Oh, Knitting

Miss Grace over at Grace's Garden Walk had a lovely post about knitting. It inspired me to write a little bit about knitting and include some tutorials in my post.

I love to knit. 

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I go through phases where I will knit constantly and then slack off for a little while, but I almost always have at least two projects going on at the same time (and very often more than that). 

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Right now I have about four projects in my room a more portable project in my school bag. Yes, I am the nerd sitting in the school library knitting and reading. :)

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I love sitting and letting myself fall into the rhythm of clicking needles. The smooth yarn slides through my fingers as I count stitches. I enjoy watching the knitted work grow little by little the longer I sit.

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For me, knitting is not work or a chore. I knit to make things for others.

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I knit because it is cheaper to make handknits than buy them.

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I knit because it feels old-fashioned and feminine.

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I knit because I love to be creative.

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But more than all, I knit just for the pure joy of knitting.

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Now, for some tutorials.

Gabby over at Ambitious Homemaker posted this lovely tutorial on her blog a little while ago. I think these bows are so sweet! Gabby also posted a crochet version of this tutorial the other day if you are a crocheter.

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Isn't this such a sweet headband?

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This little pumpkin is just perfect for autumn!

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I love these even more because they are purple. :)

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Wouldn't this idea be perfect for a yarn-lover's Christmas or birthday gift?

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Grace is also holding a lovely giveaway for knitters and crocheters here. The prizes are simply lovely!!

This post by Lizzie is simply amazing. Do yourself a favor and read it! If you do, leave her a sweet little comment letting her know you stopped by.

Do you knit or crochet?