The Knitters Thread

LadyDee

ZsaZsa wrote: »

Dyeing Rowan Wool Have any knitters dyed wool? I knitted a cardi a couple of years ago with Rowan wool but I don't like the colour (a beige "rich tea biscuit" coolour) and haven't worn it. I'm annoyed that it's a waste of v v expensive wool, so I've bought a dylon dye today (a handwash dye, it says it is suitable for wool), but I'm a bit apprehensive about using it- the thought of wrecking £60/70 worth of wool is making me feel a bit sick! (Its Rowan Big Wool- 100% Merino)

I came across this info when I was considering doing the same thing (never did get around to it); there might be something useful here.
http://www.ehow.com/dye-wool/

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I have spent hours over the last few days, just skim reading this amazing, helpful thread. I am gobsmacked at the beautiful knitting that you do, esp orkney star, wow.

I started knitting 55 years ago and have had a break of a few years but am back to it now and am getting so inspired by you all. I learnt something new yesterday, russian joining method, well I never and I saw a you tube video of knitting two colours with yarn in the left hand as well as the right hand

I found a site with such helpful free videos, so clearly explained
http://verypink.com/

Trouble is that I have one more cardigan to knit for dgd and then two tank tops for dgs so I am being very restrained, well I have been buying sock wool if I am honest and have vacuum packed my stashes so that they look smaller. I can`t complain about the children`s clothes as they are enjoyable to make and they are such a bargain ie 6 garments + dolly clothes from the leftovers and all for just £10 from kemps

Toe up and toe down socks, why are they different?

Mikazaru

teeni wrote: »

my latest completed project

That's fantastic, can I ask where you got the pattern? I've been looking for one for ages now, but the only ones I can find are old leaflets that I can't track down or ones for children.

Haven't done much knitting for a while now I have lots of projects on the go but have got to the difficult parts on them and come to a halt.

teeni

Mikazaru wrote: »

That's fantastic, can I ask where you got the pattern? I've been looking for one for ages now, but the only ones I can find are old leaflets that I can't track down or ones for children.

Haven't done much knitting for a while now I have lots of projects on the go but have got to the difficult parts on them and come to a halt.

Bought this pattern off an australian site, you are welcome to a copy if you pm me an email address i will forward it to you.

Mikazaru

Have PM'd you, thank you very much

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I got arm ache lots of times from over-knitting and found some very good stretches, they relieved the aches every time
http://knitfreedom.com/being-a-knitter/top-5-stretches-for-knitting-pain-relief

judexx

kittie wrote: »

I have spent hours over the last few days, just skim reading this amazing, helpful thread. I am gobsmacked at the beautiful knitting that you do, esp orkney star, wow.
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Trouble is that I have one more cardigan to knit for dgd and then two tank tops for dgs so I am being very restrained, well I have been buying sock wool if I am honest and have vacuum packed my stashes so that they look smaller. I can`t complain about the children`s clothes as they are enjoyable to make and they are such a bargain ie 6 garments + dolly clothes from the leftovers and all for just £10 from kemps

Toe up and toe down socks, why are they different?

Kemps are wonderful aren't they - just as well for me that I don't live near there.........

As for socks - toe up or toe down is very much a 'horses for courses' thing - I love toe up as it means that you can make the sock as long as possible, knowing that you only need enough yarn to cast off, plus I really hate Kitchener stitch. I'm sure someone else, OrkneyS ?, will tell you why they prefer toe down.

Which ever you choose - enjoy - socks are one of my favourite projects, especially with self-striping wool

pennib

Kittie; Goodness that's a bargain knitting marathon £10 for all that :j Can't do socks so can't help you with your conundrum there.

Teeni; Great jumper. Seems a pity that people can't get such nice patterns in this country.

Here is my bundle of fun. An assortment of knitted rabbits and one stray monkey. More on me b*og.
Watching a ballet show!

judexx

Love the rabbits, Pennib - wish I had the patience for knitted toys as they're so sweet.

MadelinesMum

Hi, I'm a keen knitter and have now tried my hand a few baby blankets but they seem to take forever (I'm quite slow). I was wondering if it would be quicker to crochet, and if anyone could suggest a book and/or website to get me started. I have no experience of crochet.
Many thanks