Learning to Knit Knitting has timeless appeal. The same knitted stitches that date as far back as the 11th century are still practiced by a vibrant community of knitters today. Why does a craft that could have easily been made obsolete by machine-made knits have such staying power? As any knitter will tell you, knitting offers an abundance of benefits, whether it’s the relaxing and meditative movement of the hands, the creative expression that is possible in each knitted project, or the satisfaction of making items that are both useful and beautiful. Ultimately, knitting is fulfilling—and fun! Learning any new skill can seem daunting at first, but knitting is actually very simple. Just remember this: All knitting is made up of two basic stitches—the knit and the purl. Working with these stitches is as easy or as complicated as you choose to make it. You don’t have to master the advanced aspects of knitting before you can create stunning garments and gifts that you will be proud to say you made by hand. This book will give you all the information you need to begin. Read on to discover more reasons to pick up a pair of knitting needles and yarn so you can start knitting now.
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