The online community for readers of Knitter's Review.   New this week: Meet Spud & Chloë     > Have you subscribed yet? Knitter's Review Forums KR Home | My Profile | Register | Active Topics | Private Messages | Search | FAQ | Want to make Betty happy? Username: Password: Save Password Forgot your username or password? Board Statistics   Forum Topics Posts Last Post    General Chitchat     Introduce yourself! Here's where we begin. Tell us about yourself. How long have you been knitting? Who taught you to knit? What does knitting mean to you? What inspires you to get out of bed every morning? 1756 18018 07/02/2009 4:07:03 PM by: Wen     How to Use the Knitter's Review Forums Needing technical support with the forums? Find answers to the most commonly asked questions here. 359 2715 01/31/2007 3:26:01 PM by: Clara     Knitterly Happenings and Events Want to know who else is going to a show? Is there an event we didn't list in our calendar? Talk about it here! 726 6239 06/26/2009 08:02:16 AM by: Shelia     Seeking Nearby Knitters Looking for other knitters in your area? Here's where to go! 531 3444 06/30/2009 12:04:19 AM by: andrewmoquin     Can I take my knitting needles on a plane? Yes. But if you still want to post about it, please do it here. 95 970 06/01/2009 07:27:16 AM by: Knitlin     General News and Announcements Get your industry news and forum announcements here! (Please put any for-profit store posts in Sales and Shop News.) 99 1529 06/05/2009 04:14:34 AM by: DebbiOH     What's On Your Knitting Wish List? From tools to yarns and everything in between, what are you thinking about getting next? 224 2594 06/25/2009 05:22:15 AM by: slsinclair     Worst Project Nightmare What is your worst knitting horror story? 130 1366 06/01/2009 07:51:28 AM by: jlc     Knitting Celebs, Articles, Jokes, etc. Hear a good knitting joke? See a celeb knitting on screen? Tell us! 298 3192 06/16/2009 6:54:41 PM by: ellensatch@msn.com     The Curse of the Love Sweater? Is it true that you should never knit a sweater for your sweetie at the beginning of your relationship? 33 354 06/21/2009 09:28:19 AM by: Lorli     Embarrassing habits when admiring yarn We all have to pick up the skein and admire it... but what are your other rituals when you see new yarns in a shop? 31 536 04/18/2009 07:55:48 AM by: carolinaknitter     Groups Seeking Donated Materials and Knitted Items Do you know of a group that needs our help? Tell us more! 95 543 06/06/2009 08:29:21 AM by: Sue at Knit Happens     Completion Issues? Have a hard time finishing projects, even if it's only a matter of stitching together pieces? 99 1154 07/01/2009 07:06:09 AM by: NutmegOwl     Ideal Knitting Bag If you could design your ideal knitting bag, what would it look like? 197 1875 05/27/2009 5:53:18 PM by: Mean Mama     Guild and Group Info Do you belong to a knitting guild or knitting group, or do you want to? Here's where you can post information about knitting guild and group locations, activities, meeting times, you name it! 60 184 06/12/2009 06:32:16 AM by: scap64     Knitter's Review Retreat Attendees Here's where registered retreat attendees can find the latest updates, information about carpooling, roommates, etc. 68 1408 06/21/2009 07:04:23 AM by: Sue Woo     Knitting Gifts Received? Has anyone given you knitting-related gifts for the holidays? Go ahead, boast here! 127 1157 03/17/2009 2:14:17 PM by: hillstreetmama     Celebrate Your Stars As you make more posts in the forum, you acquire more and more stars next to your name. For those compelled to post whenever they get a new star, here's where to do it! 150 1490 07/02/2009 12:32:47 PM by: ClimberKnits     Forum Feedback and Suggestion Box Have a question or comment for the forum administrator? Post it here! 142 1413 06/30/2009 5:32:36 PM by: ClimberKnits     Knitting as Therapy We've known it all along, but finally others are catching on. Now knitting "therapy" can be found everywhere, from hospitals to prisons. How does knitting fit into your well-being regimen? 161 3085 06/09/2009 06:30:22 AM by: Cecioboe     KR Retreat Talk Here's where registered retreat attendees can find the latest updates, information about carpooling, roommates, etc. This topic is restricted to registered attendees only. 1 4 02/23/2006 8:52:10 PM by: HopkinGreen     On the Needles What's on your knitting plate for January, now that most of the December festivities are done? 29 502 06/19/2009 11:08:55 PM by: kekumukula     Started your holiday projects yet? Are you giving knitted gifts this year? If so, what's on your project list, and how far done are you? 153 2040 06/26/2009 12:07:23 PM by: amazing grace     Random Knitting-Related Stuff Have a comment or question that doesn't fit in any of our other fiberarts-related topics? Post it here! Please put non-fiberarts posts in the Enter At Your Own Risk area. 2860 48219 07/02/2009 11:43:37 AM by: Ruby Plaid      Knitting Talk     Current Projects? What are you working on right now? 945 8172 06/29/2009 07:22:27 AM by: Ditzy Girl     General Technique Questions Need help with the basics? Ask here! 2047 14156 07/02/2009 1:40:00 PM by: sjanova     Hooray, it's finished! Did you just F(inish) an O(bject)? Sound the trumpets and share your triumph here! 1247 12452 06/28/2009 2:47:18 PM by: mwhite     Knitalongs Starting a knitalong and need a place to keep in touch? Here you go! 115 981 07/02/2009 11:53:42 AM by: BlueStocking     Knitting for Babies and Children Special issues -- sizing, yarns, etc., -- related to knitting for wee folk. **For patterns, go here.** 276 1861 06/21/2009 6:12:50 PM by: pkee     Lace Forum Are you hooked on lace, or just curious how to do it? Here's where to post! 823 8458 06/09/2009 4:12:35 PM by: Calamintha     Left-handed knitting Lefties unite! Here's where you can get support, encouragement, advice, and praise for your knitting techniques. 35 327 06/12/2009 6:04:38 PM by: Wen     Shawls and Scarves Techniques, peeves, suggested yarns, and more! 869 7630 06/27/2009 06:40:36 AM by: chapala     Sock Forum Just venturing into the world of socks, stuck on a heel, or curious to try new techniques? Talk about it here! 2498 23987 07/02/2009 11:54:57 AM by: Ruby Plaid     Stuck on a Pattern Are you hung up on pattern instructions that aren't worded clearly? Here's where you can get help from other knitters! Just tell us what the problem is. 659 2797 07/02/2009 2:44:04 PM by: sueaaronson     Boys Who Knit Want to connect with other knitting fellas about issues related to being a knitterly man? Have a good story about how to get other men hooked on knitting? Talk here! 28 354 07/02/2009 2:33:18 PM by: MMario     Hats, berets, and other head coverings Need help with a hat technique or sizing? Particularly proud of your latest accomplishment? Discuss it here! 139 785 06/21/2009 7:32:50 PM by: socker     Share Your Photo Albums Here's where you can post links to your personal Web sites with photos of your finished projects! 72 515 03/26/2009 09:26:09 AM by: hwesson     Favorite Designers Which designers do you admire most, and why? Share your thoughts! 27 218 05/06/2009 6:38:15 PM by: minh     Desert Island Stash If you were stranded on a desert island and could only bring: One yarn (in unlimited quantities, thank goodness!), One pair of needles, and One knitting book... Which would you pick? 4 54 08/28/2008 1:11:41 PM by: beedee     Designers Forum Do you create your own patterns, or are you eager to learn how? Discuss your design ideas, issues, and insights here. 113 827 06/20/2009 05:00:44 AM by: zknit08      Knitting on the Web     Blog Talk Curious what a blog is, or have one of your own? Share the link here! 723 4755 06/25/2009 2:51:19 PM by: kadiddly     Members' Personal Web Sites Do you have your own online presence? Here's where you can tell us about it. Advertisements will be removed. 93 495 05/10/2009 12:17:21 PM by: stephcat    Online Shops - Questions and Favorites Curious about your online shopping options? Want to share your favorites? 678 5494 06/21/2009 8:05:30 PM by: tguest     Other recommended Links Where else do you go for knitting-related information on the Web? 148 1201 04/03/2009 11:01:00 PM by: Wen     Podcasts Do you enjoy listening to knitting-related podcasts, or perhaps want some recommendations from other members? Post here. 52 326 10/11/2008 6:26:27 PM by: Marg in Mirror     Tool Talk     Needles Straight? Circular? Double-pointed? Discuss needles here! 662 7073 06/24/2009 08:41:55 AM by: Mocha     Gadgets Pom-pon makers, row counters, stitch markers, and all those other goodies seem tempting, but do we really need them? 247 2303 06/07/2009 1:23:51 PM by: lella     Software That's right, software really is a tool. Do you have questions or recommendations? Talk here! 41 201 05/19/2009 2:33:19 PM by: babycarolnancy      Yarn Talk     Stash management Wanting to go on a yarn diet? Unsure of the best way to store your stash? Or simply needing reassurance that a large stash is normal? Talk here! 249 3563 06/11/2009 2:50:58 PM by: LynnM     Talk about yarns reviewed in Knitter's Review Agree? Disagree? Read what others have to say and add your feedback here! 171 2133 06/30/2009 7:15:55 PM by: minh     Seeking Advice about Yarns Interested in trying a new yarn but don't know how it'll perform? Ask us! 2047 11492 06/30/2009 1:12:50 PM by: highdesertrose     Favorite Yarns Of all the yarns you've ever tried, what's your all-time favorite? 192 2007 07/02/2009 08:33:43 AM by: kbshee     Never Again! What yarn would you never use again? 144 1960 06/27/2009 3:50:40 PM by: jlc      Shop Talk     Dream LYS What's your definition of the perfect knitting shop? What would it have, and what would you make sure it didn't have? 55 1132 12/26/2008 07:43:45 AM by: Greyling     Knitter's Review Boutique Feedback Likes? Dislikes? Ideas for improvement? Do tell! 3 20 01/27/2009 06:40:27 AM by: anderknit     Shop owners and aspiring businesspeople Do you own a shop and have advice to share? Are you thinking of opening a knitting store but don't know where to begin? Here's the place to begin you search. 318 3697 06/19/2009 06:07:27 AM by: knitz2     Talk about shops profiled in Knitter's Review Agree? Disagree? Tell us what you think of the shops we've reviewed! 5 21 12/24/2008 12:37:57 AM by: kdcrowley     Yarn Stores Around the Globe Traveling to a new town and want to know the nearest LYS? Just returned from a trip and want to tell us about the yarn stores? Talk about stores here! 821 4493 07/01/2009 08:18:04 AM by: Consuelo      Spinner Central     Fiber Sources and Discussion Do you have a favorite source for fiber? Wondering what the difference really is between Coopworth and Romney? Talk about it here! 405 3345 06/11/2009 10:18:12 AM by: jennybensmom     Fiber Swap Looking to lighten your stash? Post your offerings here. (Purchases are at your own risk - we're a good bunch, but KR cannot assume responsibility if a deal goes awry.) 73 334 06/25/2009 4:22:08 PM by: cdenny21     Just Getting Started - Beginning to Spin Curious about handspinning? Not sure where to start? Chat here! 211 1996 05/12/2009 1:58:28 PM by: eepster     Seeking nearby spinners / guilds Want to spin with other folks in your area? Check here! 74 344 03/24/2009 9:41:30 PM by: theShizzKnit     Spinning Articles, Magazines, Books, and Links