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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
Learn traditional cabling on this oversize scarf, with large needles and three strands of yarn held together. The scale of the scarf knits up quickly and allows you to really see what you're knitting. Jill teaches you how to cable to the front or back. The result is new knitting knowledge, as well as a sculptural scarf that can be a solid color, or ombre through different colors of yarn. Pattern included - a $6 value!
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
All knitting begins with a cast-on, which creates the foundation stitches for any project. There are many different kinds of cast-ons, and some are more appropriate for different kinds of projects. Debbie teaches you her favorite four cast-ons: the long tail, knit, cable and provisional cast-on.
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Learn how to make beautifully textured socks featuring a twisted rib stitch. These "faux" cable stitches are twisted without the use of a cable needle, and the ornate design runs along the cuff of the sock and down the instep of the foot. Edie will be with you every step, showing you how to work in the round using "Magic Loop," turn the heel flap, and finish the socks with a Kitchener stitch closure.
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
For many knitters, the thought of setting down your needles and picking up a crochet hook is a daunting one. But once you learn how to wield a crochet hook, it can become an important skill to have in your knitting bag of tricks. Cal Patch teaches some of the most common ways that crochet can be used in combination with knitting -- to add a button band to a sweater, join seams, add length to a garment, create a decorative picot or scalloped edging,...
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Knitting patterns and charts look like a language unto themselves - with mysterious abbreviations and instructions. But once you crack the code, you will be ready to tackle any knitting project. Debbie walks you through knitting patterns and charts so you will be able to speak and read knitting.
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Tossing your eyeglasses into your bag without protection is never a good idea. Wendy Bernard's eyeglass case is a great project for beginner knitters ready to try a new stitch pattern, and for anyone who needs a quick gift idea. Wendy's pattern even includes three different size options, so you can create a case for slim reading glasses, standard eyeglasses, or oversized sunglasses. Using lovely hand painted yarn, Wendy shows how to knit Linen Stitch...
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Create a sweet baby cocoon and matching hat for the baby in your life--no "knitting" required! Fiber artist Michele Muska shows you how to use a round loom to make both projects, and how to craft custom fabric simply by holding two different yarns together. Whether you've knit with a loom before or this is your first time, this is a simple, relaxing way to create beautiful gifts for your friends and family.
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Combine hundreds of yards of finger-knit chains to create a plush, one-of-a-kind cotton rug -- no knitting needles required!. Anne Weil teaches you the basics of finger knitting, then shows you how to make your very own weaving loom out of simple craft materials. You will learn how to weave your finger-knit chains to make a gorgeous, striped design and finish the rug with decorative tassels.Finger knitting is a fun activity for all ages and a great...
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
In this class, knitwear designer Gudrun shares one of her patterns for making a beautiful Shetland-inspired lace shawl. Worked up in lace-weight yarn, this shawl has a slightly unusual construction--the decorative edge is worked as a strip in an eyelet lace pattern, and then the stitches are picked up along one long edge and worked in garter stitch. This garter-stitch section is shaped with short rows, adding rich texture and a lovely curve to this...
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Afraid to knit in the round? Jill's hat is knit sideways on two needles with one seam so you can start making hats on straight needles. This project uses short row shaping - a technique that sounds intimidating but really it's just a way to shape wedges by not knitting to the end of your knitting. Jill shows you how to create those wedges that you then graft together for a quick-to-knit hat that can be worked up on smaller or larger needles (with...
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Spruce up your blank walls with this fun and fast Christmas tree string art. With just map tacks and yarn, Courtney Cerruti shows you how to create a gorgeous geometric design in any size you please. This project is the perfect way to add a big splash of holiday cheer to any room, and it's perfect for large parties when you don't have room to fit a full Christmas tree.
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
If you know how to knit and purl, then knitting Seed Stitch will be a cinch. In this video, knitting pro Debbie Stoller shows you how to create this pretty, textured fabric. Every row is worked the same way, creating a reversible fabric that looks great on both the front and back.
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
These plush baby blocks are made up of six swatches, each using a different stitch pattern. You'll gain experience knitting each stitch pattern, as well as the invaluable knowledge of learning how to read your knitting. Melanie covers stockinette, 1x1 ribbing, 2x2 ribbing, seed stitch, reverse stockinette ridges and basketweave stitch. Then she shows how to seam the swatches around a foam cube for a cozy gift for the eensie ones in your life.
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Learn how to knit this very hungry polar bear and his little fish friend with cute critter expert, MeganKreiner. The bear and fish are made with chunky yarn, so the knitting is fast andeasy. Megan shows you how to make every little bit of this 8-inch bear--from tousled head to whip-stitchedtoe--and also demonstrates how to stuff and assemble. Best of all, you'll learn how to add a safely secured magnet to both critters so the bear can carry the fish...
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Knitting the round means knitting a tube of fabric instead of knitting back and forth and back and forth to create flat fabric. Knitting in the round is used for hats, socks, sweaters and much more. There are two different ways to knit in the round - with circular needles and double-pointed needles. Debbie shows you how to do both.
100) Knit a Twist Top Hat
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
In this innovative class, knitting expert Lynne Barr shares the technique she invented for making a hat with a unique twisted top design. From brim to crown, the hat is worked in a 1x1 rib in the classic in-the-round fashion, but instead of decreasing as for a traditional hat, Lynne teaches how to finish it off with her signature traveling pleats technique. She walks you through the steps of transferring stitches to double-pointed needles to set up...
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