CHUNKY KNITTING for beginners
Winter has set in : why not embark on a creative project that will result in something warm and cosy ? Can ’ t knit ? No problem . Knitting with chunky wool and oversized needles is the best way to learn . Your project will take shape quickly and mistakes can easily be spotted and fixed . shoppers are showing interest in the chunky yarns and Mike has recently introduced additional options to meet the demand . He says , “ new to our product range this season is the 3XL wool which is ideal for arm knitting .” The 3XL range is available in trendy neutral shades of creams and greys as well as some more colourful options like lavendar and denim .
The appeal of knitting with chunky wool is not only in the ease of learning and completing projects , but also in the end results . Think big chunky throws to spruce up a tired sofa , or soft and cosy scarves and snoods .
“ New to our product range this season is the 3XL wool which is ideal for arm knitting .”
Plain & Purl Wool Shop situated within the 6th Avenue Shopping Centre in Walmer offers a wide selection of wools and needles ideal for chunky knitting . The spacious store is your one-stop shop for everything knitting , and helpful staff can provide you with the product information you need .
“ The great thing about chunky knitting , “ says store owner Mike Warrington , “ is that learning to knit is easy so anyone can do it . It is also great for older children who would like to learn ”. More and more
Free Pattern
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15mm needles
Find everything you need :
Plain & Purl Wool Shop Shop 1 , 6th Ave Shopping Centre Walmer , Phone : 041 581 1711
The ideas and variations are endless , and advanced knitters will enjoy how quickly it takes to complete a project . Perfect for quiet weekends at home or when a last minute gift is needed . Just type ‘ chunky knitting ’ into your Pinterest search bar to be inspired .
Go to www . thelittlepages . co . za / blog and click on ‘ Chunky Knitting Guide ’ for useful tips and links to video tutorials to get you started . You will also find a pattern to make the cosy throw as seen below .
Go to the Little Pages blog and click on ‘ Chunky Knitting Guide ’ for step by step instructions to make this cosy throw . Great for beginners or more experienced knitters who would like a quick project . What you will need :
4 balls of Chunky XL or Charity Seriously Chunky Wool