July 29, 2010

Knitting Crochet Yarn

Knitting Crochet Yarn

Advice for Knitting and Crochet? -Beginner!?

Basically, I'm a beginner. And I would like to know what size of stick thingy I should use(knitting and crochet), what kind of yarn is easier to use, what kind of patterns should i begin with. Im planning on making a hat using the knit and NO IDEA in crochet. Please I'm this hopeless! help!

The thing to remember is to keep it simple! I would go for crocheting first, but that's just because it seemed easier to me. I'm sure people who prefer to knit would say that is easier.

My first project was a very simple ripple style afghan in double crochet stitches. That afghan started out as single crochet, but those are really small stitches & it takes forever & 3 days to make any progress. Double crochet stitches move along faster and I think they are easier for a beginner to keep consistent than triples.

When you select a pattern, it will tell you what size hook (stick thingy) to use and how much yarn to buy in what weight & colors. The weight is a gage for measuring the thickness of the yarn.

I would suggest that you choose something pretty easy for your first project - maybe a scarf to go with your hat? If you do an easy thing like a scarf, you can concentrate on getting your stitches right and the finished piece is likely to come out well pretty much on its own. there are lots of free crochet patterns on the web. Just do a search.

Good luck. I have crocheted for a long time and it is a nice relaxing hobby.

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