[NFB-Krafters-Korner] Teaching Needle Knitting at Upcoming Convention

[Lisamaria]

This is great to know. I’m laughing because one of the first yarns I used for crocheting was hometown and had splitting issues that just drove me nuts.

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> On Jul 3, 2019, at 06:47, Powers, Terry (NIH/NCI) [E] via NFB-Krafters-Korner <nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org> wrote:
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> 
> Hi Lisa;
> 
> When will you be arriving?
> 
> If no one else steps up to the plate, I can get you started!
> 
> I would start with size 11  in US sizes or close to that.
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> You want a yarn that does not split easily.  Bernet soft and chuncky or serenity or woolies thick and quick, would be fine.
> 
> What ever you do, do not get Home town for your first time.  It can split, easily!
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> I find metal needles easier to use, because the stitches slide easily and for a beginner, you might be knitting tight.
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> Here are my 2 e-mails for anyone interested.
> I do not claim to be the best, but what I know, came from one of the best, Dixie!
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> Terry.powers at nih.gov  until 1:00 Wednesday
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> Home terrypowers59 at gmail.com
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> Terry Powers
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> -----Original Message-----
> From: Lisamaria Martinez via NFB-Krafters-Korner <nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org> 
> Sent: Tuesday, July 2, 2019 6:22 PM
> To: nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org
> Cc: Lisamaria Martinez <lisamaria0217 at gmail.com>
> Subject: [NFB-Krafters-Korner] Teaching Needle Knitting at Upcoming Convention
> 
> Hi All,
> 
> I'm wondering if anyone will be at convention who is willing to teach me and a friend how to needle knit. We're happy to treat you to a meal in exchange.
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> If this is of interest please email me directly at lisamaria0217 at gmail.com or text/call me at 510-289-2577. We can set up a time.
> 
> Also, can you suggest what type of knitting needles we should bring for beginners?
> 
> Thanks so much.
> 
> Best,
> LM
> 
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