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A Couple of Basic Steps for Learning How to Knit

Articles 101 How To Knit  Topics: Knitting/How To by The Articles 101 Team FROM THE ARTICLES 101 ONLINE TEXTBOOK  Introduction Are you interested in learning how to knit? Then you'll soon be in very good company.  Knitting  is a craft technique that appeals to all ages and skills, and just so happens to be  a healthy hobby . It's meditative, creative, and  eco-minded . Not to mention it delivers the thrill of creating a special, one-of-a-kind item with your own two hands. If you're committed to picking up the practice, there are a few things you'll need: a pair of  needles , quality  yarn  (in a  hank, skein, or ball ), and a  project  that's best matched to your skillset. If you're a beginner, start with something easy and small in size such as a headband in garter or a winter shawl in stockinette stitch. As you  progress in skill , you can add signature touches to your knit items like unique  knitting stitches , cabled embellishments, or finished trims. In kni