Learn to [insert craft here]

Learn to knit! Learn to spin! Learn to crochet! Learn how to DO STUFF! I’ll try to update this page regularly with links, videos, books, and other resources.

Links

knittinghelp.com – My number one go-to site for all things knitting, great for beginners and experienced knitters

Learning how to count your rows & stitches in different stitch patterns is essential to keeping track of your work & preventing or correcting mistakes. Learn how here.

Learning to knit for crocheters – A great post for long-time crocheters learning the other yarn craft.

thejoyofhandspinning.com – A great resource for beginning spinners.

http://gettinitpegged.com/ – Learn how to loom knit! It’s faster than needle knitting, and just as versatile!

Both Knitting Without Needles and LoomKnit have excellent loom knitting tutorials included cables, butterfly stitch, bobbles and more!

Books

Start Spinning: Everything You Need to Know to Make Great Yarn by Maggie Casey (paperback, 2008)

Socks from the Toe Up by Wendy Johnson (paperback)

Stitch ‘N Bitch: The Knitter’s Handbook by Debbie Stoller (paperback, 2004)

Stitch ‘N Bitch Nation by Debbie Stoller (paperback, 2004)

Stitch ‘N Bitch: Super Star Knitting by Debbie Stoller (paperback, 2010)

Knitting Without Tears: Basic Techniques and Easy-to-Follow Directions for Garments to Fit All Sizes by Elizabeth Zimmerman (paperback, 1971)