The online community for readers of Knitter's Review.   New this week: Knitter's Review turns 10     > 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? 1955 19315 09/01/2010 10:15:06 PM by: schoolmama     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! 786 6650 09/02/2010 05:29:57 AM by: Doing_the_Continental     Seeking Nearby Knitters Looking for other knitters in your area? Here's where to go! 578 3598 09/01/2010 5:07:01 PM by: Ceil     General News and Announcements Get your industry news and forum announcements here! (Please put any for-profit store posts in Sales and Shop News.) 111 1683 09/02/2010 10:59:13 AM by: lella     Knitting Celebs, Articles, Jokes, etc. Hear a good knitting joke? See a celeb knitting on screen? Tell us! 333 3347 08/23/2010 6:16:46 PM by: Sara Sue     Worst Project Nightmare What is your worst knitting horror story? 138 1420 07/24/2010 10:45:41 AM by: dschmidt     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? 34 551 05/11/2010 2:28:33 PM by: hillstreetmama     Groups Seeking Donated Materials and Knitted Items Do you know of a group that needs our help? Tell us more! 106 594 07/03/2010 11:40:57 AM by: rather be knitting     Completion Issues? Have a hard time finishing projects, even if it's only a matter of stitching together pieces? 102 1262 07/07/2010 7:32:07 PM by: prixby     What's On Your Knitting Wish List? From tools to yarns and everything in between, what are you thinking about getting next? 236 2693 09/01/2010 3:40:03 PM by: knittingbuzz     Knitting Needles and Security Traveling internationally? Headed into jury duty? Check in with others here to see what's currently allowed. 105 1107 07/31/2010 06:07:23 AM by: martha1958     Ideal Knitting Bag If you could design your ideal knitting bag, what would it look like? 202 1905 07/03/2010 11:42:40 AM by: rather be knitting     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! 65 196 07/02/2010 6:57:06 PM by: celticknitter     Knitter's Review Retreat Attendees Here's where registered retreat attendees can find the latest updates, information about carpooling, roommates, etc. 98 1997 09/02/2010 07:56:48 AM by: NutmegOwl     Knitting Gifts Received? Has anyone given you knitting-related gifts for the holidays? Go ahead, boast here! 133 1222 08/31/2010 3:51:36 PM by: busygirl     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? 38 402 03/25/2010 5:33:05 PM by: eldergirl     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! 153 1518 09/01/2010 5:13:55 PM by: Ceil     Forum Feedback and Suggestion Box Have a question or comment for the forum administrator? Post it here! 154 1538 07/21/2010 08:41:07 AM by: shera@triton.net     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? 169 3195 09/02/2010 11:05:54 AM by: lella     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? 36 574 09/02/2010 08:03:11 AM by: PBELKNAP     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? 167 2211 08/08/2010 08:46:28 AM by: ohiolady     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. 3045 50512 08/31/2010 2:59:27 PM by: KathyR      Knitting Talk     Current Projects? What are you working on right now? 714 6049 09/01/2010 04:39:30 AM by: BessH     General Technique Questions Need help with the basics? Ask here! 2224 15262 08/25/2010 05:18:56 AM by: Kade1301     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. 735 3125 09/01/2010 06:41:07 AM by: Emaruottolo     Hooray, it's finished! Did you just F(inish) an O(bject)? Sound the trumpets and share your triumph here! 1307 12943 09/01/2010 04:40:31 AM by: Eleanor     Knitalongs Starting a knitalong and need a place to keep in touch? Here you go! 126 1141 08/25/2010 4:56:26 PM by: eldergirl     Hats, berets, and other head coverings Need help with a hat technique or sizing? Particularly proud of your latest accomplishment? Discuss it here! 146 840 08/21/2010 10:32:46 AM by: reteng     Lace Forum Are you hooked on lace, or just curious how to do it? Here's where to post! 839 8604 08/23/2010 08:39:07 AM by: 2totangle     Shawls and Scarves Techniques, peeves, suggested yarns, and more! 894 7833 09/01/2010 04:22:25 AM by: anderknit     Sock Forum Just venturing into the world of socks, stuck on a heel, or curious to try new techniques? Talk about it here! 2556 24471 09/02/2010 06:44:01 AM by: Mirl56     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! 17 110 08/26/2010 4:14:05 PM by: Ceil    Knitting for Babies and Children Special issues -- sizing, yarns, etc., -- related to knitting for wee folk. **For patterns, go here.** 285 1915 07/22/2010 07:17:27 AM by: fiddlerbird555     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! 29 227 09/01/2010 6:55:10 PM by: minh     Left-handed knitting Lefties unite! Here's where you can get support, encouragement, advice, and praise for your knitting techniques. 37 348 05/18/2010 5:33:57 PM by: beccasmom     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 67 04/06/2010 6:50:15 PM by: luvcelticknits      Knitting on the Web     Blog Talk Curious what a blog is, or have one of your own? Share the link here! 737 4817 09/02/2010 08:39:15 AM by: cottonblossom     Members' Personal Web Sites Do you have your own online presence? Here's where you can tell us about it. Advertisements will be removed. 101 517 07/09/2010 8:22:02 PM by: Homespun    Online Shops - Questions and Favorites Curious about your online shopping options? Want to share your favorites? 701 5643 08/18/2010 07:08:08 AM by: ikkivan     Other recommended Links Where else do you go for knitting-related information on the Web? 152 1236 08/07/2010 04:45:09 AM by: dschmidt     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. 122 875 07/15/2010 08:35:10 AM by: Belleflower     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! 263 3832 09/01/2010 10:18:05 PM by: griffon     Talk about yarns reviewed in Knitter's Review Agree? Disagree? Read what others have to say and add your feedback here! 196 2452 09/01/2010 6:40:01 PM by: minh     Seeking Advice about Yarns Interested in trying a new yarn but don't know how it'll perform? Ask us! 2155 12085 09/02/2010 10:35:48 AM by: lella     Favorite Yarns Of all the yarns you've ever tried, what's your all-time favorite? 201 2094 08/23/2010 6:05:07 PM by: minh     Never Again! What yarn would you never use again? 152 2046 08/30/2010 12:33:19 PM by: ikkivan      Tool Talk     Needles Straight? Circular? Double-pointed? Discuss needles here! 702 7507 09/02/2010 10:33:38 AM by: NastiJ     Gadgets Pom-pon makers, row counters, stitch markers, and all those other goodies seem tempting, but do we really need them? 268 2538 08/27/2010 7:02:43 PM by: Coolj     Software That's right, software really is a tool. Do you have questions or recommendations? Talk here! 51 254 08/25/2010 9:08:42 PM by: knittingbuzz      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. 669 1482 06/02/2010 12:26:58 AM by: Sheri    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. 179 427 08/07/2010 9:18:41 PM by: celticswan    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.) 1973 4397 08/29/2010 10:43:43 AM by: auntekristy    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! 550 1121 08/06/2010 1:09:45 PM by: NastiJ    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. 748 1694 09/01/2010 7:52:22 PM by: minh     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. 47 442 03/25/2010 8:48:33 PM by: NutmegOwl     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! 540 1671 08/22/2010 4:02:53 PM by: agnesgooch     Shawls, Scarves, Ponchos If it keeps your neck and shoulders warm, it's here! 1000 3391 08/23/2010 08:14:49 AM by: La galloise     Women's Sweaters/Clothing Looking for a good women's sweater pattern? Post your query here. 1121 2976 08/18/2010 4:21:54 PM by: NastiJ     Clothing for Babies and Children Need help finding the right pattern? Share your plight and get help from other knitters! 508 1590 08/01/2010 6:58:11 PM by: sjanova     Men's Sweaters Seeking a specific type of men's sweater pattern? Ask here! 64 261 04/29/2010 1:18:38 PM by: tebek50     Sock Patterns Let your fellow knitters guide you to the right sock pattern! Just tell us what you're looking for. 204 731 05/21/2010 8:28:04 PM by: Solaris     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! 644 1894 08/31/2010 07:56:53 AM by: queeneli      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? 58 1141 06/29/2010 4:44:01 PM by: hillstreetmama     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. 329 3727 07/06/2010 04:20:15 AM by: Belleflower     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! 845 4590 07/22/2010 5:45:22 PM by: geri      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 45 150 09/02/2010 10:38:50 AM by: NastiJ     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      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! 410 3368 06/15/2010 5:50:16 PM by: Becky in MO     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! 78 356 07/18/2010 2:47:23 PM by: OryxRun     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! 128 1130 08/01/2010 1:30:31 PM by: La galloise     Spinning Techniques Want to try your first boucle, or are you still stuck on plying? Discuss them all here. 157 1388 09/01/2010 3:50:07 PM by: jennysays     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. 456 4176 08/24/2010 4:55:17 PM by: KathyR     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! 633 5813 09/02/2010 08:31:36 AM by: Evergreen     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! 109 452 08/29/2010 3:39:05 PM by: KathyR     Knitting Magazines Waiting for your issue? Undecided about a subscription? Discuss, discuss! 462 5592 09/02/2010 07:55:01 AM by: kbshee     What are you reading now? Knitting or non-knitting, that's OK. Who are your favorite authors? What books do you recommend? 555 4406 09/02/2010 08:41:28 AM by: Evergreen     Talk about books reviewed in Knitter's Review Here's where you can discuss books we've reviewed and give your own recommendations. 46 548 06/14/2010 04:08:41 AM by: Coolj      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. 47 1028 07/28/2010 11:29:57 PM by: castona    Recipe Swap Do you have a favorite recipe that has been passed down from generation to generation? Share it here! 198 2165 08/23/2010 6:06:47 PM by: minh      Felting Talk     General Felting Discussion 181 1281 07/10/2010 09:59:26 AM by: ValerieG     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      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 16 41 05/19/2010 01:53:06 AM by: Bernie     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 42 177 08/25/2010 7:25:18 PM by: justinaknits     Super Duper Basic Beginner Talk Totally new to machines and need some starter advice? Ask here! 54 229 08/28/2010 11:01:46 AM by: justinaknits      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 17 56 04/16/2010 11:21:39 AM by: 2totangle     Crochet finishing for knits - questions and ideas 2 11 01/25/2009 10:55:21 AM by: vikkin     Crochet patterns on the Web 57 133 08/20/2010 5:48:13 PM by: 2totangle     Crochet technique questions 12 55 03/23/2010 4:48:19 PM by: Chayah     Random crochet-related chitchat 47 270 08/24/2010 1:05:49 PM by: stitchmd      OFF-TOPIC: Enter At Your Own Risk     Movies / Articles / Celebrities / Books / News 953 13239 08/15/2010 3:00:28 PM by: minh    Family / personal / health issues 2667 53020 09/01/2010 5:31:25 PM by: lella    Economic / big business 150 2678 07/16/2010 6:47:17 PM by: sjanova    Political discussions If your knitting thoughts wander into a political realm, please post them here. 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