Anybody into knitting here?

I am just a beginner here!

I dont even hv the proper equipment, basically this is what i am using atm.

A pair of satay stick and plastic bags cut into strings, 100% recycled content Actually I was studying on methods about recycling and this is one interesting way to utilize your plastic bag.

Did some learning and experiment and this is the product:



My goal is to make sth like this but I am still struggling to understand the instruction...

u may go to MPH or POPULAR to buy some book learning .
u just now really understand using the method only.
If u want learn more u can go to any shopping mall.
they teach as free is ur BUY yarn with them...
good luck.

Ahaha...I'm so lazy with my knitting. I cut my bag half way and trn it into table cloth instead. Got good websites actually for pattern and beginners guide. Good Luck to those trying.

I want to learn knitting too! I like playing around with strings and wool and ribbons and the whole lot. Just havent figured out how to actually knit. Can I learn here? Pwetty please... ^^ Maybe I can knit a jumper to keep my bf warm. Hehe

Hi there! Actually, what you did there is not called knitting, its crochet. Crochet is like one-handed knitting, I do that pretty well Knitting uses two long 'needles' while crochet uses a single hook.

I'd like to teach myself to knit too, but not very successfully. Mainly because I crochet better than I knit, and knitting usually is for clothes. I'd prefer to use natural fibers like wool or cotton but those can be very expensive! If you're looking for books, you might find it helpful to find a book with colored photos as it will be easier to understand what they're trying to say.

I'm just starting to learn how to crochet. I don't think I can ever learn how to knit, it's too complicated.

Crochet is much easier and more to fun to me.

Hmm...my knitting is okay and I can forward the tutorials to those interested. I'm learning how to crochet but first gotta get the needle. I'm selling my knitting needle in my thread btw.

hello everybody.. im a beginner of knitting..

i bought some knitting books too.. but for a jobless fella like me, i can't afford buying yarn T^T
if u come across any knitting shop can pls tell me?
i knew the sungai wang 1, but it's quite far from me

i wanna learn crochet too

Kitsune, what needles are u selling? can give me the link to ur thread? thanks

This post has been edited by VincC454: Oct 13 2009, 02:13 PM

May i ask where do you guys usually buy the hook? I cant seem to find it anywhere..

Hi Erickk, Im new in this forum & I also jz started to crochet. U can find the hook at Petaling Street. The shop name "Macy" Hope this info may help u up.

anyone out there knows where o buy cheap yarn fo knitting.I'm a beginner.Prbably around one uama aea.tnx

Hi..hi..i'm new to knitting too..Juz bought a book on knitting from borders..does any1 know where to get cheap knitting needles and yarn in KL or shah alam?

Here's a list (taken from http://knit.lifeinkl.com/yarn-stores/)

Lily Handicraft

G098, 1st Floor, Sungai Wang Plaza,
Jalan Bukit Bintang,
55100 Kuala Lumpur.
Tel: 03-21483298

F-27, 1st Floor, Subang Parade,
5, Jalan SS16/1, Subang Jaya,
47500 Petaling Jaya.
Tel: 03-56339603
Fax: 03-56346273

Website: http://www.lilyhandicraft.com.my

Adeline Fashion and Handicraft

Lot L3-11, 3rd Floor, Amcorp Mall,
No. 18, Persiaran Barat, Off Jalan Timur,
46200 Petaling Jaya.
Tel: 03-79543461
H/P: 012-2051808

Jet Sun Handicraft Center

LG 041, Lower Ground Floor,
Sungai Wang Plaza,
50250 Kuala Lumpur
Tel: 03-21445567
Fax: 03-21445567
H/P: 012-6668773
Email: jetsunhd@yahoo.com

Mayfair Handicraft

29, Jalan USJ 10/E,
Taipan Triangle,
47620 UEP Subang Jaya.
Tel: 03-56334563
Fax: 03-56334563
Website: http://www.maycraft.com.my

LNY Handicraft & Souvenir Gift Shop

1.0.12, Ground Floor, Pearl Point Shopping Complex,
5th Mile, Jalan Klang Lama,
58200 Kuala Lumpur.
H/P: 012-3221607
H/P: 016-6373236

Kam Seng Handicraft Centre

U-B4, Jalan Landak, Pudu Plaza,
Pudu, 55100 Kuala Lumpur.
Tel: 03-21420859
H/P: 012-2542010

Haby & Wools

Lot 316 & 317, 2nd Floor,
Ampang Park Shopping Complex,
Jalan Ampang,
50450 Kuala Lumpur.
Tel: 03-21615346
Fax: 03-27157217
Email: habylee@pd.jaring.my
Website: www.haby-wools.com

Mayfa Wool

1.65, 1st floor,
Endah Parade,
Sri Petaling
Tel: 03-95430538
H/P: 012-6321113
Ms.Kim


I've personally visited Lily Handicraft and also Jet Sun Handicraft, both in Sungei Wang Plaza. Both are very helpful and friendly. The cost for knitting needle varies according to sizes and also material. If you just want to start out and don't want to spend too much, pick the metal (aluminum) needles. They cost around RM 10 per pair. If you prefer, there's also the bamboo version. Pick that if you have more moolah . They cost around RM 20 to RM 30 per pair.

For yarns, they also varies according to the material and quality. The cheapest one and available in abundance is acrylic. A bit rough on texture. Range from RM 1 to RM 10 per ball. Other types of material also available. For example a ball of wool yarn i bought cost me RM 28. *Shudder* Again, if you are just starting out, pick a good quality acrylic. It's cheap, but it's a good starting material.

Happy knitting!

is there any classes ?

Actually you can bring your desired work and design of your choice, get the materials from the store and they will teach u for free. That's why it costs more to buy the yarns and needles. I hardly buy from Lily at Subang Parade coz they are too pricey for me coz I learned from books and it's more like a practice and try to figure them out. I'm still learning though.

If you are from KL you can actually head down to PJ Oldtown and there's a shop selling all kinds of handicrafts called 'Sin Wah', it's beside Mc'donalds. Been buying from them for more than 10 yrs. They have everything and they are the cheapest [buy more and get more discounts]

Hi Erickk. I just started selling some yarns and crochet hooks. You can check it out at Muhaz. The store is located in Subang Jaya. Right now, I'm only selling Nona yarns and Tulip double hook 3.0-4.0. It's not much but it's a good start for beginners.

You can also get some hooks from Daiso. They also have them in bamboo and everything there cost RM 5. They also have a good selection of yarns.

Does anyone sell Nyan Cat plushie or is interested to make one?

Hi, does anyone know where can i buy the fluffy ball that can be sew on to a knitted project?

This is just a random question, but I wonder, how small can one knit, say, a blouse/shirt for a doll/toy?