| How knitting began | | | | the party wrap. |
| Knitters were first believed to have begun their craft in | | | | Patterns for knitting: washcloths |
| the first few centuries AD. Egyptian artifacts and art | | | | When you want to create some products that offer |
| have led many historians to credit the creation of | | | | more functionality and usability, consider checking out a |
| knitting as a way to design clothing to the Egyptians. | | | | washcloth pattern. These usually utilize the basic |
| Since the craft is quite simple, it caught on and spread | | | | stockinet stitch, which makes them ideal for beginners. |
| to other cultures rather quickly. By the middle of the | | | | And with their small size, it will take even a newcomer |
| 1500s, the first knitting groups had been established in | | | | very little time to complete the project and enjoy that |
| France. | | | | rush of accomplishment and success. |
| Patterns for knitting: garter stitch scarf | | | | The basics of knitting |
| First-time knitters and those new to the craft often | | | | Learning the art of knitting is relatively simple, and is |
| start with a pattern like the garter stitch scarf. This | | | | enjoying a surge in popularity among new generations. |
| simple pattern is quite basic in that is requires only the | | | | Although machines do much of the commercial knitting |
| knit stitch. The end result, however, has a more | | | | necessary in the production of clothing, knitting by hand |
| complicated looking ribbed design and is an attractive | | | | still has a very important role in modern culture. When |
| fashion accessory that makes an ideal gift for loved | | | | knitting by hand, the artist also controls the colors, |
| ones. | | | | needles, and overall design of the final product. |
| Patterns for knitting: stockinet stitch scarf | | | | There are two kinds of knitting - weft knitting and |
| The stockinet stitch scarf pattern is one that is simple | | | | warp knitting. With warp knitting, only one string of yarn |
| for even the most novice knitters to learn, and is a | | | | is necessary for each stitch. This type of knitting is |
| good transition pattern for those hoping to graduate | | | | most often done by hand. However, weft knitting |
| from basic to more intermediate patterns. The finished | | | | involves multiple yarn strands and is commonly done |
| scarves are quite attractive, but tend to curl up on the | | | | by machine as part of commercial knitting. |
| edges. This can be used as the fashion and design in | | | | Why use knitting patterns |
| which these scarves are designed, or try knitting the | | | | Patterns for knitting provide a strong outline and |
| stockinet stitch scarf with fuzzy yarn. | | | | foundation for starting any new knitting project. While |
| Patterns for knitting: baby blankets | | | | knitting patterns can offer suggestions for design and |
| Many knitters first become interested in the craft so | | | | color ideas, it is ultimately up to the artist to decide |
| that they can create blankets for their friends and | | | | what the final product what look like. |
| family. Baby blanket knitting patterns are available, and | | | | Most new knitters should start with some of the basic |
| because of the square design, are quite simple for | | | | patterns listed above and work on mastering basic |
| beginners. The baby blanket pattern is highly | | | | stitches. Once you learn the basics of knitting, you will |
| customizable in both size and design. A baby blanket is | | | | want to continue progressing to more advanced |
| the perfect place to practice more complex pattern | | | | stitches and knitting patterns. You may also want to |
| stitches. And if you decide to go larger, be sure to try | | | | consider finding a local knitting group or meeting online |
| to the square afghan patterns. The stitches are much | | | | others who share your hobby. Not only will this provide |
| the same as the baby blanket design, but the final | | | | a nice social outlet, but your new knitting friends may |
| product is nearly twice as large. | | | | also be able to help you locate and use new knitting |
| Patterns for knitting: party wrap patterns | | | | patterns and new ideas for knitting projects. |
| Ready for a knitting challenge? When it's time to move | | | | Be sure to try using other available resources, such as |
| on to a more difficult stitch, try out the party wrap | | | | local craft and hobby stores. There are often |
| pattern. This design is circular and requires a few more | | | | professionals and enthusiasts who can help you find |
| advanced stitches to make it the end product come | | | | great knitting patterns to start with. You can also find |
| out correctly. However, the design is especially good | | | | great information about patterns for knitting at online |
| for beginners because it helps to hide and camouflage | | | | message boards, chat rooms, and knitting Web sites. |
| any minor mistakes that are made in the creation of | | | | |