Hey, isn’t knitting a flat stitch? Not the bumpy texture from rows of knitting! The secret is to alternate rows of knitting with rows of purling. So let’s learn to purl.
Congratulations you just learned twonew stitches. That’s right 2 new stitches! And for the second lesson in a row. Alternating a row of the knit stitches with a row of purl stitches you also learned the stockinette stitch. Who’d a thought – another two-fer. Talk about double knit.
Now that you have cast your stitches onto your needles, it’s time to learn the knit stitch!
Tips
Over tightening stitches will make it difficult and frustrating to knit.
Aim for consistency. It will come with practice.
Congratulations you just learned twonew stitches. That’s right 2 new stitches! The knit stitch of course and by repeating the knit stitch over and over, row after row you also learned the garter stitch. Who’d a thought – a two-fer.
The Garter Stitch creates a fun bumpy texture. We particularly like that bumpy texture for dish clothes as it makes cleaning dishes easier. Look for our video on dish clothes coming soon!
In order to start your knitting project, you need to learn to add stitches to your needles otherwise known as casting on.
Now that you have completed the foundation row, you are ready to take the next step in your journey in learn to knit. MainelyDiY is delighted to be along you side as you learn to knit. The next step is is learning the knit stitch.
Whether you call a W fold or a M fold card, whom receives your homemade greeting card will be merry upon opening it. These action cards have a pop-up motion thanks to the…you guessed it the M-fold.
See the M-fold in Action
Best suited to display small designs stamps, stickers, and the like or just pretty paper. These are simple to make with spectacular results.
Cutting and Scoring Chart
Description
Quantity
Cut Size
Score at
Base/Back
1
4-1/4″ by 11″
5-1/2″
M-fold
1
2-1/4 by 11″
2-3/4, 5-1/2, & 8-1/4
Front Artwork (Landscape)
1
3-3/4 by 5″
Pieced for Stamping
4
2″ by 3″
Border for Stamped Pieces
4
2-1/2″ by 3-1/2″
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We love to re-purpose things and keep them out of landfills. Today’s project up cycles an old CD. You can also recycle an old DVD. With movies being moved to digital format, projects such as this will give a new life to your DVDs.
You will be surprised at how simple and quick you can turn a plain CD into something pretty.
Watch the video to find out the surprise material we used.
You can use your finished project as coaster. Or hang it as an ornament in a window where it will sparkle and shimmer in the sunlight.
Hatch your creativity AND take out your frustration all at the same time with this fun needle felted Easter egg. It is quick and easy.
There is no sewing involved yet there is a needle. Felting needles do not have an eye but do have sharp barbs. All you need to do is moving the needle straight up and down. Stab it as hard as you like – a stress relieving motion.
After Easter you can give it to your kitty as it makes a fun cat toy!
Prices subject to change. As participants in affiliate programs, we may earn small commissions on products and services linked in our blog/website. There is NO additional cost to you however it gives us a boost and allows us to continue to provide you with easy link access to items we use. We are participants in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program and the Cricut affiliate program. An affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to products and service of affiliated sites.
Quick and easy Christmas cards using gift tags. Choose large tags with sentiments, add to fun fold cards, embellish and you’re ready to send your love to friends and family this holiday season.
Whether you call a W fold or a M fold card, whom receives your homemade greeting card will be merry upon opening it. These action cards have motion thanks to the…you guessed it the M-fold.
Learn to make double z-fold cards. These fun fold cards have moving parts as you open them. Guaranteed to kick up your card making skills Feature your art work on the card front or use greetings from card stock. Reveal the designer sheets in Echo Park’s Christmas Salutation pack.
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Great for Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas and every holiday. Special tips are included for heavier center figurines. Tri-beads Chenille We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.
We are Egg-xited to bring you this Egg–stra-special Easter Egg.
Create a sparkle to an eye and a smile to a face when you learn how to make this shiny Easter Egg. They are simpler to make than you might think and can be quite elegant. Sure to brighten any day.
So get cracking and make some eggs – Easter Eggs that is!
Hatch your creativity and have some homemade fun.
Prices subject to change. As participants in affiliate programs, we may earn small commissions on products and services linked in our blog/website. There is NO additional cost to you however it gives us a boost and allows us to continue to provide you with easy link access to items we use. We are participants in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program and the Cricut affiliate program. An affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to products and service of affiliated sites.
Quick and easy Christmas cards using gift tags. Choose large tags with sentiments, add to fun fold cards, embellish and you’re ready to send your love to friends and family this holiday season.
Whether you call a W fold or a M fold card, whom receives your homemade greeting card will be merry upon opening it. These action cards have motion thanks to the…you guessed it the M-fold.
Learn to make double z-fold cards. These fun fold cards have moving parts as you open them. Guaranteed to kick up your card making skills Feature your art work on the card front or use greetings from card stock. Reveal the designer sheets in Echo Park’s Christmas Salutation pack.
Be sure to read this entire article as we saved the best for last. This year we decided to feature Easter Eggs.Why? Eggs represent a new and fresh start. As we socially distance ourselves, we can become depressed. Many crafters know that creating a project can go a long way towards boosting our emotional… Continue reading Celebrate Easter with Easter Eggs
You can give Dad the perfect shirt for Father’s Day. What makes this the perfect shirt? This shirt houses a gift card so Dad can choose just what he truly wants. Our gift card holder is made from a magazine page so it uses a FREE material. Maybe even a shirt lol. Where else can… Continue reading Dad’s Favorite Shirt
Letting your loved ones know how special they truly are with our fun Easter egg themed card. The design could be used for any season. As we weather stay at home orders, crafting can be a terrific creative and fun outlet. It is important to celebrate the life we have and appreciate those around us.… Continue reading Egg-stra-special Easter Egg Card
Cricut is offering a fantastic Father’s Day sale on the Air 2 electronic cutting machine. Just think of all the cool projects you can make for the Dad in your life. Of course he may just use the machine for himself. Please note as an affiliate, we receive a small commission when you purchase using… Continue reading Father’s Day Deals
The front of this foxy card is hand stamped with a fun and simple heart designed to complement the Valentine’s day theme. Patterned cardstock would be another great option. The front also features a peek-a-boo heart shaped window with the word “You” visible. Opening the card reveals the full inside sentiment “You are a Fox!”.… Continue reading Foxy Peek-a-Boo Valentine’s Day Greeting Card
Great for Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas and every holiday. Special tips are included for heavier center figurines. Tri-beads Chenille We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.
Do you need a heart shaped template with smooth curves for a project? You will find 2 different methods here. Neither one requires any special tools. Both are simple and quick. One of the techniques is particularly flexible in the depth and length of the points. Make them any way your heart desires. Perfect for… Continue reading Learn to Create a Heart Template
Gift ideas and deals Affliate disclosure – please read before purchasing from links Newest projects for Dad – Here are the newest projects since this page first posted. Projects Be sure to visit this page often as we are adding projects all the time. Tool Organizer Make some cool refreshing and fancy iced coffee as… Continue reading Show Dad some Love with Father’s Day Projects
Sweet and simple Valentine’s Day card is all heart. You do not need to have a special paper punch nor an expensive cutting machine to make this greeting card. Just check out our Heart Template The card base was embellished with rubber stamps and then embossed. ❤️ Alternately you could use printed card stock instead… Continue reading Simply Heart Valentine’s Day Card
Hatch your creativity AND take out your frustration all at the same time with this fun needle felted Easter egg. It is quick and easy. There is no sewing involved yet there is a needle. Felting needles do not have an eye but do have sharp barbs. All you need to do is moving the… Continue reading Stressing Reducing Easter Egg
Letting your loved ones know how special they truly are with our fun Easter egg themed card. The design could be used for any season.
As we weather stay at home orders, crafting can be a terrific creative and fun outlet. It is important to celebrate the life we have and appreciate those around us.
The primary technique used is iris folding. We added rubber stamps yet you could ask to kids to do some coloring or other artwork. The sentiments are added by hand for a more personalized and homemade touch. You could print them out on a computer and then pasted them as desired on the card for a classier feel.
So get cracking and made some eggs – Easter Eggs that is!
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Enhance your décor with this romantic lacy beaded ornament that has a Victorian feel to it. Hang it in a window and when the sun catches it, it will sparkle and glisten in the sunshine. It is reminiscent of the twinkle in your eyes when you first fell in love.
Perfect for Valentine’s day or any day you want to put a little love in your heart. ❤️
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Check out these Valentine’s Day and Heart Inspired DiY Projects
Do you need a heart shaped template with smooth curves for a project? You will find 2 different methods here. Neither one requires any special tools. Both are simple and quick. One of the techniques is particularly flexible in the depth and length of the points. Make them any way your heart desires. Perfect for Valentine’s Day. Template is perfect to use for paper crafts including greeting cards or for sewing appliques or any heart themed project .
