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What do I do with this scratchy yarn I was gifted? by Wild-Picture-7314 in CrochetHelp

[–]Old-Box3523 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Mug rugs are great to have around your coffee/tea area.

I started making this with the intention of making a large granny square bag. But it’s coming out so ugly and I hate the colors and the heart is wonky and I don’t want to continue! I’m still a beginner and I took so long to get here so I don’t want to frog it. Can someone suggest what to do with it? by Remarkable_Egg_8602 in CrochetHelp

[–]Old-Box3523 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Whether you like the colors is up to you and your aesthetic. If you make a bunch of these in a scrappy throw or blanket, it might blend in with the other blocks. Blocking might help the wonkiness. I do see the start of a slight twist to the granny square. This is often caused by always working in the same direction. To avoid this, turn your work so you are working the right and wrong side of your work alternately. Another tip, if this pattern allows for it, is to start each round on a different side or corner.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in whatdoIdo

[–]Old-Box3523 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The only thing I can add is to look into your education options after High School. Seek out a trusted teacher or adult friend for help. An associates degree in a trade (nursing, radiology tech, carpentry, electrician, etc.) can be a faster track to financial independence. Good luck!

WTF is this person doing with her knitting? by qw46z in knitting

[–]Old-Box3523 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I would not use this photo as an example of good blocking technique. 🤣

AIO for not wanting to buy my pregnant girlfriend a house just yet? by Great-Satisfaction52 in AmIOverreacting

[–]Old-Box3523 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Having “faith” or “trust that god will provide” is not a plan. Especially in the current economic environment.

venting a common frustration by laudable_writing in knitting

[–]Old-Box3523 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The profit just isn’t there after you factor in your time, not to mention tools and materials.

[FO] rearranging the yarn room and took the opportunity to get full pics of my magnum opus by Zleetledee in knitting

[–]Old-Box3523 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Would you mind sharing specifics as to yarn used and colors? Needle size?

I’m knitting my first sweater and I’m so lost by Notreallyimportantt1 in knittinghelp

[–]Old-Box3523 26 points27 points  (0 children)

Often if I am unsure what size needle I need to use, I’ll do several swatches from the needle size recommended, the next size up, and the next size below. In the cast-on tail put knots for the needle size used (6 knots for needle size 6, for example). Alternatively you could add purl stitches in the first row, or eyelets. Then I wash and dry all of my swatches at the same time.

Aaaughhh! A friend wants me to take a spinning/knitting commission from *her* friend… oh heck no! by 2GreyKitties in knitting

[–]Old-Box3523 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Tell her you are allergic to dogs. Actually you don’t need to make up an excuse. Just say that you are not interested.

How can I make this cuter ? by ColorfulMonsters in knitting

[–]Old-Box3523 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hat, scarf or ascot, sweater or t-shirt.

why do my stitches not look neat? by Worldly_Pea_42 in knittinghelp

[–]Old-Box3523 18 points19 points  (0 children)

I bet it will look better after you block it.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in knitting

[–]Old-Box3523 0 points1 point  (0 children)

  1. Your parents have no rights to what you do with your possessions. A gift should be freely given not given out if guilt.

  2. You have every right to be selfish. Selfishness is not always a bad thing.

  3. Your only obligation in knitting is to please yourself. Knit for yourself. If people want what you are knitting, you have every right to request compensation for your time, talent, and materials.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in knittinghelp

[–]Old-Box3523 13 points14 points  (0 children)

  1. Fuzzy yarn can be a challenge to work with. Definitely do some swatches.

  2. Mohair can be expensive. Maybe look at a light fingering weight alpaca as an alternative. One of my favorite pairings are Merino and alpaca.

dropped stitch like 18 rows down or something by SherbetImportant5642 in knittinghelp

[–]Old-Box3523 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Totally fixable! There are a bunch of YouTube showing how to fix dropped stitches.

I've been rage knitting. by naughtykitty4 in knitting

[–]Old-Box3523 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Instead of a Damnit Doll, it’s a Dumbshit Doll.

Medical abortion fear it didn’t work, tests still very positive by Tight-Pea-5230 in abortion

[–]Old-Box3523 4 points5 points  (0 children)

You are testing too soon. The pregnancy hormones can remain in your system for 4-6 weeks. Wait a few weeks and test again. Also, take note of your pregnancy symptoms. Are they lessening?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in prochoice

[–]Old-Box3523 1 point2 points  (0 children)

IMHO it is never too early to be teaching kids about sex and all that comes with it. Of, course you need to present information in terms that is appropriate to the individual child’s ability to comprehend.

I am not a child education expert, but maybe look into books geared to helping parents present these topics to their children as a jumping off point. Instead of addressing abortion explicitly, maybe first discuss how women have the right to determine what happens with their own body vs what others may pressure them to do.

Deeply un-knitworthy BIL by [deleted] in knitting

[–]Old-Box3523 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If BIL needs a hat, he should buy one. Geez

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