I am excited to partner with Oak Meadow today to bring you this post on teaching kids to knit. Teaching your child to knit might sound a little daunting. It certainly did to me a few years ago when it was time to teach my son. I learned to knit myself when I was very
Vickie Howell shows kids how to finger knit in a 5 minute video tutorial, then offers som fun project ideas to make using simple finger knit strands!
Not only do you get to make an Easy Finger Knitting Bunny DIY, but you get great introduction on how to finger knit with kids.
Teach kids how to knit! It develops fine motor skills and attention span. All you need are colorful yarns, needles, time, and patience.
This Little Teddy Bear Free Knitting Pattern is easy to knit in reverse stocking stitch. It's knitted all-in-one, from head to head.
Here in Alaska it has already snowed three times this winter. We spend our days finding ways to stay warm and snuggly. One of our favorite pastimes is reading books while cuddling under a big blanket, followed by hot chocolate. However, we still have to go to school and we still have to run errands. Unfortunately, we can't stay cozy at home all the time. We have quickly found ways to stay warm outside too, and thanks to Lost. Found., my kids are even more obsessed with learning how to knit!
one day last week, ivy decided it was time to learn to knit on needles. she has been finger knitting (like this) for about a year and was ready to be like mumma. mumma who is still working on yindi's...
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Frog & Cast is a company that was launched by a woman named Kristina McGowan. She started this project driven by a goal to put her knitting patterns out into the world, share her works with other knitters, and inspire people to learn new things and to notice the beauty surrounding them. The site currently has a few knitting patterns available, including hats, pullovers, and a blanket.
Tips for teaching kids to knit. How to teach a child or young person how to knit.
22 Jun 1942, Northern Ireland, UK --- It may seem a bit unusual for soldiers to be knitting on "tiny garments," but it does help to pass the time, and these US soldiers stationed somewhere in Northern Ireland, Corporal Robert Cozad, (left) of Red Oak, Iowa, and Private Manny Hamburger, of Des Moines, Iowa, find it a particularly useful hobby for their off duty hours. The boys are good, too! --- Image by � Bettmann/CORBIS
Knitting with kids is a fun, inspiring craft, but teaching kids to knit, whether yours is a sunny six- year-old or an afraid-of-failing teen, can be frustrating for both student and teacher. We've gathered a tried-and-true knitting lesson for teaching kids to knit as well as favorite reminders for making the lesson a relaxed and enjoyable time. This series is a part of our Crafts to Do with Kids Series, which has weekly posts, giveaways and how-tos all month-long. When to start knitting with kids: About 5 to 6 is generally the best age to start knitting, but desire to learn and dexterity are also reliable indicators. If kids watch eagerly as you pull up a skein of yarn and needles or they can tie their shoes easily, they are probably ready. Materials that work best when knitting with kids: Choose a high-quality wool with a lot of grip so stitches don’t drop as easily. Also, a light-colored yarn makes stitches easier to see. Any size knitting needles will work, as along as it fits the yarn. How to teach the knit stitch when knitting with kids: Note: Most kids have an attention span of their age plus 2-5 minutes, so a six-year-old can focus for roughly 8-13 minutes. As such, keep lessons short and sweet to prevent burnout. Step 1: We love the classic teaching rhyme, shared by Knit Sisters: “Up the tree, Around the back, Down the tree, And off jumps jack.” Demonstrate the knit stitch 5-7 times, all while saying the rhyme with each stitch. Once your child understands the rhyme, have them direct your next stitch while you refuse to move the needles without your child’s direction. Continue this for the next few stitches until your child seems to have mastered the rhyme and can identify what each direction means. Step 2 (teens skip to Step 3): Once your child has a clear visual of what the knit stitch looks like, ask if she’s ready to learn more. If not, stop here to end on a note of success. If your child is eager for more, an expert on Knit Sisters recommends putting your child’s hands in your own and knitting a few stitches so she can get a feel. The expert then recommends letting the little knitter hold the needles while you wrap the yarn. Step 3: Once the child seems comfortable, hand the needles over and let them combine everything. Remember that messing up and making mistakes are a normal, healthy part of learning. General tips when knitting with kids: - Be comfortable making a mistake (or even faking a mistake) when knitting to demonstrate that mistakes are normal. - Praise and encouragement are essential when teaching kids. Teens especially can feel insecure about trying something new in front an expert, so be uncritical. - If a child gets frustrated, take a 10-minute break and come back later. - Focus on process over product — praise how well the child is working or how much fun he or she is having, instead of how neat and pretty the finished product looks. Knitting Kit This stylish knitting-with-kids kit from kids' boutique shop Madame La Marchande offers a delightful gift for young kids and teens interested in knitting. The kit folds into a tiny, tidy vintage-inspired suitcase and comes with decadent yarn and basic tools. Head to Madame La Marchande to buy the knitting with kids kit. Finger Knitting Practice dexterity and get kids excited about working with yarn via this finger-knitting-with-kids project, which can be made into a skinny scarf, holiday decor or even an extra-long jump rope. Dharma Flyer has the free finger knitting with kids ornament pattern. Knitting Doll This vintage-inspired knitting-with-kids doll has small pegs on a wooden doll and helps young kids learn knitting. The doll comes with a needle and yarn. To buy the knitting-with-kids doll, head to Amazon. Image credits (from top): Madame La Marchande, Flickr.com/starshaped, Flickr.com/.curt, Madame La Marchande, Dharma Flyer and Perisphere & Tylon, Inc.
Finger knitting is a super simple craft project that kids of almost all ages can do. They can make a variety of things that will give them...
The Original Design hand knitted Fat Cat Keyring, carefully made, ensuring quality and cuteness! Available in a variety of colours, including Fluffy Fat Cats, as well as the option of white tail tips and/or bibs. All cats come complete with wool collar and tiny tinkling bell. Hand embroidered features make each little character unique. These keyrings fit our Hand Printed Cat Gift Boxes perfectly (available to order separately) making them lovely gifts for any cat lover. Choose a gold or silver coloured bell and keychain, and let us know if you have a collar colour preference! Each Fat Cat measures around 9.5 x 3.5cm
I've been busy working on setting up a project for my sons 1st grade class! It's an easy "knitting" project that is perfect for elementary age kids. With a cardboard roll, tape, and popsicle sticks, you can set up a simple loom. Then just like you would finger weave, you wrap the yarn around the tops
Amigurumi Snail Free Knitting Patterns & Paid
Knitting is a fun project that develops a range of skills, from concentration to math. The best bit? At the end you have something handmade to enjoy!
Soft and delicate mohair sweater. Knitting Pattern Turtleneck "Nude Sweater" Easy to knit, nice and comfortable to wear. PATTERN LANGUAGE: ENGLISH Sizes: S-M (M-L) Bust Circumference: S-M (M-L), 82-93 (94 -107) cm/ 32 ¼ - 36 ½ (37 - 42)’’- to be worn with up to 15-25 cm/ 6 - 10” positive ease (oversize). Height is 165-170 cm/ 5’4”- 5’6”. Yarn: ● Drops Kid-Silk (75% kid mohair, 25% silk, 210 m (230 yds) per 25 g) - 3 (3.5) balls Substitute yarn: ● Sandnes Tynn Silk Mohair 212 m per 25g ● Lana Gatto Silk Mohair 212 m per 25g ● Mondial Kid Seta 210 m per 25g Circular Needles (Wooden): 7 mm; 40cm/ 16” length (for the Sleeves) AND 80 cm/ 32” length (for the Body) 6 mm/ US 10; 40cm/ 16” length (for casting on) *Note: This pattern includes step-by-step written instructions. I add all my videos in Russian as well in case you will need visual support to understand the pattern. Although you will be able to follow without videos.
There are a lot of different reasons why people think children should learn hot to do handwork, like knitting or crocheting. Some believe that handwork teaches children to be more creative, others believe it has a positive effect on the development...
The photo above © Forget Me Knot MittensThese might be the cutest mittens in the world!These gloves literally make my heart melt. One of the most joyful things that I experience as a mum is the feel o
Animals, castles, toys and more....so many crafts to make using recycled toilet paper tubes. Save your tubes to make crafts with your children.
Mother and son elephant This Knit pattern / tutorial is available for free... Full post: Mother and son elephant
Knit Cradle Bag with Bedding Free Knitting Pattern
The Tiny Parlor Cat Free Knitting Pattern knits up very quickly. It's worked in the round, and all in one piece. You can use whatever yarn you have on hand.
Knitting Nancys (a.k.a. French knitters, knitting nobbies, spool knitters, etc.) have become something of an obsession for me this week. I’ve been thinking about what …
Easy DIY toilet paper roll knitting activity your kids will love! So easy your kids will want to do it for hours. Perfect to keep hands quiet while you read
It wasn’t until I figured how to knit a hole into a spool-knit tube (see Spool Knit Wrist Warmer) that I realized that a spool knitter could be used to knit a flat panel. Why it took me so lo…
A husband and wife team called Oeuf came up with the cleverly simple design for these knitted stuffed pigeons. It's pretty amazing how they managed to
Kenmerken: Dit patroon bevat een complete Engelstalige werkbeschrijving waarmee je onmiddellijk aan de slag kan om deze cardigan te breien. Handig A5-boekjes formaat, makkelijk op te bergen en meeneembaar. Geschikt voor de beginnende breister. Gebruikte technieken: Top down breien rond schouderstuk met minderingen op
These knitted Furry Fairies look so amazing. They are knitted with free Ornament Knitting Patterns. It is so much fun to knit them.
My First Cuddly has been designed to be baby’s first toy. It is small enough to be popped into a pocket or nappy bag, to have on hand when needed. I would recommend cotton yarn because it’s good for soaking up those dribbles; its “suckable”; chewable and washable! I have also tried a nice soft washable acrylic and this works well too. Very handy for a bit of stash busting or if you want to make a matching blanket for a new baby. There are four hat options included in the pattern. This, as with all my designs, is knitted flat and assembled. I have included a step by step assembly guide which is full of photos to help you. All babies have a favourite or special toy they attach to and want for comfort or snuggling down to sleep. How special would it be if your new little person chose your Cuddly as his favourite toy? Perhaps it would be best to make two the same in case one went missing!!
