even when i go thru customs?
I'm not sure…but check out the TSA's website…here is a link to the "what can I bring on board" part of their site! 
http://www.tsa.gov/travelers/airtravel/prohibited/permitted-prohibited-items.shtm
which ones are not so completed? and have quick and simple projects to make..are you happy with yours? thank you kindly.
There are some that are good and some that are not so good. You need to look for one with a booklet that is good for your learning style, and not all are and you can’t look at them in advance to be able to tell. You also want one that gives you the basic tools, a pair of needles, possibly a needle gauge/measuring device/gauge square–this looks usually like a plastic rectangle with inch and millimeter measurements, a bunch of numbered holes and a slot cut out of it–some ring markers and some yarn, usually something worsted weight and smooth. However, Patons has a 3 or 4 booklet set of learn to knit instructions that take you through not only how to knit, but to make a lovely sweater for yourself as you do. I’ve knit a long time and this one is quite clear, very thorough, and results in something quite nice to wear. The catch is, though, you need to buy your own supplies–needles, markers, and yarn as well. The Boye Learn to Knit Kit is ok, but nowhere near as good as the Patons, IMO. Coats and Clark has a CD-Rom disk on how to knit with supplies, for around $10 US that is available in craft stores. This one shows you visually on your computer how to knit and can be moved back to see how to do the stitches over and over again.
Ok, so I'm attempting to knit a Sackboy from LBP(little big planet)
The only problem is I can't understand the short hand (I only know how to knit through my grams teaching me, so I don't completely understand how to read a pattern)
If someone can tell me what this means
1st inc row k1,(inc 1) three times, k3, (inc 1) three times, k2 [18 sts]
Please and Thank you!
So this explanation is for the 1st row of increases.
k1 = knit 1
inc 1 = increase 1
k3 = knit 3
etc
This pattern tells you knit 1 stitch, then increase 1 stitch three times, then knit 3 stitches, then increase 1 stitch three times, then knit 2 stitches.
for the K3 and K2, you don't knit the stitches together, you just knit them one after the other for a total of 3 or 2 or however many it says.
also, the [18 sts] at the end tells you that you should have 18 stitches when you finish your row.
I don't know what increase you are supposed to use, the directions might indicate if it is like a yarn over or a knit into the back of a stitch, or something.
The link below is great for figuring out what abbreviations mean and most of them have pictures to demonstrate the stitch.
hope that helps! Happy knitting!
I just bought a knitting loom and I am trying out my first project. My problem is that the yarn on the pegs get so tight that I can not even pull it over the peg, and this is only on the third round. I tried making the yard as loose as I could for the beginning, but by the third round it is impossible to work with. Does anyone have any insights for me?
You really have to make a conscious effort to keep your stitches loose. Cut a piece of a drinking straw about 3 to 4 in. long, run your yarn through that and hold the straw as you knit. That helps keep the tension off of the yarn a little.
I want to knit a strap for a bag that I knit. I tried seed, garter and stockinette stitch, but it stretches so much, way beyond the length I want it.
Is there a better stitch to use? Or is there a way to knit it so it's less stretchy? Should I just be knitting it to be the size I want once it has stretched? I'm just worried it'll keep stretching the more I use it.
The easiest way to do it without much stretching is I-cord. To do this, you get a couple of double pointed needles, cast on 2-4 stitches (more depending on how big the purse is) & then knit them. When done, slide the stitches down to the other end of the needle (see why you needed the dp's?) and continue knitting. Keep doing this every round == knit, slide, knit == until you have the length you need. The more stitches you use, the larger the tube you make will be. I have done purse straps 20 stitches wide & I put a piece of boning into it for strength
This is the mini project tat we've done in electrical engineering, but i dont hav the exact circuit. This uses IR sensors to detect the damage of yarns in autolooms and switches off the loom automatically for any damage in yarn, hence prevents wrong weaving. A processor with relay, motor and 4 sensors were used.
In the LCD display, the length upto which the yarn is to be sensed can be set.
don't worry about the length.
try to check twice (entry & exit) per insertion.
may be "AND or exclusive AND" logic should serve the purpose.
any way post your solution when you get/find one
I love to sew tshirts and need a store in the Toronto area where I can buy knits either polyester/lycra or cotton/lycra blends. French terry is nice too. I'm not from the area, but will be there for a few days in two weeks. Need to know from locals what fabric stores are worth paying a visit!
I honestly don't know anything about sewing but the area you want to hit up is Queen Street West, west of Spadina Avenue. That's where there are a ton of different types of sewing/fabric stores. This place in particular has "yarns and fibers from around the word": http://www.romniwools.com/
You might even want to call them and ask if they have what you need or could send you in the right direction.
Further west in Parkdale there is a place called Designer Fabrics. Again, if they don't have what you need they might be able to help.
http://www.designerfabrics.ca/shop/scripts/aboutUs.asp
i have some really thick fabric to sew through, does anybody know what brand of sewing needles are the sharpest, and where i can find them?
thanks x
Try the Forge Mill Needle Museum www.forgemill.org.uk
I think Sharps are probably the best type in the longest size. I am sure the museum will be able to advise you if you contact them.
Yes, as long as the TSA agent dose not feel that they can be used as a weapon. Here is the TSAs regulations on knitting needles.
http://www.tsa.gov/travelers/airtravel/assistant/editorial_1252.shtm
ive heard that knitting takes forever so what would be the advantageof learning to knit since i already know how to crochet?
Hrm. To be honest there are a few ways to answer this.
First- I've personally found that knitting takes less time, and once you get the hang of it, you don't even need to look at what you're working on to keep going! An example of this is with my roommate and I; I usually knit, and she usually crochets…by the time I have 1/3 of a scarf done, she's only a few inches into her project, particularly when using a single stitch method.
Second- Variety! Both knitting and crocheting turn out some neat patterns, but both unique to the method. By learning to knit as well as crochet, you add to your ability to create unique items.
Third- All knowledge is worth having! I have found that when people who are new to knitting and crocheting want to start, they assume that if you know how to do one…you're an expert at both. You could save the both of you some difficulty by picking up even just a rudimentary knowledge of the craft. Also, a technique from knitting might help in your next crochet project, ya never know!
Happy Crafting, I hope this helps!