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Hi all, I've been lurking for awhile and after the suggestion of Mirjam decided I should come here with my little problem. My name is Juno, I live in the Hudson Valley region of NY State. I'm a retired nurse, 12 years now, and I love to sew. I have 9 grandchildren who always want Gram to make them something.I decided after about a million years to start knitting again. My problem is that my hands just don't work as well as they use to. I wanted to make some socks but they are becoming a major disaster.I picked up some very pretty yarn >

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I seem to be all thumbs trying to make them. I use to make socks all the time. Those 4 skinny needles and my fingers just aren't making it. I saw on one post that someone mentioned using long circular needles and the "magic loop" method or 2 sets of circular needles. Would you be so kind as to explain these methods to me. I hate to be defeated by anything.Many thanks. Juno

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2 circulars is pretty self explanatory - you use 2 of them similarly to how you would use dpns, only it's a lot easier. Magic loop takes one longer circular and you pull the cord out between sts halfway around and loop the right hand needle. There are videos showing both these methods at
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under Small Diameter circular knitting.sue
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Thanks for the link Sue. I have it bookmarked. I will study it and practice for awhile. Once I feel comfortable with the 2 methods, I'll give the socks another try. Have to let my frustration settle down for a bit. Juno

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Juno B

Juno, I prefer DPNs, so I am not the right one to ask. But I am sure that someone will have some good advice that will help. And welcome!

Higs, Katherine

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Katherine

I knit all my socks on two needles and join with a flat seam, no problem! Just can't cope with 4 needles or circular needles.

Edna in Sydney

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Edna

Thanks Katherine for the welcome. If you could see me struggling with the dpn's you would be rolling on the floor laughing. You just can't believe what a mess I made. Juno

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Juno B

I'm wondering if maybe that's the best way for me to get back into knitting. Do you have a basic patterns you can share or is it one that has a copy write. If it's a copy write could you tell me where to find one like it. I would really like to use the sock weight yarn I have. It's so pretty. If I can't find a suitable pattern to use I'll make a scarf with what I have and get different yarn for socks.This all took me by surprise. I figured knitting was like riding a bike, something you just don't forget. I didn't count on my hands becoming so clumsy. The one thing I found out when I was practicing is that I still knit to gauge. Now that surprised me, I thought that was the area I'd have a problem with. Juno

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Juno B

Hallo Juno!!! I am so glad you joined us here on this wonderful group ,, Sorry i wan`t more helpful with my writing to you mirjam

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mirjam

My pattern book is a reprint of an old one and would be copywrite however I found these for you online.

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Edna

Ah, but you were Mirjam,You sent me here and I appreciate that so much. I was hesitant and you told me how nice the people here are. You are so right. Thank you. Juno

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Juno B

Thank you for the information Edna, the vintage knitting is a great source. It has a ton of patterns for all kinds of great projects. I see it also has hats and mittens.The kids never seem to have enough. When my four were children I knitted mittens and hats year round so that I'd have plenty for them in the cold upstate NY winters. Now I can do that for my grandchildren with these great patterns. Juno

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Juno B

Oh, yes I could! I think that we've all been there at some time or other.

Higs, Katherine

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Katherine

I'm happy I could help you Juno.

Happy knitting!

Edna

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Edna

Juno, We use circular hoop looms. This the cheating way of knitting. You don't actually use knitting needles but a loom with pegs on it. This also keeps the hands from getting cramped as you not constantly holding needles. You may have seem some in craft store under the Knifty Knitter brand name. My DW made some great St. Nick stockings for a newphew and it turned out great.

Regards,

Rick Boesen Olivet, Michigan

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Rick, I find that a very interesting concept and one that I will keep in mind to explore. I'm always open to trying new things or old things new ways. Keeps the mind from bogging down. Thanks Rick, Juno

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Juno B

Juno,

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above will help you when you get more advanced on two needles. Below is a ton of advice, you will get a lot of help at the sight.

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let us know how your sock projects go. Hugs & God bless, Dennis & Gail

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Wasn`t this one called lazy daisy ??? oh no i think it were only the tubes made on 4 nails ??? So you make a sock on a frame with pegs ??? mirjam

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mirjam

Ps socks i am now reading Debbie Macomber`s "A GOOD YARN" Mira,

2005... wherethe Sock teaching class is the core of the book,,, mirjam
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mirjam

Thanks for the information. I now have to buy needles since the only ones I have are the double pointed ones. When I stopped knitting, way back when I gave all my supplies to a friend who did knitting all the time. I can't even ask to borrow them back since she now lives in Maine. Juno

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Juno B

Juno

I am sorry to hear your knitting pal moved away.

My first advice to new knitters or crocheters is to find local group. Go to your local yarn shop or places like Michaels or Joannes and ask about local groups. I always see some one wanting to get rid of extra knitting tools. Some times you can pick up what you need for pennies on the dollar.

Most of all is the wealth of knowledge you can pick up from a local group, it is invaluable.

Most of all, don't forget to pass on the next new person.

Dennis

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