A few knitting errors that you must avoid

1. A few knitting errors that you must avoid Mistakes are annoying and should be avoided as much as possible. Even if we learn from you, you don't want to make mistakes all the time and you're happy if you know beforehand what to look out for. Mistakes in knitting can be particularly annoying, because if things go really badly, you can stir up the work and start all over again. So that this does not happen to you and your nerves are spared, we have listed some common mistakes that you should avoid. 01. Holding the working thread incorrectly If you hold the working thread too loosely, your stitches will also be too loose and too big. On the contrary, if you keep the thread too tight, the stitches will be too small and too tight. It is best to do a swatch before you start your project to get a feel for it. Speaking of stitch test. 02. Omit the gauge Yes, the swatch isn't fun, but it's a simple way to make sure your knit is the right size. Especially when you are working with new needles or a new thread. After all, you certainly don't want your jumper not to have the right fit after a long period of work - subsequent cording is no longer possible. 03. Incorrect cast off stitches So that the knitted piece looks really fine at the end, the stitches should not be cast off too tightly. Otherwise, your edge may gather and your knitting may narrow at the top. 04. The stitches are not twisted Have you ever wondered where the unsightly holes in your knitting come from? We know the answer. This usually happens when the stitches are picked up, the needle is changed, the knitting pattern is changed or the edge stitches are picked up. A mistake that even knitting professionals make. It is very easy to avoid: simply knit the stitches twisted. The stitches in the first row are therefore not worked off as normal knit or purl stitches after the pick-up. Instead, knitting is given away. By piercing the back loop, the working thread turns and no more holes are created. 05. Wrong yarn with wrong knitting needles Wool is available in beautiful bright or muted colors, with color gradients or patterns - which come into their own when knitting. But more important than the choice of color is the right material for your knitted item. Summer or winter clothes? Depending on the wool, you should also choose the right

2. knitting needles. All yarns are compatible with our Stainless Steel Mindful Collection knitting needles. 06. Didn’t read completely the Knitting Pattern When you start knitting, you should always read the pattern completely. This gives you enough information beforehand if you don't understand the knitting technique or a specific step. Otherwise there is a risk that you will have to stop in the middle and get stuck. Mistake? Usually difficult or impossible to fix. This not only costs time, you also waste wool unnecessarily. "There is no innovation and creativity without failure." Brene Brown Even if you make a mistake, be creative and try to make the best of it and don't let these mistakes rob you of your knitting fun. Do you like this mindful blog? If yes please check our similar blog click here. Source: https://medium.com/@mindulknitting/a-few-knitting-errors-that-you-must-avoid- e107d15c25d9