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Post by sarahisis on Nov 13, 2011 20:58:40 GMT -6
AND which is easiest to learn how to do?
I want to learn in the new year how to do one or the other.. I'm a quick learner with some things, but not with others so maybe I'd have to try both?
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Post by bunsy on Nov 13, 2011 21:00:34 GMT -6
I'm not good at either--I only know the very basics. My guess would be crocheting is easier.
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Post by lilmermaid on Nov 13, 2011 21:12:17 GMT -6
Crochet Crochet is an extremely versatile and popular technique for making a variety of fashion and home decor accessories. By combining basic crochet stitches and lighter weight or softer yarns, you create a delicate, drapable fabric; a thicker yarn produces a sturdy fabric. Beautiful textured and raised stitches are especially easy to make in crochet. All you need to crochet is a continuous strand of yarn and a single hook. You start with a slip stitch and continue to make loops (called chains), creating a foundation row. Rows are built on this foundation. Crochet stitches are made with loops and wrapping yarn around the hook. The loops are drawn through the wrapped yarn to make the stitches. You can crochet in rows, keeping your work flat, or you can join your stitches, creating a ring and work in the round. One of the most recognized crochet patterns is the Granny Square motif. These colorful crocheted squares or circles are joined together to create afghans and vests. Knit Knitting has long been the favorite technique for sweater making because of the detailing and color patterning that is possible, and the supple, drapable fabric the stitches produce. The two basic stitches--knit and purl--can be worked alone or together and form the basis of dozens of designs as well as other stitches. Knitting requires two needles and a continuous strand of yarn. You begin by making a slip knot on one needle and "casting on" the number of stitches you need for the project. (That's the term for creating the foundation row on one needle.) The basic stitches are created using both needles, wrapping the yarn over one needle and drawing the wrapped yarn through loops on the other needle. Circular knitting needles--long, flexible needles with a point on each end--are growing in popularity because they eliminate seams and the need to continually turn your knitting at the end of a row. I don't know how to do either but I want to learn too! I do have a Kniffty Knitter but have never tried it. I'm guessing you are seeing all those cool ideas on Pinterest that I am seeing and want to try!  |
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Post by sarahisis on Nov 13, 2011 21:25:46 GMT -6
not only that, but I feel so uncrafty compared to lots of other people... I wish I had paid attention in HomeEc in HS.. I can cook and bake, but that's as far as it goes other than childen's crafts lol
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Post by jrose on Nov 13, 2011 21:25:47 GMT -6
Crocheting is super easy once you get the basics down...I am still learning and want to learn how to read pattetns...I watched knitting videos it looks simple but more complicated
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Post by gwensmama9206 on Nov 14, 2011 7:28:48 GMT -6
Sarah- I've been wondering the same thing! I really don't think I'd have the patience to learn either though lol
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Post by nevaehsmom327 on Nov 14, 2011 8:26:41 GMT -6
Crotchet is one needle, knitting is two. they can both get pretty complicated though.
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Post by sarahisis on Nov 14, 2011 10:33:21 GMT -6
I think one needle will probably do it for me... so crotcheting it probably will be... I'll have to do some mroe research and maybe check out you tube and some books too!
Thanks ladies
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Post by jrose on Nov 14, 2011 10:34:08 GMT -6
youtube has been WONDERFUL for crocheting!
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Post by irish on Nov 14, 2011 10:50:30 GMT -6
So if one wants to get started, what would you recommend buying? And where?
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Post by tara on Nov 14, 2011 13:30:13 GMT -6
Crocheting was very easy to learn, and I agree with Jennifer youtube is AMAZING!
Irish -- I would start by buying cheap yarn and either a mulit-pack of hooks or I find a size 5mm to be very comfortable and common for most projects. Then if you search youtube you can find TONS of people who will walk you through how to hold it, how to chain, how to do a single crochet and continue going through all the crochet techniques, even to help you read patterns.
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Post by tara on Nov 14, 2011 13:31:28 GMT -6
Oh, and Joann's or Michaels will have everything you need to get started!
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Post by sarahisis on Nov 14, 2011 13:36:07 GMT -6
They must have starter kits too with instruction booklets and stuff.. I'm gonna look into those too!
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Post by lilmermaid on Nov 14, 2011 13:56:44 GMT -6
Don't forget to hit up michaels.com for coupons too!!!!
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Post by sarahisis on Nov 14, 2011 14:06:24 GMT -6
michaels and joanns usually have coupons in the sunday paper too.. I got a 40 percent off for each one yesterday.
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