Saturday, May 10, 2008

how to knit using long loom

Welcome to the wonderful world of knitting! Even if you've been here for a while, there is always something new about this most fascinating craft! The process of knitting has three basic tasks: (1) the active (unsecured) stitches must be held so they don't drop; (2) these stitches must be released sometime after they are secured; and (3) new bights of yarn must be passed through the fabric, usually through active stitches, thus securing them.

If you are beginner then start with a no pattern, this means just start by knitting with a combination of just two basic stitches, knit and purl. Depending on their size and shape, the rigid frames are called knitting boards, knitting rings (also called knitting looms) or knitting spools (also known as knitting knobbies, knitting nancies, or corkers). Knitting is the delicate balance of holding needles and continuously feeding yarn until a pattern emerges.

A ribber is put on the machine, after the hem and purl stitches are made. Plenty of finished knitting projects never use more than a single colour of yarn, but there are many ways to work in multiple colors. It does not require any special or inborn talent to start knitting.

Such knitting needles may be made out of any materials, but the most common materials are metals, wood, bamboo, and plastic. The diameter affects the size of stitches, which affects the gauge of the knitting and the elasticity of the fabric.

Once you learn the basics of knitting, you will want to continue progressing to more advanced stitches and knitting patterns. Good luck with your knitting.

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