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my knitting journey
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items fall is the perfect time to pick up new hobbies (especially cozy indoor ones) so i've been knitting lots recently! here are just some things i've found helpful 🤍
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patterns🧣
yarn 🧶
needles & accessories 🪡
patterns🧣
a quick google search can typically find you some great free patterns! here are some of my favs
scarves are how i started and they are perfect for any beginner!
25+ Free Scarf Knitting Patterns for Beginners
i love working on doggie sweaters cause they‘re typically pretty quick and you know your puppy will look adorable in it 🥹
12 Adorable Dog Sweaters and Other Knitting Patterns for Pups
working on this rn! it's been easy to follow so far and working up quickly
Knit with Alice: The Juno Jumper
my goal one day is to knit socks 🤞🏼 here are some great looking patterns!
27 Free & Easy Sock Knitting Patterns (Great for Beginners!)
this is a great pattern if you want to learn how to cable knit! i've started this one and it's been really fun!
The Chrysalis Ear Warmer: A Free Knitting Pattern - Kitz Knitz
yarn 🧶
i typically like to look at Michaels because they have great sales and coupons but local yarn stores are perfect too, especially if you have lots of questions!
this is a great yarn to start on! 4 weight is super versatile for projects and red heart is easy to work with (cheap too!)
Red Heart® Super Saver® Solid Yarn
i love the texture of this yarn for a chunky knit! currently using this for the dog sweater pattern
Charisma™ Yarn by Loops & Threads®
this light weight yarn is so soft and perfect for sweaters
Bernat® Softee® Baby Yarn
another super soft 3 weight for sweaters, blankets, socks and more!
Patons® Beehive Baby Sport Yarn | Michaels
needles & accessories 🪡
there are so many options out there! below are things that worked for me as a beginner but you can always upgrade to better quality items
this pack is fantastic for beginner knitters! it comes with stich markers, tapestry needles and everything you need to start (besides the yarn)
18 Pairs Bamboo Knitting Needles Set, Vancens Circular ...
sometimes the plastic ones don’t cut it so these are great to have on hand
Steel Yarn Needles by Loops & Threads™
you will def want these if you’re cable knitting!
Clover Cable Stitch Holders
can’t go wrong with Susan Bates! i have a few of these and they are so smooth and easy to use
Susan Bates® 14" Silvalume Knitting Needles
if you’re like me and can’t remember anything, it‘s super helpful to have your counter right in front of you while knitting
Clover Mini Knitting Counter
stitch markers literally changed my life when i started using them! i like the ones that snap open and close so i can mark out a certain number of stitches and take them off later
Clover Jumbo Locking Stitch Markers