See, I wasn’t just telling wild stories – I have been knitting away on my Lizard Ridge squares!
really like this pattern. The designer did a great job of getting the pattern to show off the changes in the Noro colors. I’ve got a few more colors of Kureyon on order – I think my Norovember goal will be to finish 4 squares. Don’t forget, I’ve got the green socks to finish up, plus the silk shrug for me!
I started teaching knitting at the Boys & Girls Club this week. I had about 6 middle school girls this week. Between me and my sister, we were running like crazy for the whole hour trying to help everyone, answer questions, etc.
So far, I think my main lesson learned has been that metal needles are too slippery for beginners. I know the project coordinator got them because they were the cheapest, but I think I’ll donate some bamboo needles. I think half the time was helping the girls put the stitches back on the needles after the needle slipped out.
Another interesting thing is that the younger kids (maybe 8 or 9 year olds) really really wanted to learn. I think we’re going to try to expand the program if we get more volunteers and interest stays high.
Lizard looks terrific! And it’s so awesome that you’re teaching knitting. I think you should definitely open it up to the younger kids.
I love those colors!!!
I taught knitting at my church and we bought a package of already cut dowels at Hobby Lobby and sharpened them with a pencil sharpener and then sandpapered and then rubbed them really well with waxed paper. They made excellent needles that were about a US 7.
The Lizard Ridge squares look fantastic. I’m glad the kids are enthusiastic about learning to knit and that you’re donating your time to teach the craft/art.
Oh, that’s wonderful that you’re donating your time to teach kids to knit. I don’t think I’d have the patience, but I can’t wait to hear if they stay interested.
The squares are gorgeous! How fun that you are sharing the craft with kids.
Ooooo, I love watching this unfold. I know I’ll end up on this bandwagon, so…
you may not have been telling wild stories but those are some wild squares! Love the colors that you are using. Glad to hear all those kiddo’s are interested in knitting! Corra and Bryce both have the kntting spools and have just started knitting on them again! : )
Ooh, those colors are so pretty. I love how every Lizard ridge square I’ve seen has taken my breath away with the color mix.
That’s cool that you’re teaching kids, I’ve thought about volunteering ot do that here, too. Keep sharing your best practices, they may be helpful.
I agree, the colors are so beautiful together. Yay! You are teaching the kids how to knit. They will forever remember you as the one who taught them. It’s a beautiful thing.
It is vey cool that you ae teaching kids to knit. KnitPastis is so right. I remember that Mrs. Haddock taught me to knit at Eagle Rock Elemenary School in about 5th or 6th grade! And I taught you
BUT you have certainly taken it to new heights. I never really have made it past scarves & hats. One of these days you will have to help me make some more complicated items!!