Knitting for Community Service: FAQs

I can not seem to start the project correctly. Where can I get help? 

     If you are still having problems after watching the Basic How-to-Knit  video which covers all the stitches for making the scarf,  here are some suggestions:

• First practice the stitches demonstrated on the video to create a sample swatch until you are comfortable and satisfied with the results.  Try not to let too much time pass between each attempt; newly acquired skills require practice.

• Winding the yarn too tightly around the needle while knitting can make it difficult to knit in general.  Learn to make your loops uniformly relaxed, but not too loose; it should not be difficult to insert the needle in the loop.

• If you are new to knitting, start with the scarf project. 

•  If you find you need help starting, call the Valley Cottage Library at (845) 268-7700 at least two weeks before your project is due.   Young Adult Librarian, Katrina Hohlfeld,  will call you back to set up a convenient appointment.

• Borrow one of the suggested reading books (click tab above) from the Valley Cottage Library. They have helpful diagrams.

• You can ask an older relative who knows how to knit to help you.