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Knitting Questions from Beginners

We all have questions when starting a new craft, from how to do basic things to why our projects act the way they do. Here are some of the most popular questions beginning knitters ask, along with their answers.
English Knitting vs. Continental Knitting - Why Do You Prefer Your Kn…
Knitters are often defensive about the style of knitting they use, considering it superior to other options out there. Why do you love English knitting, continental knitting or whatever method you use?
Should I Learn English or Continental Knitting? Or Both?
New knitters might wonder whether they should learn to knit in the English or continental style of knitting, while those who have learned one technique might want to know if it's worth it to learn the other style. Here are the major differences between continental and English knitting and why it pays to know both.
What's the Difference Between Popcorn and Bobbles?
Knitting popcorn and making bobbles are two relatively easy ways to add texture to a piece of knit fabric. While you might see the terms used interchangeably, there's technically a difference.
What's an Easy Way to Seam Knitting?
There are many different methods for seaming knitting, but here's a quick and easy way to sew up small seams.
How Long Should a Long Tail Be?
Casting on using the long-tail cast on method is a quick and easy way to cast on, but how long should your long tail be?
Beginning Knitter FAQs
Beginning knitters have a lot of questions about how to learn to knit, developing knitting skills and more. Here are the top questions beginning knitters have, along with their answers.

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