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Knitted lace shawl, 2010 |
Circle skirt, 2009 |
Handbound journal, 2009 |
Functional artforms I enjoy: knitting, crochet, ceramics, bookbinding, sewing, cooking, jewelry-making
Functional artforms I would like to learn: cabinet-making, welding
Knitting Basics
Whether you are currently taking my knitting class, already know how to knit and need a refresher, or are trying to learn how to knit on your own, the following are very good instructional videos to help you out.
Long tail cast on (how to get your yarn on the needles)
Knit stitch - English (or American) Style
Knit stitch - Continental (or International) Style
Purl stitch (English)
Purl stitch (Continental)
Binding off (how to get your yarn off the needles)
Knitting Patterns
There are many knitting patterns available on the web. Some of my favorite free pattern sources include:
knitty
KnitPicks
ravelry
The Yarn Cottage, Fairhope
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