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Can anyone help me???

Started this discussion. Last reply by Kathy Holdsworth Dec 14, 2010. 4 Replies

What type of wool is best for the 8 x 8 squares?

Started this discussion. Last reply by kyla Jul 17, 2009. 5 Replies

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Kathy Holdsworth replied to Kathy Holdsworth's discussion 'Can anyone help me???'
Thanks for the advice. I will keep looking at patterns online. Went to my local wool shop at weekend and got patterns there. Have started knitting them already finished 1sock so far.
Dec 14, 2010
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Dawne Smith-Sliming replied to Kathy Holdsworth's discussion 'Can anyone help me???'
The best ever sock to learn on is Lucy Neatby's Simply Splendid Sock.  Print it for free here: http://www.lucyneatby.com/perfect_sock.pdf  How to Knit a Perfect Sock
Dec 14, 2010
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Elaine Jones replied to Kathy Holdsworth's discussion 'Can anyone help me???'
Hi Kathy,  If you can't wait to get the book Caroline recommended, you could try the sock patterns at www.lionbrand.com.  You need to register to access the patterns but it's free and well worth doing so.  There's also…
Dec 14, 2010
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Caroline E K Sandhu replied to Kathy Holdsworth's discussion 'Can anyone help me???'
Hi Kathy, I can recommend an excellent book called 'Vogue Knitting - The Ultimate Sock Book: History; Technique; Design' available from Amazon.  I bought this book two or three years ago and I absolutely love it.  I had never…
Dec 14, 2010
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Can anyone help me???

I have been asked by a friend to knit 2 pairs of socks for her.One is for a man and the other for a 9 year old girl( bed socks required for girl).I have never knit socks before and was wondering if anyone can recommend any patterns. Patterns in books or online.Please help.Thank you.See More
Discussion posted by Kathy Holdsworth Dec 9, 2010
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dawn laverty replied to Kathy Holdsworth's discussion 'im new on here!!!'
Love that hat Kyla, and the cutie who is wearing it! Love Dawn x
Sep 13, 2009
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P. Jeanne Haessler replied to Kathy Holdsworth's discussion 'im new on here!!!'
That's such a cute hat! Adding the tassels just finishes it off perfectly. Did you post this over in photos so others can see it and do the same thing Kyla?
Sep 13, 2009
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Laurie C. Hake replied to Kathy Holdsworth's discussion 'How many stitches does everyone do to do 8 X 8 squares?'
Howdy: I use size #8 US needles, worsted weight yarn and 32 stitches to make the 8" - seems to work well - (I don't knit tight, so this may make a difference - Laurie
Jul 26, 2009
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kyla replied to Kathy Holdsworth's discussion 'How many stitches does everyone do to do 8 X 8 squares?'
I am using size five (by Canadian measurement, I don't know where you are so you may need a conversion chart for that,) and I am knitting my squares on an angle - so from corner to corner - so that I never have to count any stitches. its the…
Jul 25, 2009
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kyla replied to Kathy Holdsworth's discussion 'What type of wool is best for the 8 x 8 squares?'
a family friend taught me to knit when I was about five years old, but I never really took to it. I taught myself all over again when I was 17, knitting baby hats for a charity called 'caps to the capital,' then I moved from one charity to…
Jul 17, 2009
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kyla replied to Kathy Holdsworth's discussion 'im new on here!!!'
Absolutely send them in - the ladies in SA are doing everytihng in their power to use each and every square that come their way. If you are still unsure about your squares, consider if you could turn them into something else. I had some squares that…
Jul 17, 2009
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Sandy McDonald and Kathy Holdsworth are now friends Jul 14, 2009
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Sandy McDonald left a comment for Kathy Holdsworth
Hi Kathy, well you have already been well and truly welcomed! Just thought I would add a bit more: Please join our July Challenge - keep a newborn warm, making blankets for abandoned babies. And also our July competition to win the beautiful book,…
Jul 13, 2009
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Sandy McDonald replied to Kathy Holdsworth's discussion 'im new on here!!!'
Hi Kathy - welcome its great to have you on board. Please send them as Ronda is receiving odd batches of different sizes and the SCC ladies are getting adept at bundling like sizes with like sizes. It is just easier for them overall if going forward…
Jul 13, 2009
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Kathy Holdsworth replied to Kathy Holdsworth's discussion 'What type of wool is best for the 8 x 8 squares?'
I wouldnt say that I was a keen knitter!!! I dont have a clue about all the knitting 'stuff'! The only thing I have done is the squares that I done ages ago(dont think i can send them because I havent a piece on it after casting off, read…
Jul 12, 2009
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P. Jeanne Haessler replied to Kathy Holdsworth's discussion 'What type of wool is best for the 8 x 8 squares?'
Oh DK's great stuff. Some people are using double strands for some garments and hats. Personal choice I think, there's discussions around KAS about yarn weights. My mum was a keen knitter too. She learnt when 15 and sitting on the bus…
Jul 12, 2009

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At 3:42pm on July 13, 2009, Sandy McDonaldSandy McDonald said…
Hi Kathy, well you have already been well and truly welcomed! Just thought I would add a bit more:

Please join our July Challenge - keep a newborn warm, making blankets for abandoned babies. And also our July competition to win the beautiful book, The Essential Guide to Color Knitting Techniques. You can find the details in the main forum.

Did you receive e-zine no 11? If not you can view it here.
http://www.knit-a-square.com/Square_Circle-abandoned-babies.html

Look forward to chatting to you soon, Sandy
 
 
 

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