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Steeking help! - slash neck jumper - knitting from fair isle
Hackbridge,
Hello! Question 1: I’m currently working on a slash neck jumper from the Knitting From Fair Isle book by Mati Ventrillon. I’m currently at the point where I’m shaping armholes and setting steeks. However, it says on the instructions that I cast off 9 stitches (front and back) and then cast on for s…

Flexee Loom
CrochetCritters04,
Hi all! I’ve got a question about an unfamiliar tool. I’ve been putting a Christmas wist list together this week, and I originally had the Dollar Tree knitting loom on there. However, I discovered that that was meant for #6 weight yarn, which I don’t often work with. So I took it off my list. As a …

Good or bad idea? Labels on items
busymama7,
I am considering buying custom labels to put in my sweaters and things that I knit that say hand made item, please return if found and my number. I am currently knitting a sweater for my adult daughter who is one of the most scatter brained people I know. I’m worried she’s going to set it down some…

KnitPro Symfonie Rose Interchangeable Knitting Needle Case
Mazzalou52,
About 10 years ago I bought the KnitPro Symfonie Rose Interchangeable Knitting Needle set which has served me well. However, the case is showing it’s age and I wonder where I might be able to obtain a replacement. I only want the case or something similar as it has room, not only for my interchange…

Resin hooks
BrookeASmith,
I’m curious what people think about resin crochet hooks? Specifically from either Furls or Ophire? I have been experiencing some hand and wrist pain, so that is why I am curious to try a new type of handle/hook. I currently use a Clover Amour hook and love the brushed aluminum head, so switching to…

Sampleit loom trade
orthobarbie3,
I bought a sampleit 16’ loom. It’s new and used twice. I’d like to trad it for a 10”.

Vintage sock needles - how old?
joyh1,
[[ ]( https://www.ravelry.com/projects/joyh1/filigree-mittens)(... ) Having a tidy up and have just found this set of double pointed sock needles…in some lovely vintage packaging…still in usable condition and possibly used as they are a little bent! I assume that I inherited them from my Great Aunt…

Karbonz question
Do-you-crochet,
Does anyone here have a Karbonz IC needle in 8mm and a weighing scale that is accurate to within a half gram? I’d like to know how much it weighs. If not 8mm then a 7mm please. Thanks. Edit: preferably the 13cm/5 inch length.

Barber Cord / Stitch Saver Cord Smell
McKinleyRose,
I bought a tin of barber cord from a LYS that self-packages it. Unfortunately the cords reeks of a strong skunky smell--not mild but strong enough to fill a room. I notice this is a common complaint in review comments on Amazon. Has anyone found a way to get rid of the smell? If I was assured it wa…

HELP! Norwegian Princess Wheel
KatieLou3,
(More photos available in my “stash”) Hello! Reading through old posts I saw that there were a handful of these Norwegian Princess wheels around the PNW and the Bay Area. I was curious if there is anyone with a bit of experience using these might be able to answer some questions for me? Mainly when…

US to mm knit needles
catwillow,
Yarn Capra says 5 to 7 but no indication if this is US or mm sizing. Im in Canada using mm, can you tell me the mm range pls

Structo loom metal spools
rjhadle,
I have 4 spools all wound 2 with labels. I don’t have the loom anymore. What is a good price for these?

Stainless Steel
thackerp,
Besides Knit Picks and Chiaogoo, who else makes stainless steel Interchangables preferably in smaller sizes?

Interchangeable needle sets
LucysGarden,
I have a set of interchangeables from Woolridge Fiber & Craft. I love the needles but the cables fail! Does anyone know of a way of obtaining replacements? I found nothing online. The last cable I received was a few years ago and the address seems to have changed? The cables are labeled “Karnation …

Help with Magic Marker for Knit Companion
growlkitten,
How do you ‘save’ the colors used on a chart with the Magic Marker feature of Knit Companion. There’s no save button unlike the feature used to join different charts. I’m sure it’s something obvious but I can’t seem to figure it out.

Cord with a snag
busymama7,
I have chiaogoo cord with a tiny snag at the join between the cord and the metal attachment. I can’t actually see anything but I can feel it. Is there anything I can do to smooth it out?

Woollie Horse
XmasKris,
I am searching for a “Sweater Horse” or “Woollie Horse” as seen at Shetland Wool Week. It’s made of wood slats and is adjustable, for blocking and drying a sweater. Any sources in the US? Or a photo of one? Thanks!

Knitting machine
SeashoreKnitCo,
I’m considering getting a knitting machine, just for hats and tube scarves. I was wondering what are people’s opinions on them? I have been looking at the addi king size and the sentro. Has anyone used one? Are they worth it?