- Materials needed: 16’ circular needles, tape measurer, yarn, regular 10mm needles.
- How to knit a basic beanie:
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V-QXH1sgU4w
- 2 basic stitches:
- knit stitch:
under the yarn.
- Perl Stitch:
Over the yarn.
- Cast on
Begin stitch.
Fun facts about knitting:
- Knitting has shown to be able to reduce stress, depression, anxiety, addiction, eating disorders, etc.
- Anecdotal evidence strongly suggests that knitting can induce a form of meditation very similar to mindfulness.
- Rhythmical, repetitive motions of knitting could enhance release of serotonin (hormone that regulates mood, learning and sleep.
