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As the giving season approaches, why not consider the gift of teaching your little ones to knit? Sturdy, colourful needles parcelled up with fun yarn from your stash might at first seem like an unexciting gift, but the kids will soon find out what a gas it is to actually make something with it. So here's a question from my Ask Jean archive to help you get them interested.
Q I’ve always loved knitting but neither of my daughters share my passion. I now have a grand-daughter, Chloe, who’s nearly eight and would like to pass on the craft to her. Can you suggest projects which would be suitable for an eight-year-old? Charlotte Morris, Morecambe A Make it fun, quick and attractive and I don’t think you’ll go far wrong. Colourful, interesting fibres and quick and easy knits are what’s needed. Scarves, hats, beanbags, lavender bags, washcloths and simple toys, can all be made using plain or striped garter stitch, which has the bonus that the edges don’t roll.
Knitting rhymes are a fun …
Q I’ve always loved knitting but neither of my daughters share my passion. I now have a grand-daughter, Chloe, who’s nearly eight and would like to pass on the craft to her. Can you suggest projects which would be suitable for an eight-year-old? Charlotte Morris, Morecambe A Make it fun, quick and attractive and I don’t think you’ll go far wrong. Colourful, interesting fibres and quick and easy knits are what’s needed. Scarves, hats, beanbags, lavender bags, washcloths and simple toys, can all be made using plain or striped garter stitch, which has the bonus that the edges don’t roll.
Knitting rhymes are a fun …