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Scope and Purpose
This website was designed to be a collection of all the knitting-related resources that I have found to be most helpful. It is in no way comprehensive, but I hope that you will find what you need. The links on the right will provide you with general information and link to more in-depth resources.
Have a look around and if you have any suggestions, please email me at alisa.hutchison(at)gmail(dot)com.
Just Learning to Knit?
Check out Getting Started to find:
- A list of essential tools
- Links to the best resources for beginners
- Basic information you need to know about yarn and needles
Important Things For Every Knitter to Remember
- If you don't like the yarn, you won't like the finished product
- You can accomplish a lot with just a few techniques
- Check your gauge BEFORE you start the project
- Keep track of your pattern
- If you make a mistake, chances are someone else has made the same mistake before and there is probably a solution
- Even the most advanced knitters don't know it all and can benefit from reviewing the basics
- There is always something new to learn
- You can do it and it IS possible
- Sometimes you just have to rip it
Alisa's Favorites!
Best Website
KnittingHelp.com
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Instructional videos for all levels and both continental and english style knitters!
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Best Idea
KnitWiki
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The community run knitting encyclopedia!
User-submitted patterns, techniques, historical information, and more! Read other knitters reviews on books, DVDs, patterns, software, and yarn! |
Best General Book
A~Z of Knitting: The Ultimate Guide for the Beginner to Advanced Knitter
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Author: Gardner, Sue. Publisher: Woodinville, WA : Martingale & Co., 2007. Find it: WorldCat "Straightforward text and full-color photos walk you from beginner's basics through gorgeous Aran, Fair Isle, entrelac, and intarsia knitting." This book really has it all! |
Best Online Store
KnitPicks.com
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"Luxury Yarn at Affordable Prices"
Knit Picks carries yarns made of a full range of fibers - from natural, to synthetic, to blends! Representing all weights from lace to super bulky and everything in between. Also has a great selection of beautiful needles, books, accessories, and clearance items! |
Best Needles
Denise Interchangeable Knitting Needles
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At $49.95
for Blue and $54.95 for Pink (with $5 being donated to support breast cancer research) these kits are a steal!!!
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Best Accessories
Lantern Moon
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Beautifully handcrafted needles, needle cases, totes, baskets, and silk bags made in Vietnam. Lantern Moon works directly to provide income, education, and support to the families of these crafters! |
