So what have I done? I decided to learn how to knit. Something for which I have essentially no supplies for and have to go out and buy. I'm sure my dear husband is thrilled.
This really came about because my six year old daughter received a teach kids to knit book along with some knitting needles and yarn from her Great Aunt Kathy and her Uncle Kevin. Great Aunt Kathy and Uncle Kevin are extremely talented knitters and were eager to pass on their hobby when Zoe showed an interest while spending time with them.
So, I have decided to teach her (and her eight year old sister as well), but knew for me to help them, I would need to learn myself, first.
I have now knitted two things. The first is a purple rectangle, and despite the fact that I dropped at least two stitches and some of the stitches are ridiculously loose and some are too tight, I'm very proud of that rectangle. I have also knitted the first square of a banner the girls and I are going to knit after I teach them! This second piece of knitting is remarkably better than the first, and I'm now ready to learn the purl stitch! (So far all I have done is the knit or garter stitch. After I learn the purl stitch, I should be able to do more!)
I am very excited at the prospect of making little projects with the girls, and I hope they learn to be great knitters like their Great Aunt and Uncle! And who knows, maybe I'll even make a scarf in time for next winter!
2 comments:
Oh I've always wanted to learn to knit but with noone to teach I haven't ventured there. I have a little kids kit in the basement. Maybe I'll get it out and try???
Hi Heather! I am most impressed by your beginner talent! I would love to learn how to knit and quilt. One day...one day...
Glad you are learning and teaching with your kids. They will always remember it.
I do hope you will share your completed projects with us!
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