Whether you are a beginner or a hardcore experienced Knitter there are plenty of resources available, both Offline and on the Internet. You will find many classes in your local area that give you an opportunity to meet other knitters with the same interests. This is a great way to exchange patterns and or maybe find a source for the wool you are searching for.



When starting out, it's important for the beginner knitter to start with a simple knitting pattern that is easy enough and let's the knitter learn basic knitting stitches. These stitches are the backbone of most other knitting projects. There are a variety of books that can available through the Internet, local bookstores, or a knitting stores that provide beginning knitters a good place to start. After the beginner knitter masters the basic knit and purl stitches they will want to move on to a more complex projects with increasing complexity.

Experienced knitters are always looking for just the right pattern and the perfect wool to go with it. You can find numerous patterns online, but your knitting store may provide better options for you. You definitely want to find just the right yarn in order to make the pattern produce the right look and feel. The finished garment shouldn't have a tension that is too loose or too tight.

The level of complexity and variety of patterns increases with experience levels. Select the right wool and knitting needles for the pattern, and check that the instructions are easy to read. The Internet offers a variety of different kinds of wool. The endless selection is half the fun -- planning a new knitting project with the right wool in the right color. An experienced knitter may want to find knitting patterns with intarsia -- knitting in different colors blocks, each with their own bobbin of color. Intarsia is a creative and challenging way to create knitted garments that are multicolored.

The experienced knitter will want to have a variety of knitting needles and other knitting tools at their disposal. Other knitting tools include bobbins, stitch holders, and stitch markers.

The more projects the beginning knitter takes on the more needles and scrap yarn they will add to their assortments. Scrap yarn is great for knitting scarves when the mood suits and time allows. No matter what your level of expertise, you will find tons of information both on and offline. You will easily stay busy for many years.