Monday, February 15, 2010

Learning to knit for photos


I have found so many items on etsy that I want to order.  The problem is that my husband would never allow me to spend so much.  So I have decided to pick a few of my favorites to order and learn to knit/crochet some more simple items.

Above are items I made this weekend:  two diaper covers, a hat and a cuddle sack.  The first diaper cover is made of thick, cheaper yard.  I was just trying to see if I could actually make one.  The others are made with an angora and thicker yarn combined.

If I can do this, anyone can.  I bought a set of circle looms and long looms and have taught myself how to knit in two weekends.  The first weekend I made two hats.

My current project is a nest egg. (I'll add photos once completed).

If you are interested in the cuddle sack, here is the pattern I used:


If interested in the diaper covers, here is the pattern I used:


I found out while making the diaper cover that you need an understanding of crocheting in order to complete this project.  It is not all done on the loom.

Now that I know I can make these particular items I will be purchasing more high quality yarns.

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