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Knitting Needles on Planes??
Asked by M.M. from Colorado Springs
on December 17, 2006
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Does anybody know if tsa is allowing plastic knitting needles on planes. I have looked and they say maybe. I guess it's up to the security people to decide whether you...
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- Hello, Here is the list of all the items not allowed on the airplanes. http://www.tsa.gov/travelers/airtravel/prohibited/permitted-prohibited-items.shtm#11 Hope tha...
- Anything that there is a doubt about you can probably pack in the checked bags. The enforcement varies between airports and TSA officials and if it isn't replacable I...
- I fly a lot and love to knit on the plane. However, I use bamboo needles. I would think plastic would be fine, wouldn't try metal.
Knitting
Asked by E.W. from Houston
on January 15, 2009
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Hi All - was just wondering where is a good place to start if one wanted to learn how to knit. Looks like it would be fun (but difficult to a non-sewer and someone wh...
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- I learned from the I Taught Myself Knitting book (sold at Michaels, Joanns, and Walmart in a kit) and www.knittinghelp.com I liked the website, because it has videos ...
- I crochet. My Aunt taught me the basics and I watched a lot of YouTube video's of people crocheting to learn more. Check out the best crochet YouTube instructions ...
- I don't knit, but I crochet. You may want to look into that too. Personally I just don't get knitting, but crochet for me came easy. Instead of 2 needles crochet is...
Knitting!!!
Asked by S.C. from Sioux Falls
on December 4, 2007
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I really want to learn how to knit! My Mom always knit and crocheted as I was growing up and tried to teach me but I wasnt interested, but, she lives in England and ca...
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- I crochet. Go to your local craft store and look for a book on knitting. I don't remember the name but it has step by step instructions on how to get started. They eve...
- I taught myself by using a booklet from Hobby Lobby. The book is meant for kids to learn, but it does such a good job describing it and showing pictures- it's perfect...
- There are plenty of knitting circles in Kalamazoo. If you don't have time for one there are sites that are helpful.
Summer Knitting Ideas
Asked by J.K. from Omaha
on March 21, 2012
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Not sure how many people on here knit but even those who don't can answer this!
I'm addicted to knitting, but in the summer/spring months I don't enjoy it as much b...
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- My grandma makes kitchen washcloths from cotton yarn. Not very exciting, but quick, easy and they make the BEST washcloths. I have so many I can easily use a fresh o...
- teacup and apple cozies, have you seen them, adorable? Facial wash cloths, light, airy summer shrugs, bags... scroll down, some neat summer ideas here: https://www.go...
- We have knitters and crocheters in my oiffice. They make all kinds of great stuff. From summer cover ups, to vests to skirts to shirts to shawls. It really does make a...
Seeking a Knitting Tutor/teacher/mentor for ME!
Asked by M.H. from Dallas
on February 14, 2008
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hi there.
i've finally gotten up the nerve to go to my local yarn store and get some big needles and big bulky yarn to learn with. these gals are GREAT folks and hap...
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- Stitch n Bitch is fascinating and awesome...if you notice an extra stitch...add it with another one to make it go away.
- Hi M., to really answer your request for a teacher, we need to know where you live. With a 4-year-old and another on the way, you don't have a lot of time to drive ar...
- I'm not sure where you live, but they have a knit night at Passion Knit in Sneider Plaza in University Park. It's free, a bunch of people just sit around/drink wine/kn...
Knitting Wool Soakers for Nighttime Use
Asked by J.J. from Pittsburgh
on March 3, 2008
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We've used cloth diapers successfully with our son (now 21 mos) and he's ready for a bigger size wool soaker for nighttime use. They are pretty expensive and you need...
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- Being the owner of a wahm cloth diapering company since 2002 you can bet my eyes widened with a glimmer. Congrats on 21 months in cd. It is so good to see that there...
- This website has several links for patterns. http://diaperpages.com/soaker.php
- You can find many free patterns for soakers on the internet. Just do a search. There are many. You can also make them from old wool sweaters...there are also free pa...
Crochet Hooks - Bamboo?
Asked by B.D. from Pittsburgh
on February 4, 2012
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I recently started crocheting and have a set of aluminum hooks. I find that after a while my hands start to hurt or just not comfortable.
Now I have knit and a kni...
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- I also knit (have all my life) and use different needles depending on what I'm doing. Personally I don't like the bamboo needles for MOST applications. I also croche...
- hi bd- I like the aluminum hooks with the 'flatter' style hook (if that makes sense). For knitting, I prefer bamboo...but am slowly replacing my aluminum ones on...
- It sounds like it's more your technique and grip on the hook rather than the type of hook you are using. Try taking breaks to stretch your hands and fingers and see if...
Gift Ideas for a Dear Friend
Asked by C.R. from Seattle
on August 30, 2011
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Hi Mamas!
I am just at a loss as to what to get my very dear friend for her birthday this year. Our birthdays are about a week apart and we've always exchanged gift...
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- Is there a local place near you that makes tea? You could take her on a tour of the factory if they provide tours. If not take her to an expensive afternoon tea at a f...
- What about bringing her a nice meal for her family to enjoy, a fun magazine that she likes, and some yummy dessert treat. Any new mom with little baby can fully app...
- Do you have a World Market? I always find the neatest things there.
Baby Shower Ideas
Asked by J.H. from Denver
on May 14, 2008
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I am hoping some of you ladies can help me gather some ideas for a baby shower I am throwing for my sister in a few weeks. What I am looking for are ideas for a keepsa...
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- This is a lot of work and requires sewing, but have you considered a quilt? We did this for a friend, and each person made a square and then they were all sewn togethe...
- I don't know how talented everyone may or may not be in terms of knitting or crochet, but a new idea in baby showers I read about is buying yarn in various "baby" colo...
- At the last baby shower I attended, the host gave us each a disposable diaper and a sharpie pen. We were asked to write the expectant parents a piece of child-rearing...
How to Make Kids Hair Bows
Asked by B.T. from Jackson
on April 30, 2008
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I was wondering if anyone knows how to make those curly hair bows.
a lady told me u have to have a certain kind of ribbon & wrap around a rod and bake.
I forgot what...
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- Hi B.. If your wanting a thin, maybe multicolored bow, about what you would see on a gift, just pick up the thin ribbon at any party store or gift wrap section at Wal-...
- Hi, for a service projest at church last year we made doll hair using regular yarn wrapped around a wooden dowels and baked for 30 minutes then cooled. When we took i...
- http://ribbonqueen.com/store/product_info.php?cPath=67&products_id=338 http://www.bowbusiness.com/howtomakebows.html Here are a couple of place's to check out...I'...
