
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Why should you learn how to knit a dog sweater yourself? After all, you can buy one in the store. But knitting your dog a sweater is rewarding in so many ways. You’ll get to see your furry friend looking elegant in the dog sweater you made him. You can customize the size, color and […]
Having a warm pair of slippers during the winter can make all the difference to your poor tired feet. How about knitting shoes for that special someone or for the whole family? Although I grew up in a poor family, every Christmas softball package was affected by the first study. Everyone loved their socks. In […]
While tying was once considered a lost art, it has recently grown in popularity, especially among young women. While the reasons for this are unknown, it is clear that this hobby is being used more and more each day. Since the connection often becomes second nature as you become more and more comfortable with it, […]