Projects for first-time knitters using basic knit and purl stitches. Minimal shaping.
Easy
Projects using basic stitches, repetitive stitch patterns, simple color changes, and simple shaping and finishing.
Intermediate
Projects with a variety of stitches, such as basic cables and lace, simple intarsia, double-pointed needles and knitting in the round needle techniques, mid-level shaping and finishing.
Experienced
Projects using advanced techniques and stitches, such as short rows, fair isle, more intricate intarsia, cables, lace patterns, and numerous color changes.
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Description
Hand wash in water no warmer than 104 degrees F.
Machine wash in water no warmer than 104 degrees F.
Can be machine dried.
Do not machine dry.
Can be bleached.
Do not bleach.
Can be ironed.
Do not iron.
Can be dry cleaned.
Do not dry clean.
Can be dry cleaned using P solvents.
I-Cord Instructions
Using two double-pointed needles, start by casting on a few stitches, around 3 to 6. It is best if the neeedles are short. Knit all of the stitches. Instead of turning your work and knitting the stitches in the reverse direction, move the needle with the stitches to your other hand (your left hand) without turning your work. Now slide the stitches to the other end of the needle, pulling the yarn across the back of the stitches. Knit the row again. Continue this way, sliding and knitting, until the cord is the length you wish. Thread the yarn through the final stitches and pull firmly.
Make sure to pull the yarn tight and pull on the cord as your go.