Knit-Ready: Knitting Must Haves for Beginners

Whether you are planning to create a personalized gift for a loved one, or you are planning to venture into a new hobby, knitting could be the answer.

Knitting is an activity that may sound simple to some, but, in reality, is something that requires patience and practice.

For beginners, there are books, patterns, or materials that could be a big help in the knitting escapade.

Amazon offers some of this stuff. Here are the best-sellers for 2020:

Spice Box Introduction to Knitting

Spice Box Introduction to Knitting
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This book contains the guidelines and introduction to knitting. It has the essential techniques a beginner in knitting should know.

Aside from the instruction book itself, it also contains yarn and knitting needles. 

It has been rated 4 out of 5 stars in Amazon.

Boye Learn to Knit Arts and Crafts Kit with Patterns and Supplies

Boye Learn to Knit Arts and Crafts Kit with Patterns and Supplies
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This knitting set is also a good one for those who are just starting with knitting.

The set includes:

(1) pair of knitting needles,

(1) yarn needle,

(1) tape measure,

(1) pom maker,

(1) large spool of yarn,

(1) storage pouch, and

an instruction booklet.

The yarn measures 120 yards, and the needle is a size 8. The instruction booklet is complete with instructions on how to create five different items like bags and scarves, although the 120 yards of yarn will not be enough to finish all the projects so that additional yarn may be needed.

This set is a comprehensive approach to learning knitting skills and techniques for beginners. 

Knitting Book & Kit by Sterling

Knitting Book & Kit by Sterling
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This kit contains a 64-page full color of the instruction guide. This guide is edited by KnitSimple, a best-selling magazine that knitting enthusiasts patronize.

The guide is designed for beginners and even those who already have experience in knitting. It also features 17 projects. The instructions in the book are precise and clear.

Aside from the book, this kit also includes hand-knit garments, long bamboo knitting needle, long cable pin, and 2 hanks of yarn.

Designer Stitch Happy Knitting Starter Kit: 20 Piece Knitting Kit for Beginners & 7 Pocket Yarn Bag, Signature Yarn Storage

Designer Stitch Happy Knitting Starter Kit: 20 Piece Knitting Kit for Beginners & 7 Pocket Yarn Bag, Signature Yarn Storage
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This knitting set includes:

  • scissors
  • tape measure
  • needle gauge
  • needle caps
  • tapestry needles
  • digital row counter
  • stitch markers
  • knitting needles
  • knitting bag

The designer yarn storage measures 13 inches by 10.5 inches and can store up to 9 skeins. This bag is perfect to make sure that the knitting is clutter-free.

Because of the easy-carry strap of the bag, this knitting set is good for traveling.

The bag comes in different colors:

  • sunshine
  • chocolate
  • cobalt
  • fuchsia
  • gray
  • light green
  • lilac
  • orange
  • pink
  • red
  • light blue

DIY Vest Knitting KIT by ARTE WEAR

DIY Vest Knitting KIT by ARTE WEAR
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This knitting set includes bamboo knitting needles and a knitter's supply bag with all-natural cotton yarn. 

It also comes with instructions that are clear and easy to follow. 

Customers who purchased the product found good value for their money. That is because, as new knitters, they were already able to make items by just following the instructions provided by the kit. 

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