Years ago (2002? 2003?), long before Etsy, there was an online community for DIY/crafty blogger types to trade materials and maybe handmade goods as well. What was it called, and what happened to it? [more inside]
posted by junkbox on Oct 7, 2009 - 10 answers

Can a novice in Boston turn casual crafting into a social outlet? [more inside]
posted by Diagonalize on Sep 25, 2009 - 9 answers

Seeking tips on finding more pattern testing and sample knitting opportunities (preferably compensated in money or goods). [more inside]
posted by ishotjr on May 25, 2009 - 6 answers

What kinds of exotic fibers should I get an expert weaver as a gift, and where can I buy them? [more inside]
posted by reticulatedspline on Mar 27, 2009 - 15 answers

Knitters: I want to knit a scarf 60" long. I have 174 yards (two 87-yard skeins) of yarn. The information on the label says needle size US 8-10, and the little swatch thingy says a 10 x 10 swatch is 16 stitches by 22 rows. I am planning to just knit in garter stitch. Is there a way to figure out how many stitches I should cast on in order to make this yarn last until the scarf is 60" long? I don't care how wide it is.
posted by HotToddy on Dec 14, 2008 - 9 answers

My mother-in-law loves to sew and knit, but fibromyalgia is slowing her down. Can you recommend any tools or gadgets that might help her? [more inside]
posted by palmcorder_yajna on Dec 9, 2008 - 17 answers

My knitting pattern directs me to knit with multiple strands of yarn held together, but I keep ending up with a mess. What's the best way to do this? [more inside]
posted by timetoevolve on Nov 18, 2008 - 11 answers

Experienced knitter seeks tried and true hat pattern to be made with wool and love. [more inside]
posted by geekchic on Oct 24, 2008 - 14 answers

Can you recommend a yarn that won't make me feel sick? [more inside]
posted by giraffe on Jul 10, 2008 - 16 answers

Help me find an interesting knit scarf pattern. [more inside]
posted by piratebowling on Jun 11, 2008 - 13 answers

I'm asking this one on behalf of my wife: "How can I get a custom pattern developed/made for a sweater that I want someone to knit for me?"
posted by braveterry on Apr 28, 2008 - 7 answers

What fictional evil has great corporate branding? I'm knitting myself sweaters and want to use the merchandising logo of fictional and cinematic dystopian/corrupt/evil corporations or organizations. [more inside]
posted by cowbellemoo on Nov 20, 2007 - 96 answers

Should I learn to knit? Or crochet? [more inside]
posted by heavenstobetsy on Nov 19, 2007 - 29 answers

Pratchett fans: I need to knit something for a Discworld fan. I thought it might be fun to do an octagonal washcloth out of octarine cotton. The only problem, as I understand it, is that octarine is only visible to wizards and cats. So how would I, a mere human mortal, best approximate this colour? OR - can you think of anything else suitably Discworld-ish? [more inside]
posted by web-goddess on Nov 17, 2007 - 19 answers

Help me find the pattern for the knitted Christmas stocking of my youth! [more inside]
posted by otherwordlyglow on Oct 19, 2007 - 18 answers

How big (in actual dimensions) is a four-cup coffee press? Something similar to this one. I need to knit a cozy for one and I can't find a clear description of the dimensions anywhere. [more inside]
posted by web-goddess on Oct 19, 2007 - 4 answers

Knitting projects with a soup theme? [more inside]
posted by robinpME on Sep 24, 2007 - 8 answers

What yarn brands give the best quality for the price? I'm interested in designer yarn as well as more economical yarns. [more inside]
posted by cowbellemoo on Sep 10, 2007 - 22 answers

Do you know Albanian knitting terminology? (No, seriously...) [more inside]
posted by bitter-girl.com on Aug 9, 2007 - 7 answers

Can you identify this antique? [more inside]
posted by Pater Aletheias on Jul 9, 2007 - 2 answers

I found the best hat pattern ever, but it is designed for an infant's cranium. If I want to knit one that will fit my rather sizable noggin, what should I do to the pattern? [more inside]
posted by stewiethegreat on Mar 6, 2007 - 7 answers

Knitters and crocheters of MeFi, which are the best Toronto-area yarn shops? I know about Romni Wools at Queen and Bathurst — what other stores should I check out? Alternatively, if you buy yarn online, where do you buy it (and are you really okay with not being able to feel up the yarn and ascertain the colour)?
posted by orange swan on Mar 5, 2007 - 12 answers

How do I keep knitting stitches more even? [more inside]
posted by piratebowling on Feb 16, 2006 - 20 answers

SweaterFilter: I am searching for a specific pattern for a knitted sweater similar to this. [more inside]
posted by LunaticFringe on Jan 5, 2006 - 4 answers

I'm looking for a particular Rowan knitting pattern -- does anyone have a copy of "The Bigger Picture" handy? [more inside]
posted by clever sheep on Dec 22, 2005 - 2 answers

I'm looking for advice on "steeking," which is the traditional technique of knitting a fairisle garment in the round and then cutting into it for armholes, neck, etc. Anyone know any good reference books (beyond out-of-print $150 Alice Starmore hardbacks) or have practical experience with this? [more inside]
posted by web-goddess on Nov 3, 2005 - 11 answers

KnittingFilter: good, warm, synthetic or plant-based yarns? [more inside]
posted by keatsandyeats on Oct 9, 2005 - 12 answers

What are the best knitting shops online, and do they have gift cards that can be sent in the mail? [more inside]
posted by krix on Sep 21, 2005 - 11 answers

Does anyone have any suggestions for good yarn shops in Paris?
posted by small_ruminant on Jun 8, 2005 - 5 answers

My mom has recently graduated from obsessive knitter to obsessive weaver. Any weavers out there with good weaving related xmass suggestions in the way of books or other weaving related swag?
posted by puppy kuddles on Dec 15, 2004 - 4 answers

No more scarves or hats! Looking for non-hippydippy crochet or knitting projects. [more inside]
posted by pomegranate on Dec 15, 2004 - 32 answers

Should alpaca yarn be knit using small or big fat needles?
posted by luriete on Nov 27, 2004 - 8 answers

KnittingFilter: What can be accomplished with HALF-circular knitting needles? Apparently I didn't look closely enough at the photo on eBay, for when my circular needles arrived, I discovered each to have a (factory-installed) disk-like stopper, rather than another needle, on one end. Google turns up nothing (but I've guessed in calling them "half-circular"). Photo here.
posted by hsoltz on Aug 31, 2004 - 12 answers

My mother is spending a few weeks traveling around Thailand, partly with a group of fellow weavers, spinners, dyers and knitters and partly on her own. She's very interested in textiles and wants to visit Thai textile artists and vendors. I've suggested that she shop in Chiang Mai, where she will be for a few days, and the villages in that area, but Chiang Mai and Chatuchak Market in Bangkok are the extent of my Thai knowledge. Does anyone here have more specific recommendations for her trip?
posted by luriete on Apr 30, 2004 - 3 answers

Yesterday's knitting post has inspired me. My gf's birthday is coming up soon and I'm at a loss for gift ideas. She has mentioned an interest in learning to knit in the past. What equipment would you suggest for a beginner? Are there any especially good books geared for beginners? Are kits the way to go?
posted by ttrendel on Apr 8, 2004 - 9 answers

Any advice on knitting - instruction, starting points, shops, brands, websites, anecdotes. Who is knitting these days? Is this a trend on the horizon? Men, are you knitting? Why do YOU knit? Is knitting experiencing a surge for the same reasons that poker is?
posted by BrodieShadeTree on Apr 7, 2004 - 25 answers

knittingfilter: I'm trying to do short-row knitting and running into some challenges. (more inside) [more inside]
posted by judith on Feb 23, 2004 - 6 answers