The online community for readers of Knitter's Review.   New this week: Two-skein treats by Iris Schreier    > 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? 2193 21124 02/03/2012 9:36:02 PM by: alihart     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! 858 7196 02/02/2012 09:53:41 AM by: Patshere     Seeking Nearby Knitters Looking for other knitters in your area? Here's where to go! 610 3696 01/21/2012 09:37:35 AM by: audlorenns     General News and Announcements Get your industry news and forum announcements here! (Please put any for-profit store posts in Sales and Shop News.) 129 1894 12/22/2011 11:28:45 AM by: Rwats2     Knitting Celebs, Articles, Jokes, etc. Hear a good knitting joke? See a celeb knitting on screen? Tell us! 371 3552 12/18/2011 3:35:47 PM by: flicka     Worst Project Nightmare What is your worst knitting horror story? 152 1511 11/30/2011 07:18:34 AM by: Grammy     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? 39 610 01/26/2012 08:45:08 AM by: Dampal2000     Groups Seeking Donated Materials and Knitted Items Do you know of a group that needs our help? Tell us more! 117 637 01/25/2012 09:13:17 AM by: audlorenns     Completion Issues? Have a hard time finishing projects, even if it's only a matter of stitching together pieces? 114 1476 02/03/2012 09:42:09 AM by: robinstephanie     What's On Your Knitting Wish List? From tools to yarns and everything in between, what are you thinking about getting next? 255 2857 02/02/2012 10:15:29 PM by: Ceil     Knitting Needles and Security Traveling internationally? Headed into jury duty? Check in with others here to see what's currently allowed. 113 1203 01/12/2012 05:34:33 AM by: knittingrunner     Ideal Knitting Bag If you could design your ideal knitting bag, what would it look like? 209 1956 09/18/2011 10:42:48 AM by: IsleoClare@aol.com     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! 68 211 10/04/2011 1:30:15 PM by: sprucehollow     Knitter's Review Retreat Attendees Here's where registered retreat attendees can find the latest updates, information about carpooling, roommates, etc. 152 3152 02/03/2012 4:05:14 PM by: Jane     Knitting Gifts Received? Has anyone given you knitting-related gifts for the holidays? Go ahead, boast here! 140 1267 01/06/2012 1:58:24 PM by: Ruby Plaid     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? 42 458 02/01/2012 8:35:26 PM by: ascribner1     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! 162 1603 01/18/2012 8:02:11 PM by: Margie     Forum Feedback and Suggestion Box Have a question or comment for the forum administrator? Post it here! 164 1572 01/03/2012 06:52:23 AM by: Clara     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? 171 3228 02/01/2012 11:57:22 AM by: busygirl     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. 2 9 12/01/2011 7:14:21 PM by: chris     On the Needles What's on your knitting plate for January, now that most of the December festivities are done? 44 691 01/19/2012 10:37:25 AM by: Gibson Girl     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? 181 2348 01/25/2012 5:01:08 PM by: Greyling     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. 3206 52377 01/31/2012 8:06:23 PM by: sherrya      Knitting Talk     Current Projects? What are you working on right now? 768 6527 02/03/2012 12:26:48 AM by: lella     General Technique Questions Need help with the basics? Ask here! 2356 16284 02/03/2012 05:27:48 AM by: donnawatk     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. 799 3427 01/01/2012 1:08:40 PM by: Donna2     Hooray, it's finished! Did you just F(inish) an O(bject)? Sound the trumpets and share your triumph here! 1352 13369 01/26/2012 04:20:57 AM by: Atavistic     Knitalongs Starting a knitalong and need a place to keep in touch? Here you go! 128 1148 01/28/2012 12:42:10 PM by: PBELKNAP     Hats, berets, and other head coverings Need help with a hat technique or sizing? Particularly proud of your latest accomplishment? Discuss it here! 163 930 12/03/2011 5:08:25 PM by: EmEm     Lace Forum Are you hooked on lace, or just curious how to do it? Here's where to post! 848 8665 01/20/2012 06:43:28 AM by: MMario     Shawls and Scarves Techniques, peeves, suggested yarns, and more! 917 7987 10/31/2011 3:28:26 PM by: hillstreetmama     Sock Forum Just venturing into the world of socks, stuck on a heel, or curious to try new techniques? Talk about it here! 2605 25004 02/03/2012 07:41:16 AM by: Panhandle Jane     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! 34 211 01/25/2012 7:24:05 PM by: Ceil    Knitting for Babies and Children Special issues -- sizing, yarns, etc., -- related to knitting for wee folk. **For patterns, go here.** 295 1958 01/21/2012 09:57:28 AM by: Knitrageous     Share Your Photo Albums Here's where you can post links to your personal Web sites with photos of your finished projects! 76 544 09/25/2011 07:58:42 AM by: pqpatch     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! 29 371 07/23/2011 10:50:33 AM by: Gibson Girl     Favorite Designers Which designers do you admire most, and why? Share your thoughts! 32 243 12/22/2011 1:41:28 PM by: robinstephanie     Left-handed knitting Lefties unite! Here's where you can get support, encouragement, advice, and praise for your knitting techniques. 37 355 01/06/2012 09:45:39 AM by: Luann     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! 757 4894 02/03/2012 12:09:48 AM by: lella     Members' Personal Web Sites Do you have your own online presence? Here's where you can tell us about it. Advertisements will be removed. 130 583 01/28/2012 12:43:34 PM by: PBELKNAP    Online Shops - Questions and Favorites Curious about your online shopping options? Want to share your favorites? 713 5712 01/02/2012 1:12:31 PM by: robinstephanie     Other recommended Links Where else do you go for knitting-related information on the Web? 162 1295 01/10/2012 10:16:34 AM by: noallatin     Podcasts Do you enjoy listening to knitting-related podcasts, or perhaps want some recommendations from other members? Post here. 55 339 08/29/2011 7:24:14 PM by: robinstephanie     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. 128 902 01/17/2012 7:21:41 PM by: Punctuatedknitter     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.) 62 197 01/31/2012 06:56:38 AM by: azblueskies      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! 274 3948 01/29/2012 8:45:46 PM by: Lamma     Talk about yarns reviewed in Knitter's Review Agree? Disagree? Read what others have to say and add your feedback here! 226 2719 01/26/2012 10:57:22 AM by: CayugaKnitting     Seeking Advice about Yarns Interested in trying a new yarn but don't know how it'll perform? Ask us! 2229 12466 01/27/2012 08:30:26 AM by: NutmegOwl     Favorite Yarns Of all the yarns you've ever tried, what's your all-time favorite? 205 2116 01/05/2012 10:08:58 AM by: jlpanecki     Never Again! What yarn would you never use again? 160 2103 01/16/2012 7:53:48 PM by: Ceil      Tool Talk     Needles Straight? Circular? Double-pointed? Discuss needles here! 735 7837 01/29/2012 3:17:15 PM by: Knitlin     Gadgets Pom-pon makers, row counters, stitch markers, and all those other goodies seem tempting, but do we really need them? 292 2834 11/07/2011 12:54:47 PM by: lella     Software That's right, software really is a tool. Do you have questions or recommendations? Talk here! 58 290 09/23/2011 10:43:50 AM by: cyn      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. 680 1527 01/22/2012 09:12:30 AM by: suecq    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. 182 431 07/13/2011 06:51:47 AM by: elsieh99    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.) 2052 4507 02/01/2012 8:36:57 PM by: ascribner1    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! 579 1192 01/24/2012 12:05:30 PM by: purlewe    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. 759 1736 12/17/2011 09:31:41 AM by: knitayarn     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. 54 496 02/02/2012 11:27:09 AM by: Sharonknits     Suggest a poll What are those burning questions you'd like to see in our polls? 29 305 12/24/2011 11:29:08 AM by: kbshee      Seeking Patterns / Free Pattern Links     Hats, Gloves, and Mittens From toasty fingertips to snug-fitting hats, tell us what you're looking for! 576 1770 01/14/2012 4:23:16 PM by: Marie E     Shawls, Scarves, Ponchos If it keeps your neck and shoulders warm, it's here! 1073 3594 01/08/2012 12:52:54 AM by: Grand-moogi     Women's Sweaters/Clothing Looking for a good women's sweater pattern? Post your query here. 1204 3150 01/11/2012 10:33:35 PM by: babyprep     Clothing for Babies and Children Need help finding the right pattern? Share your plight and get help from other knitters! 540 1644 10/23/2011 4:18:41 PM by: jtamsn     Men's Sweaters Seeking a specific type of men's sweater pattern? Ask here! 71 279 12/22/2011 05:09:02 AM by: Annie.jk     Sock Patterns Let your fellow knitters guide you to the right sock pattern! Just tell us what you're looking for. 209 763 01/04/2012 10:06:15 PM by: SandyMxn     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! 715 2048 01/31/2012 12:17:40 PM by: purlewe      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. 331 3741 05/25/2011 2:13:49 PM by: lella     Talk about shops profiled in Knitter's Review Agree? Disagree? Tell us what you think of the shops we've reviewed! 6 34 07/10/2011 04:09:41 AM by: kkknitter     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! 858 4636 01/10/2012 7:51:13 PM by: robinstephanie      What Should I Make with It?     100 to 250 Yards 56 233 07/17/2011 5:08:49 PM by: Wen     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! 415 3386 01/06/2012 11:28:53 AM by: KarlaV     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.) 82 349 01/05/2012 09:22:53 AM by: Brazil1965     Just Getting Started - Beginning to Spin Curious about handspinning? Not sure where to start? Chat here! 216 2028 01/01/2012 3:12:21 PM by: La galloise     Seeking nearby spinners / guilds Want to spin with other folks in your area? Check here! 80 367 01/28/2012 12:04:06 PM by: Pattyh     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! 132 1157 12/06/2011 2:56:18 PM by: oldhaus     Spinning Techniques Want to try your first boucle, or are you still stuck on plying? Discuss them all here. 157 1389 08/31/2011 10:29:11 PM by: lisaandjo     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. 463 4216 01/24/2012 09:36:59 AM by: robinstephanie     Spinning with Spindles Here's where you can chat with others, get recommendations, share advice, and make new friends! 110 948 08/21/2011 11:07:35 AM by: Katheroni      Reader's Corner     Book recommendations and questions Curious about a new book? Wondering what others think? Post it here! 663 5961 02/03/2012 3:09:54 PM by: kbshee     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! 115 466 12/03/2011 06:49:25 AM by: anderknit     Knitting Magazines Waiting for your issue? Undecided about a subscription? Discuss, discuss! 490 5802 01/22/2012 3:18:57 PM by: cpknits     What are you reading now? Knitting or non-knitting, that's OK. Who are your favorite authors? What books do you recommend? 575 4511 11/12/2011 09:14:34 AM by: dschmidt     Talk about books reviewed in Knitter's Review Here's where you can discuss books we've reviewed and give your own recommendations. 56 635 02/03/2012 8:54:30 PM by: irissch      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. 48 1047 12/29/2011 3:44:30 PM by: La galloise    Recipe Swap Do you have a favorite recipe that has been passed down from generation to generation? Share it here! 214 2283 12/29/2011 06:49:51 AM by: Grand-moogi      Felting Talk     General Felting Discussion 191 1353 01/17/2012 7:02:10 PM by: anderknit     Best yarns and fibers for felting 110 746 01/16/2012 7:57:13 PM by: Ceil     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. 89 574 09/27/2011 7:07:53 PM by: Ceil     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. 11 171 02/26/2011 3:29:36 PM by: La galloise     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? 40 270 01/05/2012 08:12:29 AM by: Ditzy Girl      Knitting Machine Talk     Bulky or Chunky Machines 22 53 05/08/2011 5:11:03 PM by: cn1793@coastalnet.com     Fine-Gauge Machines 2 27 09/19/2011 12:35:19 PM by: NastiJ     Mid-Gauge Machines 23 95 11/27/2011 5:07:45 PM by: phlame     Standard Gauge Machines 54 222 01/10/2012 08:18:48 AM by: Shalee     Super Duper Basic Beginner Talk Totally new to machines and need some starter advice? Ask here! 63 255 02/02/2012 10:40:15 PM by: Shalee      Crochet Talk     Crochet for beginners - basic questions 72 454 01/06/2011 8:00:48 PM by: crafty1mjw@comcast.net     Crochet books, Web sites, magazines & resources 18 58 09/11/2011 10:03:13 PM by: lacylaine     Crochet finishing for knits - questions and ideas 2 11 01/25/2009 10:55:21 AM by: vikkin     Crochet patterns on the Web 62 145 10/07/2011 11:19:04 AM by: lella     Crochet technique questions 16 66 09/16/2011 10:19:06 AM by: Greyling     Random crochet-related chitchat 64 355 01/31/2012 12:49:27 PM by: ClaireG      OFF-TOPIC: Enter At Your Own Risk     Movies / Articles / Celebrities / Books / News 990 13581 02/03/2012 9:55:03 PM by: eldergirl    Family / personal / health issues 2784 54096 02/03/2012 8:11:49 PM by: hillstreetmama    Economic / big business 160 2788 10/20/2011 10:08:13 AM by: donnawatk    Political discussions If your knitting thoughts wander into a political realm, please post them here. 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