I Taught Myself Knitting Beginners Kit
by Boye
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Tools and Hardware Reviews of I Taught Myself Knitting Beginners Kit
Customer Review: Tried and true teaching method
Summary: 5 Stars
I used the I Taught Myself Crochet kit when learning to crochet. Wanted to learn to knit, figured this was a tried and true method. It is. Within 10 minutes of looking at the images and reading instructions, I was knitting without the aid of the book. Would definitely recommend to a first-time knitter. Also takes the guesswork out of buying products you'd need.Customer Review: Get started knitting
Summary: 5 Stars
The book has many patterns and 'how to' drawings for first time knitters. Learn the basics and see some beautiful items the novice can complete. The accessories included in the kit, make completing patterns much easier.Customer Review: Basic Tool Kit, Book
Summary: 4 Stars
Not a bad price whether purchased in craft stores or online, this basic kit from needle maker Boye has all the basic stuff a knitter just learning the craft will need:
A pattern book w/intructions
2 pairs of metal knitting needles (size 6 and 8)
1 metal cable stitch needle
1 metal stitch holder
1 plastic stitch guage/mini ruler
1 pair of rubber knitting needle point protectors
2 plastic yarn needles
a set of plastic stitch markers/rings
a plastic knitting tally, aka stitch counter
I paid less for the kit than if purchasing each item separately.
The book has some black and white and some color photos, basic instructions, and approximately 20 patterns for wearable/usable items. I like the fur-edged sweater, particularly---but it is a starter book, and you may want or need more help to master some stitches.
For example, I had no trouble casting on, or knitting and purling, using these instructions, but needed more help for making a cable. I used free tutorials and links to videos I found at several online craft websites (Joannes, Michaels, Knitty, Hobby Lobby, etc), for that. Sometimes seeing IS believing.
I've crocheted and loom knitted (rake knitted) for years, and attempted to learn to knit before, too, but sometimes I read things over and over--and over---and just can not visualize what is meant. I was flummoxed by "toward the front of the work" and "as if for purling" in the same sentence. Then I saw a cable being knit by someone else and it smacked me right in the face. I said, "Of course, that's what they mean!"
The book might not be basic enough for some beginners, and some of the patterns are more challenging and suited to an advanced beginner, rather than a brand-new knitter. For truly visual learners, there are some great books and dvds out there in the Teach Yourself Visually series, which better show you in step-by step pictures, how to learn this craft. But the dvd by itself in that series retails for twice the price of this kit, so I think this is a good value.
I made two cabled pincushions out of my practice pieces, which I stuffed with steel wool to keep the pins sharp, the very first day. I guess an old dog CAN learn new tricks.
Customer Review: Good value for BEGINNER.
Summary: 4 Stars
I wanted to learn how to knit. I had no experience, knowledge, or supplies. I got this kit for 40% off $11 @ H-o-b-b-y L-o-b-b-y with a coupon. It was an exceptional value, and I JUST sat down about an hour ago with it and I have completed the first row of practice stiches a few times, by using the included book. I'm also left-handed, it's awesome that this book has a left-handed section.
I wouldn't pay $15 for it, but even then it still seems like a decent price. I'd say for what I paid, I got an exceptional value! I would highly recommend this to someone who knows nothing bt wants to learn, it worked for me! I will get the Crocheting one at some point as well, using another coupon at the store!
Customer Review: Good Basic Kit
Summary: 4 Stars
I used the tools in this kit to learn how to knit. For the most part, I was able to use the instruction book to learn. I did utilize web videos as well, but the illustrations in the book are clear and useful to tell how the yarn should be placed. As far as all the tools that the kit includes, I am still a bit unsure how to use them, though it doesn't seem like you really need them all in the beginning. Overall this kit, the internet, and some yarn can essentially get you started.