What you need to start knitting

To start knitting, you only need a few basic things:

1. Knitting needles – choose a size that fits the yarn. Circular needles or double pointed needles work depending on what you want to knit.

2. Yarn – start with a fairly thick yarn, such as wool or acrylic yarn, that is easy to handle. A thicker, smoother yarn makes the stitches clearer and easier to see. Thick yarn combined with coarse needles also gives faster results.

3. Pattern or idea – a simple description of what you want to knit will help you get started.

4. Scissors and needle – a small pair of scissors to cut the yarn and a darning needle to secure threads.

With these items you can start knitting simple projects and practice basic stitches.

How to cast on stitches.