The main reason people get interested in knitting is that they like all the yarns that are available to play with.
If you're new to knitting, you might not be having a love affair with fiber yet, and that's OK. In fact, it's probably better. You don't want to be spending $20 a skein on yarn for your first project.
I won't say cheaper is better when it comes to yarn for your first project, because cheap yarns are often scratchy and uncomfortable to work with and to wear.
Choosing yarn for your first project will depend on the project. So the first step should be picking a project, so you can answer the following questions:
- What weight of yarn do you need?
- How much yarn do you need?
- Do you need a basic yarn or a novelty yarn?
- Is there a particular fiber you want to use? You don't have to pick what was used in the pattern, but as a beginner that is often helpful because you can compare your finished project to the picture with the pattern more easily.
Choosing Your Yarn
Armed with an idea of what you need for your project, visit your local crafts shop or yarn store and let your fingers do the walking.
Touch the different yarns that fit your needs. Pick something that looks good and feels good, something that will make you smile when you work with it and wear it.
