Get creative with new knitting tipsThe Web is chock full of knitting tips and how-to knit instructions, many of which are excellent. So, I'll try not to bore you with more of the same. As a self-taught knitter and leftie who knits like a rightie, my methods are sometimes a bit out-of-the-ordinary. But, they do work for me. Hopefully, this list will deliver at least one or two techniques you haven't tried before ...Are double-pointed needles making you crazy? Don't let those slippery little guys slow down your socks, hats and sleeves. Two circular needles will do tiny tubes faster and with far less frustration. More ... Big needles and bulky yarns sure make our lives easier, except when it comes to dividing for v-necks and sleeves. Too often, we end up with unsightly holes below the split. A simple cable is the cure for holey v-necks and sleeves. More ...
Flat circles are great for everything from crowns of hats to lollypop appliques, but getting them to lie flat can be really frustrating. The secret of knitting flat circles ...
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