Loom Knitting is Back Thanks to Knifty Knitter

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by: FranklinMatson
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Date: Wed, 2 Feb 2011 Time: 8:19 AM
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Learning to loom knit can be a fun craft. It is a very affordable craft to get into. The Knifty knitter is an affordable starter loom. Once you get more skilled at loom knitting you may choose to purchase some of the more expensive knitting looms.These looms offer different gauges. In the beginning it is best to start with a Knifty knitter.

Loom knitting has been around for quite a long time. You may have also heard of knitting looms being referred to as knitting boards. In recent years there has been a resurgence of loom knitting. This is mainly due to Provo Craft introducing their Knifty knitter line of looms.

Knitting without needles has become very popular for many. This is due to a couple of factors. Speed is one reason; most people can knit much faster on a loom. An additional reason is simplicity, loom knitting is easy to learn. With the advent of the Knifty knitter this hobby became much more affordable.

Loom knitting is also much better for those with arthritis in their hands. There are people who had to give up knitting with needles due to arthritis. Thanks to loom knitting they can once again create beautiful projects. Using the Knifty Knitter weaving tool makes it even easier on the hands.

Loom knitting is much simpler than needle knitting. There are many people who just can't get the hang of knitting with needles. After watching a few minute loom knitting video tutorial those same people can be knitting on a Knifty Knitter.

Some traditional needle knitters feel that loom knitting is not true knitting. There actually a bit misguided. You can knit any stitch on a Knifty knitter that you can with needles. Those more advanced stitches may not be easy for the beginner, but once you are acclimated with loom knitting they will not be a problem. Fortunately with the Internet there are many loom knitting tutorial videos that walk you through even the most intricate of stitches.

Knifty knitters are not just about hats. I've known a number of people who love their Knifty knitter that have never made it past making hats. You can knit sweaters shawls you name it. Al you really need are some loom knitting patterns. Some people even design their own projects.

Are you in the market for a new fun hobby? You should try out loom knitting. Start loom knitting now and be ready for the holidays with a whole stash of handmade gifts. Get a stash of yarn and a set of Knifty Knitters and you are all set. The only other thing that I would recommend are loom knitting tutorial videos. Find a website that has a good selection of these and you are golden. To be honest the Knifty Knitter instruction manual is not very good. These tutorial videos will serve you much better. Get your hook out start ewrapping along with the videos and you will be well on your way to loom knitting some beautiful projects.

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