http://www.instructables.com Thu, 23 May 2013 01:27:16 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/Needle-Arts/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1R/WV52/HFD17297/F1RWV52HFD17297.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1R/WV52/HFD17297/F1RWV52HFD17297.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1R/WV52/HFD17297/F1RWV52HFD17297.SMALL.jpg Ladyleggers This is my entry  for the Make-to-Learn Youth Contest. (I apologize for the orientation of the photos.) My answers to the questions are: What did you make? This is a collection of some random items that I had made over the past few months. The different art forms I used were, Knitting, Crocheting,...
By: Ladyleggers

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 13 Apr 2013 13:37:38 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Baby-Owl-Hat/
Baby Owl Hat - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7F/5AHD/HET13A58/F7F5AHDHET13A58.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7F/5AHD/HET13A58/F7F5AHDHET13A58.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7F/5AHD/HET13A58/F7F5AHDHET13A58.SMALL.jpg Natalina Four of my friends just had babies this past month.  Of course this means it's knitting time!  I thought that knitting a baby hat would be easy - just take an adult size hat, and scale it down, right?  So I set to work, and made something that was way too small - apparently newborn heads are larger ...
By: Natalina

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 1 Apr 2013 18:11:49 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/A-Basketful-of-Knittings/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRQ/OEOF/HERLNAHS/FRQOEOFHERLNAHS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRQ/OEOF/HERLNAHS/FRQOEOFHERLNAHS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRQ/OEOF/HERLNAHS/FRQOEOFHERLNAHS.SMALL.jpg kelseyrj I first learned to knit in elementary school, when I knitted a square oven mit as my first project. I continued to learn different ways of knitting and croqueting all through middle school, and I continue to knit at home doing fun projects like scarves, hats, purses, and oven mits.   I've made a cou...
By: kelseyrj

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 26 Mar 2013 18:35:59 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/yarn-salad-bowl/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9Q/HJ9C/HCV8LEWV/F9QHJ9CHCV8LEWV.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9Q/HJ9C/HCV8LEWV/F9QHJ9CHCV8LEWV.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9Q/HJ9C/HCV8LEWV/F9QHJ9CHCV8LEWV.SMALL.jpg firehorse I wanted a bowl to hold my knitting yarn and re-purposed this teak salad bowl that I found in a thrift shop.  The salald bowl is already finished and smooth.  My project costs were extremely low and my knitting project looks tidy. I'm thrilled and inspired to document more of my projects.  
By: firehorse

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 9 Feb 2013 07:07:56 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Quick-Easy-KNITTED-FINGERLESS-MITTENS/
Quick & Easy KNITTED FINGERLESS MITTENS - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW9/A959/HAVGJXMP/FW9A959HAVGJXMP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW9/A959/HAVGJXMP/FW9A959HAVGJXMP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW9/A959/HAVGJXMP/FW9A959HAVGJXMP.SMALL.jpg Susan Cirigliano Last year I knit a scarf for my niece as a Christmas gift.. This year she asked me to make her some fingerless hand warmers. This a very quick and easy idea I came up with.  supplies basic knitting skills yarn needles darning needle scissors  ruler Cast on cast on 20 stitches I used size 13 ne...
By: Susan Cirigliano

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 4 Jan 2013 15:37:16 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Bamboo-Yarn-Bowl/
Bamboo Yarn Bowl - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF8/T1VY/HAQ30N4O/FF8T1VYHAQ30N4O.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF8/T1VY/HAQ30N4O/FF8T1VYHAQ30N4O.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF8/T1VY/HAQ30N4O/FF8T1VYHAQ30N4O.SMALL.jpg dtextor So your girlfriend likes knitting things and x-mas is coming soon? Making her a beautiful bamboo yarn bowl that keeps the yarn from getting entangled and unrolls the yarn would be a nice option. -------------------------------------- Materials needed - wooden bowl (I used a bamboo bowl from Ikea)...
By: dtextor

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 17 Dec 2012 12:11:37 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Multicolor-Infinity-Scarf/
Multicolor Infinity Scarf - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIC/5Y7S/HA4MB9OG/FIC5Y7SHA4MB9OG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIC/5Y7S/HA4MB9OG/FIC5Y7SHA4MB9OG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIC/5Y7S/HA4MB9OG/FIC5Y7SHA4MB9OG.SMALL.jpg Susan Cirigliano This holiday season at work I decided to make my Secret Santa recipient a hand knit scarf. I wasnt certain of what color they would like so I made it multicolor.  Supplies I have a big basket of yarn with remnants left from other projects Needles etc You will also need knitting needles, I used...
By: Susan Cirigliano

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 5 Dec 2012 07:16:46 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Circular-Blanket-knitted-in-the-round/
Circular Blanket knitted in the round - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI3/JT8Q/H9G10OEI/FI3JT8QH9G10OEI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI3/JT8Q/H9G10OEI/FI3JT8QH9G10OEI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI3/JT8Q/H9G10OEI/FI3JT8QH9G10OEI.SMALL.jpg Danger is my middle name I love this blanket!  It is knit in the round using yarn overs to increase every other row which creates the spiral pattern.  I love knitting in the round because I don't have to constantly switch my needle back and forth, especially on projects as big as this.  I always make these blankets for fami...
By: Danger is my middle name

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 19 Nov 2012 20:28:12 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Ombre-Dyed-Yarn-and-Studded-Leather-Handle-Knit-Ca/
Ombre Dyed Yarn and Studded Leather Handle Knit Carry-All - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAI/NPHH/H9G17H17/FAINPHHH9G17H17.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAI/NPHH/H9G17H17/FAINPHHH9G17H17.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAI/NPHH/H9G17H17/FAINPHHH9G17H17.SMALL.jpg technoplastique I love ombre and this method is a way to precisely control exactly how an ombre knits into a project. This Instructable covers dying the yarn, knitting it into a bag, adding a zipper and making studded leather handles. It don't go too deeply into the knitting, but it's just stockinette in the round ...
By: technoplastique

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 19 Nov 2012 20:26:34 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Dye-Yarn-with-Food-Coloring/
How to Dye Yarn with Food Coloring (Plus other tips!) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ2/KX9H/H9G17GY6/FQ2KX9HH9G17GY6.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ2/KX9H/H9G17GY6/FQ2KX9HH9G17GY6.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ2/KX9H/H9G17GY6/FQ2KX9HH9G17GY6.SMALL.jpg skillzmcfly It seems like everywhere you look (ok, maybe not everywhere, maybe just on pinterest), there's a tutorial on how to dye yarn with Kool Aid. When I first saw that you could do that, I'll admit, I got pretty excited. I immediately went to the store and bought a ton of kool aid and I dyed every white/n...
By: skillzmcfly

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 19 Nov 2012 20:03:39 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Vintage-Knitting-Pattern-Tips-and-Tricks/
Vintage Knitting Pattern Tips and Tricks - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEF/V2YU/H9K2FTX0/FEFV2YUH9K2FTX0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEF/V2YU/H9K2FTX0/FEFV2YUH9K2FTX0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEF/V2YU/H9K2FTX0/FEFV2YUH9K2FTX0.SMALL.jpg Laura Mae For a truly authentic vintage knitwear look, you just cannot beat a vintage pattern.  And there are hundreds of these patterns available online for free!  A quick search in the Ravelry database, or even Google will yield an amazing number of gorgeous possibilities. [The pattern for this particular ...
By: Laura Mae

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 18 Nov 2012 22:01:58 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/scarves/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5W/V827/H9G15L93/F5WV827H9G15L93.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5W/V827/H9G15L93/F5WV827H9G15L93.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5W/V827/H9G15L93/F5WV827H9G15L93.SMALL.jpg emilyvanleemput winter is coming, and we all want a nice scarf! So, why spend your money on it at the store if you can MAKE it?!?! null null null null null null null null null null null null null null null null
By: emilyvanleemput

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 12 Nov 2012 21:38:23 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Snow-Shoe-Hat/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAY/EHJS/H6MF2L65/FAYEHJSH6MF2L65.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAY/EHJS/H6MF2L65/FAYEHJSH6MF2L65.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAY/EHJS/H6MF2L65/FAYEHJSH6MF2L65.SMALL.jpg jennabee25 I came up with this hat during a trip in Snow Shoe, PA.  I used scraps of yarn that I brought along with you.  Any worsted weight yarn will work.  It's a perfect hat for hiking on cool days and for keeping the sun off your head!  Get the free pattern here:  http://www.ludicraft.com/2012/08/snow-shoe...
By: jennabee25

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 2 Sep 2012 17:23:44 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Loom-Knit-Gryffindor-Scarf/
Loom Knit Gryffindor Scarf - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTX/E50B/H5ENPP0G/FTXE50BH5ENPP0G.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTX/E50B/H5ENPP0G/FTXE50BH5ENPP0G.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTX/E50B/H5ENPP0G/FTXE50BH5ENPP0G.SMALL.jpg rodneybones Materials and Tools 36 peg rectangular knitting loom red and yellow yarn scissors yarn needle crochet hook This scarf is incredibly simple to make. There are a few little fidgety things, but it is mostly just basic repetition. This is a great project for keeping your hands busy while listening to ...
By: rodneybones

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 3 Aug 2012 11:36:26 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Brass-Knitting-Needles/
Brass Knitting Needles - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKE/S0QG/H51ASMHN/FKES0QGH51ASMHN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKE/S0QG/H51ASMHN/FKES0QGH51ASMHN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKE/S0QG/H51ASMHN/FKES0QGH51ASMHN.SMALL.jpg jesse.hensel Quick knitting needles made from 1/8" solid brass rod. Materials and Tools I purchased a 3' long 1/8" diameter brass rod from a local hardware store. The project requires a hacksaw and sandpaper. However, a ruler, clamp, grinding wheel, leather gloves and eye protection will make the work faster ...
By: jesse.hensel

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 25 Jul 2012 15:14:40 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Quick-Drop-Spindle/
Quick Drop Spindle - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX9/NK7V/H4VQ6AI6/FX9NK7VH4VQ6AI6.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX9/NK7V/H4VQ6AI6/FX9NK7VH4VQ6AI6.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX9/NK7V/H4VQ6AI6/FX9NK7VH4VQ6AI6.SMALL.jpg Boreal House I was given a pound of carded wool. However I had no way to spin it. Here is the drop spindle that I made on the street in Portland. Materials and Tools I couldn't find a hardware store in downtown Portland, but there were several art supply stores. I purchased a 3/8" hardwood dowel and I piece o...
By: Boreal House

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 25 Jul 2012 13:44:16 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-Knit-Tie/
Easy Knit Tie - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6A/M52G/H3JX9ZFR/F6AM52GH3JX9ZFR.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6A/M52G/H3JX9ZFR/F6AM52GH3JX9ZFR.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6A/M52G/H3JX9ZFR/F6AM52GH3JX9ZFR.SMALL.jpg Penolopy Bulnick I have been wanting to try to knit a tie for a while now and with Father's Day coming up (it was when I started) I decided to give it a go.  It's pretty easy to make and soft to wear! Supplies All you really need for this project is yarn and a knitting needle, but I will tell you everything I use...
By: Penolopy Bulnick

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 17 Jun 2012 17:00:29 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Knitted-Robot-Cushion/
Knitted Robot Cushion - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK9/87O3/H337KWYM/FK987O3H337KWYM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK9/87O3/H337KWYM/FK987O3H337KWYM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK9/87O3/H337KWYM/FK987O3H337KWYM.SMALL.jpg Kitewife I was at the Derby Mini Maker Faire with the rest of the Kitefamily, when I came across the people from Pics to Knits.  They impressed me so much, I decided to use their website to create a Robot cushion for Kiteman's delicate tushie. Starting image The website can use any image that is formatt...
By: Kitewife

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 7 Jun 2012 17:15:35 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Carshalton-Bridge-Jubilee-Yarnbombing/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F33/NHJI/H2WELOCL/F33NHJIH2WELOCL.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F33/NHJI/H2WELOCL/F33NHJIH2WELOCL.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F33/NHJI/H2WELOCL/F33NHJIH2WELOCL.SMALL.jpg JK1959 Carshalton Ponds ( Carshalton -Surrey) is  the scene of suspected guerrilla activity . Driving  past the Ponds very early, the bridge displayed a small army of blue/white/red ducks . . Each duck is knitted and part of a long knitted ribbon decorating the railings on the bridge. The duck squad seems ...
By: JK1959

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 2 Jun 2012 15:24:07 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Knit-a-key-fob-cosy/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLA/6HCC/H05NKL5H/FLA6HCCH05NKL5H.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLA/6HCC/H05NKL5H/FLA6HCCH05NKL5H.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLA/6HCC/H05NKL5H/FLA6HCCH05NKL5H.SMALL.jpg yoyology The key fob remote for my car broke so that it couldn't be attached to my key chain any more. I knitted a cover for it, which lasted about a year before it wore through and had to be replaced. Since I was making a new one, I thought I'd document the process. This is a moderately difficult project, e...
By: yoyology

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 24 Mar 2012 19:18:09 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Amigurumi-Lorax/
Amigurumi Lorax - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI2/CSZU/GZUAFCHY/FI2CSZUGZUAFCHY.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI2/CSZU/GZUAFCHY/FI2CSZUGZUAFCHY.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI2/CSZU/GZUAFCHY/FI2CSZUGZUAFCHY.SMALL.jpg craftknowitall “You want me to make a what?” was my reply to my daughter at her suggestion to create a Lorax.  She had just seen the movie and thought I should make one.  I haven’t seen the movie so I needed to do some research and to do some thinking.  This is the first time I have created a knitted amigurumi p...
By: craftknowitall

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 17 Mar 2012 15:46:32 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Infinity-Times-7-Scarf/
Infinity Times 7 Scarf - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF1/8M3T/HAQ37LPK/FF18M3THAQ37LPK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF1/8M3T/HAQ37LPK/FF18M3THAQ37LPK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF1/8M3T/HAQ37LPK/FF18M3THAQ37LPK.SMALL.jpg Penolopy Bulnick I have been wanting to make an infinity scarf for a while now and just during the holidays, I got a circular needle set so I had to try it out.  I am quite happy with the outcome.  What you Need Supplies: YARN!  I chose to use 7 different colors (I have a weird obsession with rainbows and co...
By: Penolopy Bulnick

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 30 Jan 2012 23:06:14 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Felted-Cat-Toy-Easy-Free-No-Knitting-Required/
Felted Cat Toy - Easy, Free, No Knitting Required - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBJ/9Y3E/GXL5OT0L/FBJ9Y3EGXL5OT0L.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBJ/9Y3E/GXL5OT0L/FBJ9Y3EGXL5OT0L.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBJ/9Y3E/GXL5OT0L/FBJ9Y3EGXL5OT0L.SMALL.jpg pltate Did you just get a couple of cute, adorable kittens and forget to buy them some cat toys?  Fret no more.  Gather together some scrap yarn and make your own cat toys in no time at all.  What I like about this toy is that it is easy to make and requires no knitting.  Plus, these steps and measurements...
By: pltate

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 21 Jan 2012 07:07:58 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Dye-Wool-Yarn-with-Coffee-Tea-and-Turmeri/
How to Dye Wool Yarn with Coffee, Tea, and Turmeric - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F85/NDSB/GX5XK8UU/F85NDSBGX5XK8UU.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F85/NDSB/GX5XK8UU/F85NDSBGX5XK8UU.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F85/NDSB/GX5XK8UU/F85NDSBGX5XK8UU.SMALL.jpg iamkeebler I recently came into possession of a white ball of wool yarn, and I thought to myself, "Huh, how boring!" So I decided I would try my own attempt at dying yarn. I've never dyed yarn before so I started to do a lot of internet research, and what I found included a lot of crazy toxic dyes, all of whic...
By: iamkeebler

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 8 Jan 2012 12:47:32 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Transverse-Cowl-Knitting-Pattern/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSC/EOO5/GX5187NM/FSCEOO5GX5187NM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSC/EOO5/GX5187NM/FSCEOO5GX5187NM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSC/EOO5/GX5187NM/FSCEOO5GX5187NM.SMALL.jpg iamkeebler Guess what everybody... I wrote another knitting pattern!!! This one is also for a cowl, but it has a really nice diagonal pattern to it. It's a simple pattern that again is just interesting enough to make sure you don't get bored. The diagonal pattern is created by doing an oblique rib stitch. Wha...
By: iamkeebler

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 7 Jan 2012 19:34:17 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Best-Yarn-Puffballs-Removable-or-Permanent/
Best Yarn Puffballs (Removable or Permanent) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8Y/ZGYZ/GWQL8UZQ/F8YZGYZGWQL8UZQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8Y/ZGYZ/GWQL8UZQ/F8YZGYZGWQL8UZQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8Y/ZGYZ/GWQL8UZQ/F8YZGYZGWQL8UZQ.SMALL.jpg MichaelDFarmer This tutorial shows how to make a yarn puffball (a.k.a. pom-pon). I believe this method is more sophisticated than the other methods I've found online. It produces more durable puffs that can be attached temporarily or permanently. Items you'll need: 1. Yarn (between 150 and 200 yards) 2. 30" Cro...
By: MichaelDFarmer

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 28 Dec 2011 19:01:35 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Anti-kitty-knitting-box/
Anti kitty knitting box - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKY/897W/GWOSAK6V/FKY897WGWOSAK6V.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKY/897W/GWOSAK6V/FKY897WGWOSAK6V.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKY/897W/GWOSAK6V/FKY897WGWOSAK6V.SMALL.jpg bmelton1 I have 5 cats. Three are young and 2 are older. Let me rephrase the previous statement. I have 0 cats. My WIFE has 2 and her brother who lives in our house with his new wife has three young cats. I am crafty. That means I sew, knit, craft, and generally just make stuff. Cats have the natural tendenc...
By: bmelton1

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 27 Dec 2011 08:59:16 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/knitting-marker/
knitting marker - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9X/F5QJ/GU1UZ879/F9XF5QJGU1UZ879.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9X/F5QJ/GU1UZ879/F9XF5QJGU1UZ879.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9X/F5QJ/GU1UZ879/F9XF5QJGU1UZ879.SMALL.jpg crafty97 This is my very frist instructable i have ever done so it might not be the best. I am showing you how to make a knitting marker. Great for a gift for a knitting buddy or just for yourself! Supplies: 1. needle nose pliers 2. wire cuter 3.Beads of your choice (but not to big) 4. Studed wire 5. circ...
By: crafty97

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 27 Oct 2011 17:09:24 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Turn-disposable-chopsticks-into-knitting-needles/
Turn disposable chopsticks into knitting needles - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWH/FOPH/GQZJNAMB/FWHFOPHGQZJNAMB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWH/FOPH/GQZJNAMB/FWHFOPHGQZJNAMB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWH/FOPH/GQZJNAMB/FWHFOPHGQZJNAMB.SMALL.jpg Thursday I stopped knitting many years ago. More recently, I took up crochet. Over the years, all my knitting needles disappeared. Then, I attended the Vancouver Mini Maker Faire. Among other things, there were some people giving knitting lessons. I didn't stop by until the second day, by which time they ha...
By: Thursday

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 7 Aug 2011 00:04:28 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/FO-The-Fur-Real-Vest/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIJ/LGHZ/GQOPTNCJ/FIJLGHZGQOPTNCJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIJ/LGHZ/GQOPTNCJ/FIJLGHZGQOPTNCJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIJ/LGHZ/GQOPTNCJ/FIJLGHZGQOPTNCJ.SMALL.jpg gwenstella More pictures and details on my blog here
By: gwenstella

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 29 Jul 2011 05:47:45 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Pencil-Scarf/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0L/P5FX/GP7ISAYA/F0LP5FXGP7ISAYA.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0L/P5FX/GP7ISAYA/F0LP5FXGP7ISAYA.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0L/P5FX/GP7ISAYA/F0LP5FXGP7ISAYA.SMALL.jpg Teensy Doodles I typed up a whole long paragraph, but somehow Instructables deleted all of it?  This happens in every 'ible I make!  Grrr... I made this scarf a long time ago, but never had the chance to upload it.  So it is about 5'7, and it was probably the longest thing I've ever made.  Tedious work!  But wort...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 23 Jun 2011 15:20:33 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Dr-Who-Inspired-Gift-Combo/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FER/NH6Q/GOHM3MTD/FERNH6QGOHM3MTD.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FER/NH6Q/GOHM3MTD/FERNH6QGOHM3MTD.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FER/NH6Q/GOHM3MTD/FERNH6QGOHM3MTD.SMALL.jpg Twinmum My daughter is a huge Dr Who fan, so deciding on a theme for her latest birthday present was quite easy. As she already has an extensive book and DVD collection, we decided on something a little different. Something hand made. She already has a Tom Baker scarf and a knitted Dalek, so we decided on ...
By: Twinmum

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 13 Jun 2011 15:49:55 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-your-own-intarsia-picture-knitting-c/
How to make your own intarsia (picture knitting) charts - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCF/PWIV/GOHM3MSF/FCFPWIVGOHM3MSF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCF/PWIV/GOHM3MSF/FCFPWIVGOHM3MSF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCF/PWIV/GOHM3MSF/FCFPWIVGOHM3MSF.SMALL.jpg Twinmum Over the years, I have done a lot of intarsia or picture knitting. Many of the things I have made have been from already created patterns, but a lot have been from my own design because there just wasn’t anything like I wanted available. I thought I would share how to create your own intarsia patt...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 13 Jun 2011 15:24:10 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Victorian-Inspired-Fingerless-Mittens/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FON/TTKX/GOHM3PE0/FONTTKXGOHM3PE0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FON/TTKX/GOHM3PE0/FONTTKXGOHM3PE0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FON/TTKX/GOHM3PE0/FONTTKXGOHM3PE0.SMALL.jpg Twinmum This is a pair of fingerless mittens I have made for my daughter. I can't take the credit for the wonderful pattern though. The pattern is available free from VO Knits. I've also made a pair in the same colours as the one on the pattern site and they are beautiful, but my youngest daughter loves yel...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 5 Jun 2011 03:43:08 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Knitted-Panda-Hat/
DIY: Knitted Panda Hat - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9K/9OFN/GNXX0SF0/F9K9OFNGNXX0SF0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9K/9OFN/GNXX0SF0/F9K9OFNGNXX0SF0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9K/9OFN/GNXX0SF0/F9K9OFNGNXX0SF0.SMALL.jpg gwenstella I'm really nervous about this because this is the second time that I am writing a knitting pattern. I will try to be as descriptive wherever I can. For more advanced knitters, you simply need the chart and insert the face into your favourite beanie pattern. But for knitters who've only just begun t...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 21 May 2011 19:11:11 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Knitted-hats/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRS/G9IL/GMIGG2SJ/FRSG9ILGMIGG2SJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRS/G9IL/GMIGG2SJ/FRSG9ILGMIGG2SJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRS/G9IL/GMIGG2SJ/FRSG9ILGMIGG2SJ.SMALL.jpg JosiePosie76 I call them Candy Hat Creations.  My favorites have already been sold...  These are what I ahve left of 300 hats...lol
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 18 Apr 2011 23:45:55 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Pieced-Knitted-Blanket/
Pieced Knitted Blanket - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7Y/M3VE/GM9N29L8/F7YM3VEGM9N29L8.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7Y/M3VE/GM9N29L8/F7YM3VEGM9N29L8.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7Y/M3VE/GM9N29L8/F7YM3VEGM9N29L8.SMALL.jpg SelkeyMoonbeam This blanket is knitted out of yarn donated to my school for service projects; it will, once I add a border for size, be donated to a homeless shelter. My blanket is a baby blanket size, but the same pattern could be sized up easily by (a) changing the number of stitches or (b) using bigger yarn. ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 8 Apr 2011 14:49:34 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Knitted-mobile-phone-socks/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1B/QCUY/GLWQWB0W/F1BQCUYGLWQWB0W.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1B/QCUY/GLWQWB0W/F1BQCUYGLWQWB0W.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1B/QCUY/GLWQWB0W/F1BQCUYGLWQWB0W.SMALL.jpg BlueberryCrazy I made these mobile phone socks using scraps of novelty wool. I think I used size 4 knitting needles and cast on 20 stitches(? not sure if thats the term for it). I made heaps and sold several to family and friends for a few dollars.
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 3 Apr 2011 23:33:22 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/My-Knitted-Toys-1/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHF/A99L/GLWQVSA1/FHFA99LGLWQVSA1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHF/A99L/GLWQVSA1/FHFA99LGLWQVSA1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHF/A99L/GLWQVSA1/FHFA99LGLWQVSA1.SMALL.jpg Toadash Mum taught me to knit and since then, I have been making lots of stuffed toys. Mum has a lot of Jean Greenhowe books and I make toys from them. These are three of my latest ones. A Girls Guide (just like me), a ballerina dressed in red and black that I made for my sister (she likes black and red) an...
By: Toadash

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 1 Apr 2011 19:14:17 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Knitted-Companion-Cube/
Knitted Companion Cube (from Portal) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F73/4WXA/GLWR10ON/F734WXAGLWR10ON.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F73/4WXA/GLWR10ON/F734WXAGLWR10ON.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F73/4WXA/GLWR10ON/F734WXAGLWR10ON.SMALL.jpg Twinmum The cake may have been a lie, but the cube is real . Do you miss your cube and can't wait for Portal 2? If so, then why not make your very own companion. And there's no need to throw this one in the incinerator. Requirements An intermediate knowledge of knitting, you will need to be able to i...
By: Twinmum

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 30 Mar 2011 20:48:34 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Cloud-City/
Cloud City - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDD/4YNO/GKTJNVN5/FDD4YNOGKTJNVN5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDD/4YNO/GKTJNVN5/FDD4YNOGKTJNVN5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDD/4YNO/GKTJNVN5/FDD4YNOGKTJNVN5.SMALL.jpg annahowardshaw A fun space knitting project... Materials and Tools Materials Lion Brand - Alpine Wool - Dark Gray (1 Skein) Lion Brand - Alpine Wool - Light Gray (1/4 Skein) Lion Brand - Vanna's Glamor - Sparkly black (Few yards) Lion Brand - Vanna's Glamor - Sparkly copper (1/2 Skein) Lion Brand - Fun Fur -...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 5 Mar 2011 09:21:59 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Knitted-wedding-cake/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOF/5QYG/GKQ39AZ7/FOF5QYGGKQ39AZ7.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOF/5QYG/GKQ39AZ7/FOF5QYGGKQ39AZ7.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOF/5QYG/GKQ39AZ7/FOF5QYGGKQ39AZ7.SMALL.jpg doozerbob This i smy entry for the "build with yarn" contest,a completely knittted wedding cake.
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 1 Mar 2011 05:07:52 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Warmest-Euphonium-in-the-World/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTZ/UN2U/GJQEBNKB/FTZUN2UGJQEBNKB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTZ/UN2U/GJQEBNKB/FTZUN2UGJQEBNKB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTZ/UN2U/GJQEBNKB/FTZUN2UGJQEBNKB.SMALL.jpg katietes I made a cosy for my euphonium (a half-size tuba) to help keep it warm. I used exactly 245 meters of worsted weight yarn, and used mainly knitting to cover it, but also did some basic wrapping around some of the smaller slides, as there is not much space in between them. Even with its new coat, my e...
By: katietes

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 19 Feb 2011 21:13:18 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Carve-bone-needle-for-naalbinding/
Carve a bone needle for naalbinding - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMN/2WDX/GJ7MLWDO/FMN2WDXGJ7MLWDO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMN/2WDX/GJ7MLWDO/FMN2WDXGJ7MLWDO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMN/2WDX/GJ7MLWDO/FMN2WDXGJ7MLWDO.SMALL.jpg Culturespy Naalbinding is a very old method of weaving similar to but predating knitting and crocheting. It is sometimes called Viking knitting and is spelled a number of ways ranging from nailbinding to nålebinding, though that Danish name was introduced in the 1970's. This method, sometimes simply referred t...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 21 Jan 2011 19:22:08 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Knitting-Lessons-Increasing-and-Decreasing-Stitch/
Knitting Lessons: Increasing and Decreasing Stitches - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOZ/YAX0/GHN8CZS1/FOZYAX0GHN8CZS1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOZ/YAX0/GHN8CZS1/FOZYAX0GHN8CZS1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOZ/YAX0/GHN8CZS1/FOZYAX0GHN8CZS1.SMALL.jpg Carleyy If you want to change the width of your knitting you will need to learn how to increase and decrease stitches. This will allow you to make more interesting knitted shapes. When you increase stitches you are adding an extra stitch (or loop) to your needle. This will increase the length of your row b...
By: Carleyy

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 13 Dec 2010 17:00:17 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Knitting-Instructions-Learn-to-Knit/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7Z/HLSP/GH89ZTJF/F7ZHLSPGH89ZTJF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7Z/HLSP/GH89ZTJF/F7ZHLSPGH89ZTJF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7Z/HLSP/GH89ZTJF/F7ZHLSPGH89ZTJF.SMALL.jpg Carleyy Learn to knit in just a few weeks!  Use this step by step guide to become a professional knitter in time for the holidays. Each week I will add new instructables to this guide that will teach you a new knitting technique. These knitting lessons have video tutorials and written instructions with pho...
By: Carleyy

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 5 Dec 2010 23:04:12 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Knitting-Lessons-Binding-Casting-Off/
Knitting Lessons: Binding (Casting) Off - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFJ/3GUO/GHADGWDP/FFJ3GUOGHADGWDP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFJ/3GUO/GHADGWDP/FFJ3GUOGHADGWDP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFJ/3GUO/GHADGWDP/FFJ3GUOGHADGWDP.SMALL.jpg Carleyy Binding Off: When your done knitting you bind, or cast, off so your yarn doesn't unravel when you remove it from your needle. To bind off on a purl row, use the same instructions but with purl stitches instead. Knit two stitches like you normally would Take your left needle and pass it th...
By: Carleyy

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 5 Dec 2010 18:35:44 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Knitting-Lessons-The-Purl-Stitch/
Knitting Lessons: The Purl Stitch - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFF/EO27/GH8A01Z2/FFFEO27GH8A01Z2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFF/EO27/GH8A01Z2/FFFEO27GH8A01Z2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFF/EO27/GH8A01Z2/FFFEO27GH8A01Z2.SMALL.jpg Carleyy Knit Stitches and Purl Stitches make up almost all types of knitting stitches and patterns.  Once you learn both you can knit all types of decorative stitches into your projects! For more knitting tutorials visit my page: Carleyy. Purl Stitch - For the knit stitch you start with the yarn beh...
By: Carleyy

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 5 Dec 2010 18:33:24 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Knitting-Lessons-The-Knit-Stitch/
Knitting Lessons: The Knit Stitch - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMJ/O0EY/GH8XYOPV/FMJO0EYGH8XYOPV.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMJ/O0EY/GH8XYOPV/FMJO0EYGH8XYOPV.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMJ/O0EY/GH8XYOPV/FMJO0EYGH8XYOPV.SMALL.jpg Carleyy The most common styles of knitting are the American and Continental styles.  In the American style you hold the yarn in your right hand and use your right hand to move the yarn.  In Continental style you use your left hand to hold and move the yarn. I, like most people, prefer using the Continental...
By: Carleyy

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 5 Dec 2010 18:30:57 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Knitting-Lessons-Cast-On-Techniques/
Knitting Lessons: Cast On Techniques - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0Z/RGM6/GH8AALRK/F0ZRGM6GH8AALRK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0Z/RGM6/GH8AALRK/F0ZRGM6GH8AALRK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0Z/RGM6/GH8AALRK/F0ZRGM6GH8AALRK.SMALL.jpg Carleyy All knitting starts with casting on.  This creates loops on the needle which will become the first row of stitches.  Here I present four cast on techniques which are the most commonly used. These techniques include: Single Cast On Longtail Cast On Knitted Cast On Cable Cast On I recommend learning...
By: Carleyy

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