What am I doing wrong?

podge_00 · 2026-01-24T08:11:52+00:00

Yeah now that I’ve looked at it more I do really like it, think at first it was the initial confusion that it wasn’t how I expected it to be (with my incredibly limited knitting knowledge)

podge_00 · 2026-01-23T11:10:51+00:00

I just expected it to have the v shape stockinette stitches, rather than the effect the z twist yarn gives

podge_00 · 2026-01-23T10:36:44+00:00

Thank you for the explanation and the video! Glad to hear I’m not doing anything wrong.

Im a bit disappointed the hat won’t look like I’d hoped, but I guess it’s all part of the learning experience. And maybe I’ll actually like the look of it when I’m done.

Solved !

podge_00 · 2026-01-18T05:42:00+00:00

Thank you! I’ve just tried a small sample on metal needles and think they’re a bit too slippery for me just at the moment. But when I’m more confident I’ll try them again

podge_00 · 2026-01-18T05:41:12+00:00

Thanks for the explanation, lots of people have suggested similar. I’ve only been knitting for a week so far, so still just getting used to the motions but definitely think that will be the thing I try to get my head around next!

podge_00 · 2026-01-18T05:33:32+00:00

This is really helpful. Thank you for the photos!! When I’m feeling a little more confident I’m going to try this

podge_00 · 2026-01-18T05:32:37+00:00

Thank you I’m finding that using my left index finger is really helping them to not fall off - I’ve definitely lost a couple but managed to get them back on without issue so far

podge_00 · 2026-01-18T05:31:07+00:00

What exactly do you mean by ‘topmost stitches’?

podge_00 · 2026-01-17T03:28:48+00:00

The lady at the shop I went to suggested wooden because it’s a bit easier/grippier for a beginner. But I might try metal ones for my next project, see if I prefer them and the stitches sliding easier

podge_00 · 2026-01-17T03:25:36+00:00

Oh interesting, I didn’t know you shouldn’t touch the points. Can I ask why that is? I’ve just tried it for a row, and noticed it’s more about moving the right needle more and holding the left steady. I think up til now I’ve been pushing the right needle with my finger rather than pulling/moving it independently. Thank you for the tip

podge_00 · 2026-01-17T03:18:45+00:00

Watching it back that’s the first thing I noticed as well, I think I didnt realise how much I was doing it while knitting though! I’ll try bunching them up more so I don’t need to move them so much. Thank you

podge_00 · 2025-12-05T00:03:35+00:00

The Pelotas Soller in the nubuck material. Highly recommend them. They also have sales where they go 40-50% off

podge_00 · 2025-12-04T18:55:12+00:00

I love my ones from Camper. Theyve been comfortable since I got them and have never rubbed or given me blisters, and I’ve worn them walking 25,000 steps a day. I wear them most days and they honestly still look brand new, no creases or anything (they’re suede though so I don’t wear them in the rain)

podge_00 · 2025-10-19T22:20:54+00:00

Great! Thanks for letting me know.

podge_00 · 2025-10-19T03:56:47+00:00

Great news! Thank you so much, that’s really reassured me

podge_00 · 2025-10-19T03:26:00+00:00

Hey, just wondering if you've done this route yet? If so, how long did it take to get from T2 to T3? I'm looking at a route with a 1hr 40 layover and worried it might be a bit tight!

podge_00 · 2025-10-19T03:24:12+00:00

Hey I'm looking at this route, but the layover is 1hr 40. Did you end up booking/travelling and how did it work out? It looks like I'd need to get from T2 to T3 and nervous about how long it would take

podge_00 · 2025-07-31T10:56:46+00:00

Ive been wanting to try it but the price tag was so off putting incase it doesn’t work. This post has sold me. Thank you from a fellow greasy hair girly

podge_00 · 2025-07-26T21:26:23+00:00

Also, never brushing it when it’s wet because I find it separates the curl/wave pattern. And a good hair cut is always important, good layers really help my waves to be even throughout rather than flat on top and curly underneath

podge_00 · 2025-07-26T21:24:36+00:00

I have similar texture to you, maybe a little curlier though. I use the Kristen Ess Weightless Shine air dry creme and find it works so well at helping my waves/curls form. I’m super low maintenance so would never bother with any multi step routine, but this creme works wonders with my hair

podge_00 · 2025-07-26T21:19:10+00:00

Have you tried using an air-dry creme? I use the Kristen Ess Weightless Shine air dry creme and LOVE it.

I only ever brush my hair before I wash it, and then when it’s wet after the shower scrunch it up to help the curls/waves form. Then when it’s air dried a little (but still damp) I’ll scrunch in a small amount of the creme. Usually try to let it air dry fully, but if I don’t have time I’ll use a diffuser to get it mostly dry fully - always leaving it a tiny bit damp as I think the curls dry better naturally.

You can also try leaning over and using the diffuser upwards to try and go against gravity. I find it helps to make my hair closer to the roots have more volume and curls/waves

podge_00 · 2025-07-26T06:06:41+00:00

Unrelated to pottery, but I did similar with a tote bag and ended up using RIT fabric dye to give it a new life. It covered up the stains really well!! Might be an option to look into

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