If this is the first time you have picked up a crochet or knitting needle in your life, do not worry, remember how you learned to write, and how skillfully you are doing it now. Everything takes time, and our knitting tips will help you get started with this amazing type of needlework.
Instructions
Step 1
To get started, master the most basic loops with knitting needles - front and back, or crochet stitches - with and without a crochet. Work 5-10 rows each until you feel confident.
Step 2
Now you can start knitting patterns. This will give the skill of combining different stitches and yarns, or stitches and chain stitches. You will also begin to understand descriptions and read diagrams.
Step 3
But do not stay for a long time at this period - start knitting a full-fledged product! Yes, you heard right, only in the process of working on the finished product will you quickly and in complex master this type of needlework.
Step 4
Of course, you should not immediately take on a coat, although this is not prohibited. But it is better that your first product is not very complex in shape (scarf, napkin). At the same time, take a more complicated pattern, a scarf with an elastic band 1 x 1 will not teach you anything. Now is the period of mastering patterns and "stuffing hands". But we will deal with the shape of the product a little later.
Step 5
Recommendations for choosing the first product with knitting needles - a scarf with braids or an openwork stole; crochet - an openwork scarf or napkin.
Step 6
You can tackle a more complex thing when the signs on the diagrams become familiar and you will be able to at least slightly “see” the finished pattern. Now you can start mastering the forms. It can be: a hat, socks, a straight cut jacket.
Step 7
Remember that the description in the magazine - dimensions, yarn thickness, knitting density, tool size - are given only for that product in the picture. It is very rare that a complete match can be achieved. And you don't need to! You and your knitting style are unique, it's better to just count everything than try to fit.
Step 8
After the product you have connected begins to suit you and the people who will look at it, proceed to the next stage - creativity. Start simple - change cut, pattern, add new details. Believe me, it's not difficult at all, but very interesting.
