The online community for readers of Knitter's Review.   New this week: Hand Dyeing Yarn and Fleece, the book!     > 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? 1888 18725 03/20/2010 3:22:57 PM by: StudioAtCrowHavenFarm     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! 759 6479 03/20/2010 10:26:44 AM by: HRH the Knitting Queen     Seeking Nearby Knitters Looking for other knitters in your area? Here's where to go! 570 3563 03/18/2010 10:06:39 PM by: fiberlicious     General News and Announcements Get your industry news and forum announcements here! (Please put any for-profit store posts in Sales and Shop News.) 103 1557 01/27/2010 1:28:20 PM by: Clara     Worst Project Nightmare What is your worst knitting horror story? 136 1411 02/02/2010 08:54:39 AM by: Solaris     Knitting Celebs, Articles, Jokes, etc. Hear a good knitting joke? See a celeb knitting on screen? Tell us! 325 3321 03/16/2010 02:36:44 AM by: mertle     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? 38 396 03/16/2010 5:05:16 PM by: minh     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? 34 545 03/19/2010 08:47:33 AM by: PBELKNAP     Groups Seeking Donated Materials and Knitted Items Do you know of a group that needs our help? Tell us more! 105 586 03/13/2010 4:15:35 PM by: eldergirl     Completion Issues? Have a hard time finishing projects, even if it's only a matter of stitching together pieces? 102 1261 02/20/2010 05:54:09 AM by: KnittingKittens     What's On Your Knitting Wish List? From tools to yarns and everything in between, what are you thinking about getting next? 234 2668 03/05/2010 8:01:28 PM by: hillstreetmama     Can I take my knitting needles on a plane? Yes. But if you still want to post about it, please do it here. 99 1068 03/08/2010 10:37:03 AM by: jldotson39     Ideal Knitting Bag If you could design your ideal knitting bag, what would it look like? 200 1900 01/23/2010 5:27:27 PM by: lella     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! 62 191 03/18/2010 7:44:43 PM by: knitree     Knitter's Review Retreat Attendees Here's where registered retreat attendees can find the latest updates, information about carpooling, roommates, etc. 89 1764 03/18/2010 7:54:40 PM by: knitree     Knitting Gifts Received? Has anyone given you knitting-related gifts for the holidays? Go ahead, boast here! 131 1180 02/04/2010 10:08:22 AM by: KnitPurlPeace     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! 151 1492 03/20/2010 2:28:19 PM by: Grandma Knitting Lynne     Forum Feedback and Suggestion Box Have a question or comment for the forum administrator? Post it here! 152 1531 02/07/2010 03:39:24 AM by: zknit08     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? 165 3142 03/10/2010 07:57:29 AM by: Nitaks2     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? 33 542 02/05/2010 05:09:20 AM by: Chayah     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? 162 2180 02/26/2010 12:52:25 PM by: lacylaine     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. 2987 49833 03/20/2010 11:56:12 AM by: kadiddly      Knitting Talk     Current Projects? What are you working on right now? 704 6007 03/18/2010 11:35:52 AM by: kbshee     General Technique Questions Need help with the basics? Ask here! 2194 15069 03/20/2010 3:24:08 PM by: quiltflower     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. 709 3027 03/20/2010 04:39:07 AM by: potknitz@juno.com     Hooray, it's finished! Did you just F(inish) an O(bject)? Sound the trumpets and share your triumph here! 1291 12802 03/20/2010 2:02:19 PM by: Grandma Knitting Lynne     Knitalongs Starting a knitalong and need a place to keep in touch? Here you go! 122 1082 03/19/2010 6:25:41 PM by: minh     Hats, berets, and other head coverings Need help with a hat technique or sizing? Particularly proud of your latest accomplishment? Discuss it here! 143 813 12/14/2009 2:07:17 PM by: ikkivan     Lace Forum Are you hooked on lace, or just curious how to do it? Here's where to post! 835 8581 02/11/2010 11:58:46 AM by: NastiJ     Shawls and Scarves Techniques, peeves, suggested yarns, and more! 889 7805 03/10/2010 1:40:36 PM by: Wen     Sock Forum Just venturing into the world of socks, stuck on a heel, or curious to try new techniques? Talk about it here! 2547 24398 03/14/2010 7:11:31 PM by: lacylaine     Sweater Talk Stuck on sleeves, looking for a way to improve your armholes, or perhaps you're just seeking company as you work through your sweater? Here's the place! 10 52 03/17/2010 7:27:55 PM by: lacylaine    Knitting for Babies and Children Special issues -- sizing, yarns, etc., -- related to knitting for wee folk. **For patterns, go here.** 279 1894 02/27/2010 4:45:58 PM by: mmjryoung     Share Your Photo Albums Here's where you can post links to your personal Web sites with photos of your finished projects! 74 530 11/05/2009 4:17:46 PM by: zknit08     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! 29 369 03/13/2010 3:21:49 PM by: eldergirl     Favorite Designers Which designers do you admire most, and why? Share your thoughts! 28 224 09/27/2009 10:37:41 AM by: AuntyNin     Left-handed knitting Lefties unite! Here's where you can get support, encouragement, advice, and praise for your knitting techniques. 37 347 03/18/2010 6:48:13 PM by: Wen     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? 5 65 03/15/2010 11:46:16 AM by: FL Knitter      Knitting on the Web     Blog Talk Curious what a blog is, or have one of your own? Share the link here! 731 4802 03/20/2010 04:09:02 AM by: BessH     Members' Personal Web Sites Do you have your own online presence? Here's where you can tell us about it. Advertisements will be removed. 99 506 03/18/2010 08:32:38 AM by: StudioAtCrowHavenFarm    Online Shops - Questions and Favorites Curious about your online shopping options? Want to share your favorites? 695 5614 03/20/2010 09:58:57 AM by: ikkivan     Other recommended Links Where else do you go for knitting-related information on the Web? 149 1214 02/04/2010 6:47:19 PM by: KnittingKittens     Podcasts Do you enjoy listening to knitting-related podcasts, or perhaps want some recommendations from other members? Post here. 53 329 09/03/2009 09:17:01 AM by: Corddrymum     Pattern Talk     Designers Forum Do you create your own patterns, or are you eager to learn how? Is this your career? Share your ideas, issues, and insights here. 119 859 02/18/2010 11:27:11 AM by: Ceil     Share your creations! Have you come up with a stitch or pattern you're particularly proud of? Share your original designs here! (Please only post original patterns, no designs that are protected by copyright.) 34 144 12/30/2009 11:04:59 PM by: Sloppystitches      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! 260 3759 02/17/2010 07:09:46 AM by: Martheme     Talk about yarns reviewed in Knitter's Review Agree? Disagree? Read what others have to say and add your feedback here! 189 2292 03/18/2010 08:35:38 AM by: FL Knitter     Seeking Advice about Yarns Interested in trying a new yarn but don't know how it'll perform? Ask us! 2119 11896 03/20/2010 09:27:08 AM by: sjanova     Favorite Yarns Of all the yarns you've ever tried, what's your all-time favorite? 194 2020 03/18/2010 8:19:21 PM by: knitree     Never Again! What yarn would you never use again? 148 2007 03/11/2010 08:53:14 AM by: Lanea      Tool Talk     Needles Straight? Circular? Double-pointed? Discuss needles here! 687 7337 03/19/2010 10:20:23 PM by: Ceil     Gadgets Pom-pon makers, row counters, stitch markers, and all those other goodies seem tempting, but do we really need them? 262 2473 03/04/2010 4:56:12 PM by: Laxmom4x     Software That's right, software really is a tool. Do you have questions or recommendations? Talk here! 47 212 02/11/2010 6:53:55 PM by: ladygee      Knitter's Swap     Book and Magazine Swap Have an extra copy of something you'd like to trade? Seeking an old issue of a magazine? Post here! All swaps are at your own risk. Please, NO STORES. 664 1472 03/16/2010 1:03:32 PM by: Aknit4U    Needle and Tool Swap Have an extra set of sock needles gathering dust in your closet? Swap 'em here! All swaps are at your own risk. Please, NO STORES. 177 422 11/14/2009 06:38:36 AM by: lakeout    Sales and Shop News Attention shop owners: Here's where you can tell the forum about your latest products and special sales! (Please note -- Knitter's Review does not endorse any shops or products listed here. We reserve the right to remove any inappropriate listings.) 1932 4327 03/20/2010 06:07:38 AM by: pins    Seeking Yarn Are you a few skeins short of a sweater? Tell us exactly what you need, and chances are someone may have it in their stash! 543 1112 03/18/2010 05:43:40 AM by: Anya    Stash Reductions Looking to reduce your stash or swap it for something new? Post here! All swaps are at your own risk. And please, NO STORES. 745 1691 03/19/2010 11:42:35 AM by: melsig     Poll Feedback     Explain your answers! Here's where you can elaborate on what you meant with your vote, or explain how you wish you could've voted, had your choice been on the list. 46 432 02/22/2010 9:57:33 PM by: imamshua     Suggest a poll What are those burning questions you'd like to see in our polls? 26 289 01/18/2010 7:06:26 PM by: Consuelo      Seeking Patterns / Free Pattern Links     Hats, Gloves, and Mittens From toasty fingertips to snug-fitting hats, tell us what you're looking for! 529 1648 03/20/2010 09:58:17 AM by: queen of the east     Shawls, Scarves, Ponchos If it keeps your neck and shoulders warm, it's here! 972 3321 03/16/2010 3:12:29 PM by: hillstreetmama     Women's Sweaters/Clothing Looking for a good women's sweater pattern? Post your query here. 1088 2899 03/20/2010 12:28:20 PM by: flicka     Clothing for Babies and Children Need help finding the right pattern? Share your plight and get help from other knitters! 493 1558 03/18/2010 12:58:17 AM by: sethsgran     Men's Sweaters Seeking a specific type of men's sweater pattern? Ask here! 61 247 02/20/2010 7:11:24 PM by: Solaris     Sock Patterns Let your fellow knitters guide you to the right sock pattern! Just tell us what you're looking for. 198 721 03/18/2010 2:38:57 PM by: CAJill     Household Items and Accessories If you're looking for a good pattern for household items, from tea cosies to dishcloths, here's where you can ask others for recommendations! 618 1853 03/05/2010 08:57:17 AM by: 2totangle      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? 57 1138 12/04/2009 4:55:15 PM by: minh     Knitter's Review Boutique Feedback Likes? Dislikes? Ideas for improvement? Do tell! 4 22 09/10/2009 6:50:59 PM by: Clara     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. 325 3711 01/15/2010 10:40:05 AM by: Clara     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! 838 4561 03/06/2010 6:01:31 PM by: minh      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! 408 3359 11/17/2009 12:57:08 PM by: myraspinstoo     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.) 78 343 12/10/2009 12:59:03 PM by: Sorka     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! 78 352 03/18/2010 10:14:26 PM by: fiberlicious     Spinning Articles, Magazines, Books, and Links Where do you get your spinning information? Discuss your favorite information sources here. 57 436 12/26/2009 3:01:25 PM by: La galloise     Spinning gadgets and accessories Found a new orifice hook? Does your diz make you dizzy? Discuss here! 126 1120 12/22/2009 2:26:10 PM by: KathyR     Spinning Techniques Want to try your first boucle, or are you still stuck on plying? Discuss them all here. 155 1381 02/23/2010 08:35:36 AM by: pjkite     Spinning Wheels Spinning wheels come in all sizes and shapes, but there's one thing they all have in common: We love them! If you want to talk about spinning wheels, this is the place. 455 4167 03/07/2010 11:55:18 PM by: MindyO     Spinning with Spindles Here's where you can chat with others, get recommendations, share advice, and make new friends! 108 940 09/24/2009 08:42:00 AM by: Ruby Plaid      Reader's Corner     Book recommendations and questions Curious about a new book? Wondering what others think? Post it here! 617 5724 03/19/2010 8:52:18 PM by: Martheme     Errata in Knitting Patterns Just found a goof in a pattern? Wondering if you're going crazy or if the designer messed up? Talk here! 108 445 02/21/2010 4:34:24 PM by: dleverentz     Knitting Magazines Waiting for your issue? Undecided about a subscription? Discuss, discuss! 453 5511 03/16/2010 5:55:24 PM by: eldergirl     What are you reading now? Knitting or non-knitting, that's OK. Who are your favorite authors? What books do you recommend? 545 4322 03/18/2010 2:06:15 PM by: Jemma     Talk about books reviewed in Knitter's Review Here's where you can discuss books we've reviewed and give your own recommendations. 43 513 03/20/2010 06:59:19 AM by: purlgin      Things we do Besides Knitting     Career Talk What do our careers have to do with our knitting? Nothing and everything. Here's where you can network with other knitters about career choices, advice, and opportunities. 45 992 12/02/2009 8:34:12 PM by: morted    Recipe Swap Do you have a favorite recipe that has been passed down from generation to generation? Share it here! 193 2119 03/07/2010 2:36:01 PM by: eldergirl      Felting Talk     General Felting Discussion 179 1269 03/04/2010 09:13:06 AM by: lemons     Best yarns and fibers for felting 108 740 07/30/2009 1:25:44 PM by: socker     Felting Books and Patterns 150 929 10/08/2009 2:20:34 PM by: mmjryoung     Needle Felting 23 90 12/26/2009 12:12:10 PM by: kemer      What Should I Make with It?     100 to 250 Yards 55 216 11/19/2009 11:42:55 AM by: NastiJ     1200 Yards or More 19 68 11/01/2008 10:04:14 AM by: mwhite     250 to 500 Yards 44 145 08/01/2009 1:30:49 PM by: outlawknitter     50 to 100 Yards 10 27 04/18/2009 2:28:12 PM by: babycarolnancy     50 Yards or Less 6 43 10/23/2007 1:34:59 PM by: WendyB     500 to 800 Yards 38 136 04/11/2008 12:28:29 AM by: metallicyarn     800 to 1200 Yards 26 70 02/24/2008 09:55:56 AM by: NastiJ      Dyeing Discussion     Color Theory How do you blend colors for harmonious (or intentionally clashing) visual effects? 14 148 03/19/2009 05:41:29 AM by: vviolet     Dyeing Basics Does vinegar classify as a fixative? Will cotton take colors as well as wool? Here's where you can discuss the fundamental basics of fiber dyeing. 85 540 10/15/2009 03:08:24 AM by: Kade1301     Natural Dyes From crushed bugs to onion peels and just about everything in between, discuss how you can turn nature's bounty into beautiful dyes. 10 169 08/11/2008 11:16:07 PM by: beedee     Synthetic Dyes Discuss the use of over-the-counter colors to create your own distinct hues. 13 84 04/18/2008 5:18:36 PM by: KS     Using Kool-Aid Why does this popular drink mix delight us so? 36 246 03/17/2008 2:23:56 PM by: SB      Knitting Machine Talk     Bulky or Chunky Machines 15 39 02/19/2010 10:24:35 AM by: amoonsinger     Fine-Gauge Machines 2 25 09/28/2009 11:54:51 AM by: Liria Pristine     Mid-Gauge Machines 22 82 03/18/2010 3:47:31 PM by: amoonsinger     Standard Gauge Machines 40 171 03/13/2010 02:55:11 AM by: chiral     Super Duper Basic Beginner Talk Totally new to machines and need some starter advice? Ask here! 53 214 01/24/2010 10:22:03 PM by: goldenst      Crochet Talk     Crochet for beginners - basic questions 70 449 02/08/2010 8:13:22 PM by: v-allknit     Crochet books, Web sites, magazines & resources 16 54 05/31/2009 06:50:38 AM by: knitz2     Crochet finishing for knits - questions and ideas 2 11 01/25/2009 10:55:21 AM by: vikkin     Crochet patterns on the Web 55 128 01/06/2010 09:48:36 AM by: Solaris     Crochet technique questions 12 54 03/11/2010 12:50:06 PM by: DC Grams     Random crochet-related chitchat 44 241 02/16/2010 3:34:06 PM by: zknit08      OFF-TOPIC: Enter At Your Own Risk     Movies / Articles / Celebrities / Books / News 939 13100 03/20/2010 07:02:16 AM by: purlgin    Family / personal / health issues 2621 52478 03/20/2010 4:59:58 PM by: Luann    Economic / big business 148 2663 10/21/2009 12:33:14 PM by: Chayah    Political discussions If your knitting thoughts wander into a political realm, please post them here. 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