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Experience the joy of making with thousands of award-winning video classes taught by top designers and artists. Find out more at https://plumcreeklibrary.org/resources/.
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
All knitters drop stitches from time to time. In this class, knitting pro Debbie teaches you an easy way to pick up dropped stitches with a crochet hook. First, she shows you how to pick up stitches on a knit row, and then she shares a trick for picking up dropped purl stitches.
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
If you're new to knitting, there's no better place to start than a garter stitch hat project. Worked as a flat piece in knit stitch (no purls required!) and seamed up at the end, this color-blocked hat is gender-neutral and anything but boring. You'll learn how to make a gauge swatch, cast on and bind off, change colors and seam - all in one little hat! Creativebug's resident knitter, Faith Hale, designed this technique-packed cap to be worked on...
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Learn the basics of making one-of-a-kind woven tapestries with Annabel Wrigley. This course goes beyond simple warp-and-weft weaving, teaching you how to add long, dramatic fringe, color-blocked shapes, fluffy clouds of wool roving, and loads of texture and color. Best of all, Annabel teaches you how to mix and match all of these techniques so that you can design a unique tapestry of your own in any size you like.
25) Best Bet Beanie
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Known for their chic take on classic knits, Wool and the Gang introduces the super-chunky Best Bet Beanie, great for those wanting a quick knit. It's a one-skein project that comes together in just a couple of hours on super-sized US 17 needles. Ideal for beginners, the hat is worked in a 1 x 1 rib before it is decreased and seamed. The feel-good "Crazy Sexy Wool" yarn comes in 30 class shades, perfect for customizing to anyone on your gift list.
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
One of the most common ways to join the edges of knit pieces is with a technique called Mattress Stitch. Learn how to do this invisible stitch from a true knitting pro: Debbie Stoller. With just a tapestry needle and yarn tails, you'll be able to neatly finish up the edges of your knitting in no time.
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Entrelac looks complex but it doesn't have to be. Marly Bird brings her fun, casual teaching style to an advanced knitting technique, showing how to create this beautiful interlocking pattern with ease. You'll learn new skills throughout this three-part series by making a simple rectangular entrelac shawl, a cowl that is worked in the round, and a hat that comes together with simple shaping techniques. Once you've taken this series, you'll be able...
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
These cozy boot toppers are a perfect first foray into intarsia knitting. Cirilia Rose shows you how to knit a flat swatch in the round using four colors and basic geometric shapes. She then shows how to join in the round using the "magic loop" technique and add finishing touches. Once your yarn tails are woven in, your boot toppers are ready for their debut!
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
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Love the look of lace but intimidated by knitting it? In this workshop, Debbie demystifies knitting lace by showing you her favorite cast on, how to read a lace knitting chart, and most importantly - how to really understand what you are knitting so you can fix any mistakes with confidence. The result is this graceful, lacey scarf and a lot of knitting knowledge. Pattern included - a $6 value!
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Provisional cast-ons are incredibly useful when you want to keep your cast on stitches "live" and put them back on your needles later. Wendy demonstrates how do a provisional cast on using a crochet chain as a base. She shows which side of the chain to knit into, how to unzip the chain in order to reveal the live stitches, and how to load the live stitches onto the needle and work in the opposite direction.
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
In this class, luscious yarn and hardware store findings come together to create a miniature knitted clutch. Cirilia begins the class by demonstrating an easy way to do a provisional cast on, then shows you how to create the body of the bag in the round. Before you know it, you'll be binding off and attaching the metal closures. This project is a great way to use small quantities of special yarns that you've been saving for a rainy day. Plus, it's...
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
This precious hat functions as a stitch sampler class, since you learn cabling, adding color, the linen stitch - and a whole lot of techniques along the way. The linen stitch creates a look that appears as if you have done complicated colorwork - but you don't have to carry colors across the back. Maggie covers everything from reading your work to stay in pattern, picking up stitches, and easing in as you seam. The result is a darling, gender-neutral...
34) Knitted Robin
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Learn how to knit this adorable English robin, complete with a cherubic little body, wings, tail, and pointy beak. This red-breasted bird is knitted in pieces and comes together quickly. Megan Kreiner not only shows you how to knit the bird, but also demonstrates how to assemble all of the bits and pieces and attach it to a twig.
35) How to Knit
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Learn the basics of knitting with Carla Scott, the editor of Knit Simple and Vogue Knitting magazines. Carla will teach all of the essential skills a beginner needs to know, from casting on to binding off and troubleshooting mistakes. Best of all, you'll learn how to read knitting patterns, so you can take the information you've learned here and try it out on any beginner's project you please. Everything included in this information-packed class is...
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Short rows are one of the best ways to add dimension to knitting, perfect for creating everything from curved sock heels to set-in sleeves or even bust darts. Edie Eckman demonstrates how to create short rows in stockinette stitch, work "wrap and turns" on both knit and purl rows, and then shows how to hide the wraps if you so desire.
39) Yarn 101
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Understanding what yarn is made from and how it is constructed can provide you with a world of information about how the yarn will perform when you knit it up. Jaime and Amber of Fancy Tiger Crafts explain all of the basics about yarn, including how it is twisted and plied, the difference between animal fibers and plant fibers, and how to tell if the yarn you've fallen in love with will be the right choice for your knitting project. Lots of basic...
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
There are many variables that can change the gauge of your swatch, but you may not realize that the needle material can be one of them. Expert knitter Carla Scott demonstrates how to get consistent gauge across swatches and project knitting by keeping in mind this simple fact.
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