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Hollywood Knitters: Stars That Knit
Do you like to knit? I am very! I enjoy it even when I choose yarn to my favorite model. I love the time when in the evening you can finally take up the knitting needles. You start to knit, and gradually calm down if the day was not the most pleasant. And you will cope with a difficult, intricate pattern, and as if there was no hard day..
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How to tie a napkin for wealth in the house
There is an opinion that knitting is associated with magic. And indeed, the process itself is similar to witchcraft: magical patterns are obtained from a simple thread. And many knitwear was credited with the role of a talisman, the subject of magical rituals. These include a special napkin that “brings” money to the house. Wh..
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Why can not knit for her husband? Signs and superstitions
Knitting for a beloved man is always a pleasure. Thanks to manual work, the thing acquires a special originality and unique look. But there is another opinion, which certainly builds to listen. It is believed that knitting a loved one is not such a good sign . Why? Let's get it right. Who and why forbids knitting for her husband Despite the fact that knitting is a creative process, it is shrouded in various mysterious senses..
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The most profitable types of needlework
Do you have an interesting hobby? Dreaming of finding extra income? Feel free to combine business with pleasure! Indeed, nothing increases self-esteem so much as a worthy reward for creative work. TOP 10 profitable crafts Mankind knows many varieties of applied art. Hand-made crafts will bring real cosiness to the interior of your home, and warm sweaters and original jewelry will please friends and relatives ..
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Why knitters are called hamsters
Cute rodents, funny muzzle cleaning and zealously stuffing cheek bags, are not only related to the natural world! So they call people who are keen on knitting. INTERESTING! Sometimes knitters are compared with spiders, which is not entirely correct: the name of the arthropod was presented not by a knitter, but by a weaver..
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Why winding threads on fingers
Everyone probably saw red threads or laces tied around the wrists of some people. What this means is known to many - it is a charm against damage and the evil eye. But they know less about the thread on the fingers, which is also often found. But those with whom it is tied, did it for a reason! We will tell you what this means..
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What to quickly make an Easter basket from?
An important event for all Christians is approaching - the bright holiday of Easter and the Resurrection of Christ. People are now in anticipation of a night rousing in temples, ceremonial greetings and, of course, all kinds of goodies. All paraphernalia is decorated the day before, Easter cakes are baked, Easter, eggs are painted..
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Types of pockets
Not being the main details of clothing, pockets nevertheless solve both a functional and a decorative task. In this regard, business and evening suits, sportswear, office outfits, clothes for babies and many other items of clothing often include such details as pockets. Functions and types of pockets in clothes The direct function of the pockets allows you to carry various little things in them, for example, money, keys, a phone..
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DIY pocket organizer
Often it’s the little things that spoil the look of the room and it’s the hardest thing to find at the right time. Hairbrushes, rubber bands, screwdrivers, glasses, pens, a remote control from the TV are first in a mess lying in some place, and after cleaning, they neatly lie where it is not clear. If..
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Brioche: how to knit in this technique
Knitting is a fascinating relaxing activity. A variety of techniques, patterns, yarn and various master classes only enhances interest in this type of needlework. Brioche is one of the youngest knitting techniques. Most often, it is used to create spectacular and unusual convex patterns. Features of the brioche technique The basis of a knitted fabric in this technique is the usual English (patent) elastic, but with minor changes..
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Chest pocket
A chest pocket is a very important detail in a men's wardrobe. They put sunglasses, stationery there, you can even fit gloves or decorate with a living flower. The right choice is a real art, so you should definitely pay attention to this detail. What does a breast pocket look like? He does not stand out from others..
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What is a pocket
There are many details that we can see every day, but do not think about their origin and meaning. In the written article, we will consider not only the definition of a pocket, but also find out its history. You should first know what this product is. There are several definitions. So, the dictionary says that this is part of the clothes, presented in the form of a bag for carrying small things, a scarf, money..
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Interesting pockets
Pockets, as we know them today, were not always common when sewing clothes. Only at the end of the Middle Ages money began to be exchanged for goods and services, and there was a need for them. Moreover, the first external ones appeared only towards the end of the 17th century. Since then, pocket design has moved along with clothing design and fashionable pockets, their functionality and convenience have always kept pace with the times..
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Pockets on a locker in kindergarten
Your baby has already grown up enough, and soon the family will receive the long-awaited ticket to kindergarten, and the child will go to learn the world with his peers. For this period of his life, you need to prepare properly. And most importantly, what parents need to do is to ensure a comfortable stay for the child in kindergarten..
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Why pregnant women are better off not knitting: omens and superstition
A woman who knows how to handle knitting needles and yarn will never miss the opportunity to do something for her child with her own hands, even if she has not yet been born. Pregnancy is an excellent period in which the expectant mother can still afford to tinker with threads without haste and fuss..
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Mosaic embroidery rhinestones
Diamond embroidery - a type of needlework, in which the pattern is not embroidered, but laid out. The finished work does not crumble, it looks interesting and voluminous. The effect is created not only due to the shape of the pebbles, but also through the game with light and brilliance. However, to obtain such a canvas, you will have to make a lot of efforts, as well as be careful and master the new craft technology..
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Viving on a knitting machine
Weaving is one of the methods of machine knitting, which is used to form various patterns. The pattern in this case is obtained due to the additional thread laid in the required order along the main canvas. For this, this option is sometimes called a weaving pattern. Work can be performed in a single-color version or using several colors..
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Can I knit on Sunday?
From ancient times, there is a belief that doing business on Sunday is strictly prohibited. This tradition came to the modern world several millennia ago. Russia, which was influenced by the church, forbade any classes on Sundays. Even if they concerned small household chores. Products were prepared the day before and cleaned too..
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How can I replace the overlock?
Edging is an essential sewing process. Its implementation is performed using overlock. Craftswomen are so accustomed to using this equipment that sometimes they don’t know how to refine the edges differently. Unfortunately, some do not have such a machine in their arsenal. What can replace the overlock with? ..
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Knitted plush yarn booties
Plush yarn is an excellent material from which you can make a variety of things yourself. For those who know how to knit, this is a real find, but beginners can try their hand, since such work does not require a lot of experience. For example, you can try knitting plush booties from such yarn. How to do this and what difficulties may arise during the process..
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What is the best yarn for socks?
Have you decided to knit socks or have long been knitting, but do they wear out quickly? It’s solvable, we’ll tell you which yarn is best for lightweight socks and what comes in handy for warm home socks. Perhaps the secret of grandmother’s “eternal” socks remained unsolved. What yarn is better to knit socks? They use..
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How to embroider eyes with a toy thread
Making toys is one of the most popular and common processes in needlework. Self-tailoring allows you to create an original and bright plush friend, which is suitable as a gift or interior decoration. An important element is facial features that help create lively emotions on the face. One of the main components is the eyes, which can be embroidered in several ways..
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How to Knit a Knit Yarn Backpack
Recently, the fashion for small and at the same time roomy backpacks has replaced the usual "shoppers", valise bags and hobos from the wardrobe of many women. If earlier they belonged to sports style and looked most appropriate with jeans and loose-fitting clothes, then today's assortment allows you to choose something suitable for work and for going out..
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Crochet plush yarn booties
Shoes are light slippers that are put on the legs of newborns, and children under the age of one year. In the warm season, light openwork booties perform only a decorative function, while in winter and autumn, sewn from natural fur and leather, protect babies from the cold. In most cases, future mothers knit booties for their children even while they are waiting for their birth..
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DIY thread and nails painting
It’s difficult for a modern person to surprise anyone. And even a picture created using yarn. Who would have thought that a real work of art could be made from such materials. Today we will talk about how to make paintings from nails and yarn for knitting. DIY thread and nails painting A panel of yarn is a substrate made of dense material, on which nails are driven in in a certain arrangement, and a picture is created with the help of threads. ..
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DIY piglet made of thread
According to the Chinese calendar, the pig is a symbol of 2019. She will certainly bring wealth, luck and prosperity. That is why today we will talk about how to make the symbol of the year with your own hands using yarn. General recommendations for creating a piglet from threads How can you make a pig yourself..
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How to knit yarn alize puffy plaid
Not so long ago, the Turkish company Alize pleased us with a pleasant novelty, with which you can knit interesting gizmos even without a hook or knitting needles with your own hands. Yarn is divided into several types, including puffy and soft. It will be about the first of them. You can make the product with knitting needles, based on simple schemes..
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How to sew with a needle and thread manually?
Sewing is a very useful hobby. It helps not only to have an interesting time, but also to create beautiful and useful things with your own hands in the process: clothes, home textiles, toys and much more. The basis of all sewing craft are hand seams. All novice needlewomen are recommended to begin acquaintance with this craft directly from the development of such seams..
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How to hide threads when knitting
Knitting is a favorite hobby for a huge number of people from all over the world. Learning this skill is not so difficult, but the result is beautiful, original, and most importantly - useful hand-made little things. It can be either gifts for loved ones, clothes for personal use, or home decorations..
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Knitting hat made of thick yarn
Products knitted from thick yarn have not lost their relevance for several years. This yarn is suitable for the manufacture of hats, scarves, plaids, clothes or toys. Products from it look stylish and comfortable. And clothes warm even in severe frost. How to use the features of thick yarn when knitting..
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How to make a doll hair from threads
The doll is not only a favorite toy of little girls. Self-creation helps to make an original and bright element of decor, a Christmas tree toy or a handmade gift. An important element in the doll is its hairstyle. When using several options, creating hair for a toy is easy on its own. Features of creating hair from threads for a doll Self-made dolls allows you to create an original and unusual toy that will fully meet the requirements of the child..
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How to Knit Thick Yarn
Yarn is a magnificent material, from which not only beautiful and original, but also very warm knitted things are obtained. They are always relevant, as they have a significant number of advantages and are especially popular in the cold season. Knitting is also quite common as a hobby, because handmade things are the best gift..
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What to crochet from the rest of the yarn?
Many lovers of knitting sooner or later face the fact that there are a lot of residues from various skeins of yarn. After all, when there is little left of the tangle, this is too little to tie something else, but it is a pity to throw it away. Indeed, throwing away the rest of the yarn is not worth it at all, because from them you can create many interesting things..
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How to make a hanging cradle from knitted yarn
Make the perfect first bed for your baby with this great idea. Thus, your child will have a place to sleep anywhere in the house or when traveling to grandparents or friends. They are also good as a gift. How to make a hanging cradle from knitted yarn: features To make a cradle, you first need to determine the material..
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How much yarn is needed for women's mittens with knitting needles
Fortunately, most crochet patterns contain a list of materials, including how many skeins of yarn will be needed to complete the project. However, sometimes we have to ask a question: how much yarn do I need? These crochet project planning tips will help you determine the average sizes needed for each type of popular crochet project squares, men's and women's gloves, kitchen towels, hats, socks, scarves, scarves, ponchos, sweaters, and baby blankets..
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How to dissolve a felted wool
Very often, housewives are faced with an unpleasant situation: after inaccurate washing or long wear, the knitted woolen item “fails”. Its original elegant appearance is lost, and the wool in some places sometimes falls down to the state of felt. You can, of course, throw such a thing or cut into rags. So..
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Black thread on the wrist what does it mean
Since ancient times, people believed that there are forces on earth that can change their lives for the better. Particular attention was paid to objects that, after conducting special rituals on them and reading certain words, were endowed with magical properties and could protect from misfortune or bring good luck to their owner..
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How much yarn do you need for snood?
Unusual element of women's wardrobe scarf "snood". Its popularity is easily explained, it can be worn as an elongated scarf and, if necessary, worn on the head. The ease of knitting, since intricate patterns are rarely used, attract even beginner knitters. But how much yarn to buy for "snud", what kind of yarn to choose, the optimal length and width of the product, we will analyze in this article..
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What to knit from melange yarn with knitting needles?
The French word "melange" is translated as "mixture." This is a yarn that combines many colors , so that the products are very interesting and attractive. Finished products from melange yarn resemble natural fabrics or tweed, different shades used in threads help to achieve this effect..
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DIY yarn doll
In Russia, dolls made of yarn were made as a talisman: for good luck or for protection from dark forces. Now it is possible to make such a toy in order to spend time with the child, teach him needlework or show that things can be produced independently. This craft will be useful for needlewomen, because it will help get rid of the accumulation of knitting yarn, if there are a lot of pieces unsuitable for large items..