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KNIT YOUR STRESS AWAY | Knitting for beginners, Knitting to relieve stress, Stress Relief Strategies for moms, morning routine, self care, time management, self care mindset
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1 #75 // 5 common mistakes to avoid as a beginner knitter (and maybe even as an advanced beginner) 17:58
Knitting is supposed to be relaxing—but if you’re unknowingly making mistakes that set you up for frustration, it’s easy to think, maybe this just isn’t for me. The truth? You’re not the problem! A few simple tweaks can make all the difference. In this episode, I’m breaking down five of the most common mistakes beginner knitters make—so you can skip the struggle and start knitting with confidence. Plus, I’ll share two free resources to make getting started even easier! What You’ll Learn in This Episode: ✔️ Why dark yarn is NOT your friend as a beginner ✔️ The best needle and yarn size to start with ✔️ How to pick a beginner-friendly first project ✔️ The #1 habit that will make your knitting easier ✔️ Why skipping a gauge swatch can lead to disaster Ready to Start Knitting Without the Guesswork? Grab These Resources! ✨ [ 3 Things You Need to Start Knitting ] – A simple cheatsheet with the exact tools you need (nothing extra!) plus a knitting glossary to keep you from feeling lost. ✨ [ Become a Knitter in 5 Simple Steps ] – A step-by-step guide with video tutorials to walk you through the basics (including fixing mistakes and making a gauge swatch!). Let’s Connect! 📸 Instagram: @theknittingmamas_ 🎉 Join the Facebook community: Beginner Knitters Community If you found this episode helpful, share it on Instagram and tag me @theknittingmamas_—I love seeing what you’re working on! Happy knitting! 🎉…