Ideas for Knitting

Linus · 11-08-2009, 11:37 AM

Ok. So, the rest of the world thinks that knitting isn't very "manly" but I've been pondering it as a way to make gifts, be a little bit more frugal and something to pass the time. I was thinking of getting "Son of Stitch'n'Bitch" and perhaps making K a nice big sweater (she likes big, bulky stuff) for her birthday.

If you're "guy/butch" was to make you something knitted, what would you want? Sweater? Blanket? iPod cozy?

Diva · 11-08-2009, 12:04 PM

Linus, I think this is wonderful!!! At first, I thought You were just trying to reel Merrick in!

But this is great....and, while I have never HAD an iPod cozy <smile> I would be charmed to the nth degree to receive one from my Guy.....if I HAD a Guy....how sweet is THIS!

You go on with Your bad knitting self now!

~Diva

Lady Jewel · 11-08-2009, 12:28 PM

Linus, if my guy were to make me ANYTHING...I would love it just for the fact that he crafted with his own hands with me in mind.

Warmly,
Jewel

Bit · 11-08-2009, 06:40 PM

Hi Linus!! What a grand idea!

Well Nick's not my guy, but he crocheted me a hat which I ADORE--it's made from really soft bamboo yarn in a colorway called Rose Camo and looks kinda like an impressionist painting of the miniature wild roses you see at the beach, all shades of rose and green together--and then, THEN, he taught ME to knit! *big grin*

I think if Gryph were to make me anything, I would probably want it to be smaller like the hat, maybe a scarf or something, because I like being able to wear the love but I think making a sweater might drive him crazy. *grin*

Andrew, Jr. · 11-08-2009, 06:57 PM

Linus,

I had someone knit me a cigar holder. I am not kidding. It was fabulous. I used it until I wore it out, and the bottom fell apart. I took it everywhere with me, and used it like a cigar case.

Another idea would be to make kleenex box holders. Maybe if you can learn to sew/knit in their initial or a symbol of something they enjoy (like a sailboat, a tennis racket, a lacross stick, a football, etc.).

I think it is good to have a hobby to keep your mind active. There is nothing wrong with that.

Andrew

Arwen · 11-09-2009, 11:38 PM

Little brother, if Rosie Grier can needlepoint, you can knit to your heart's content. I would be amazingly touched if someone took the time to knit me a sweater, crochet me a blanket, any of that. Gender/label/id....who cares! The idea that anyone would take that time would be what counted.

I have a little ceramic heart I got from Diva a year or so ago. I treasure it. Not just because it is incredibly artistic, but because it was made and given with love. It was one of the first things I unpacked and put out today.

That's what counts in the end. Love.

Andrew, Jr. · 11-10-2009, 07:52 AM

Arwen, thank you for that post. It was so well said.

Arwen · 11-13-2009, 09:18 AM

Are you familiar with Lion Brand yarn? They have a newsletter that offers free patterns among other things. I have a ton of their free patterns saved--not that I've actually WORKED on any of them.

Pixie is a crocheter and I am going to get her to help me learn more. I have found the huge granny squares that I've been working on for a blanket. I'm going to start on that again.

I love granny squares but I have to reteach myself how to do them EVERY TIME. sigh.

So Linus, can this thread be about knitting and crocheting and tatting and all those fun fiber arts or should we start one for that specifically?

http://www.lionbrand.com by the way!

Linus · 11-13-2009, 09:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Arwen

So Linus, can this thread be about knitting and crocheting and tatting and all those fun fiber arts or should we start one for that specifically?

http://www.lionbrand.com by the way!

By all means, use this as a knitting thread.

If we all share, then we all benefit.

Novelafemme · 11-13-2009, 10:11 AM

I just taught myself how to knit over the weekend

I have always crochet but had always struggled with knitting. Now I CANT STOP!!

I love it

MsMerrick · 11-13-2009, 06:26 PM

Linus my dear, should you wish to learn to knit, do drop by our Queer Knitting Circle, Monday nights ..

I'll do some thread somewhere with details, and sned you an invite on FB

Arwen · 11-14-2009, 10:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MsMerrick

Linus my dear, should you wish to learn to knit, do drop by our Queer Knitting Circle, Monday nights ..

I'll do some thread somewhere with details, and sned you an invite on FB

And look what the cat drug in! Hey Merrick!

Fancy meeting you here! I knew the knitting thread would get you. hee

Hudson · 11-14-2009, 10:07 PM

a penis cozy

Kast · 11-14-2009, 10:21 PM

yawn........

MsMerrick · 11-15-2009, 06:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Ben-Her

a penis cozy

The crochet patterns I've seen, have been a tad better than the knitting ones, but.. Knit on

MsMerrick · 11-15-2009, 06:59 AM

Let's see if I can do this right.
Should you be in NYC, or visiting, and wish to hang out with some Queer Knitters, please do drop by our weekly Stitch n Bitch ..
Specifics here

Linus · 11-15-2009, 08:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MsMerrick

Let's see if I can do this right.
Should you be in NYC, or visiting, and wish to hang out with some Queer Knitters, please do drop by our weekly Stitch n Bitch ..
Specifics here

I'll have to try in the new year.

And even then it'll be iffy. Sigh.

Crone · 11-24-2009, 05:28 PM

I've started knitting with those round or oblong plastic knitting looms by Provo Craft (Knifty).

They're fun, easy to work with and it takes the worry out of knitting because you don't really have to count.

I've made two baby beanies, and a couple of scarves and a lap pad.

Any other Knifty loomers?

Crone : )

Wryly · 12-03-2009, 01:24 AM

Linus -
I have that S&B book. I haven't actually used it so if you'd like I can send it to you - - or give it to you when you're up this way.

Linus · 12-03-2009, 07:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Wryly

Linus -
I have that S&B book. I haven't actually used it so if you'd like I can send it to you - - or give it to you when you're up this way.

Rats! Wish you had told me earlier.. I already got one. Ah well.. you could always sell it on Queerbay

11-08-2009, 11:37 AM	#1
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11-09-2009, 11:38 PM	#6
Arwen Joy Seeker How Do You Identify?: Smartly-Flavored Preferred Pronoun?: Goddess Relationship Status: Mrs. Syzygy 1/9/14 Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Joyville, NM (aka Land of Enchantment) Posts: 10,140 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 13,636 Thanked 28,107 Times in 6,411 Posts Rep Power: 21474863	Little brother, if Rosie Grier can needlepoint, you can knit to your heart's content. I would be amazingly touched if someone took the time to knit me a sweater, crochet me a blanket, any of that. Gender/label/id....who cares! The idea that anyone would take that time would be what counted. I have a little ceramic heart I got from Diva a year or so ago. I treasure it. Not just because it is incredibly artistic, but because it was made and given with love. It was one of the first things I unpacked and put out today. That's what counts in the end. Love. __________________ I wrote a book, y'all! *FREE* Tarotscopes Seek Joy, y'all. Eschew hate. 9Words: A Poetry Challenge \| Do you like me?

11-13-2009, 09:18 AM	#8
Arwen Joy Seeker How Do You Identify?: Smartly-Flavored Preferred Pronoun?: Goddess Relationship Status: Mrs. Syzygy 1/9/14 Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Joyville, NM (aka Land of Enchantment) Posts: 10,140 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 13,636 Thanked 28,107 Times in 6,411 Posts Rep Power: 21474863	Are you familiar with Lion Brand yarn? They have a newsletter that offers free patterns among other things. I have a ton of their free patterns saved--not that I've actually WORKED on any of them. Pixie is a crocheter and I am going to get her to help me learn more. I have found the huge granny squares that I've been working on for a blanket. I'm going to start on that again. I love granny squares but I have to reteach myself how to do them EVERY TIME. sigh. So Linus, can this thread be about knitting and crocheting and tatting and all those fun fiber arts or should we start one for that specifically? http://www.lionbrand.com by the way! __________________ I wrote a book, y'all! *FREE* Tarotscopes Seek Joy, y'all. Eschew hate. 9Words: A Poetry Challenge \| Do you like me?

11-15-2009, 06:59 AM	#16
MsMerrick Member How Do You Identify?: Queer Feminist Femme.... Preferred Pronoun?: She Relationship Status: Single and Singular.... Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: New York City.... Posts: 277 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 855 Thanked 646 Times in 166 Posts Rep Power: 4638166	Let's see if I can do this right. Should you be in NYC, or visiting, and wish to hang out with some Queer Knitters, please do drop by our weekly Stitch n Bitch .. Specifics here Last edited by Linus; 11-15-2009 at 08:06 AM. Reason: Corrected the URL.

11-24-2009, 05:28 PM	#18
Crone Junior Member How Do You Identify?: Lesbian Preferred Pronoun?: Yours, Mine, Ours? Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: USA Posts: 8 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 2 Thanked 3 Times in 2 Posts Rep Power: 0	Loom knitting I've started knitting with those round or oblong plastic knitting looms by Provo Craft (Knifty). They're fun, easy to work with and it takes the worry out of knitting because you don't really have to count. I've made two baby beanies, and a couple of scarves and a lap pad. Any other Knifty loomers? Crone : )

11-08-2009, 12:04 PM	#2
Diva Timed Out How Do You Identify?: Diva Preferred Pronoun?: Diva Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Chez Diva Posts: 11,879 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 9,263 Thanked 17,175 Times in 5,239 Posts Rep Power: 0	Linus, I think this is wonderful!!! At first, I thought You were just trying to reel Merrick in! But this is great....and, while I have never HAD an iPod cozy <smile> I would be charmed to the nth degree to receive one from my Guy.....if I HAD a Guy....how sweet is THIS! You go on with Your bad knitting self now! ~Diva

11-08-2009, 12:28 PM	#3
Lady Jewel Member How Do You Identify?: * Preferred Pronoun?: * Relationship Status: * Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: * Posts: 298 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 120 Thanked 322 Times in 124 Posts Rep Power: 791	Linus, if my guy were to make me ANYTHING...I would love it just for the fact that he crafted with his own hands with me in mind. Warmly, Jewel

11-08-2009, 06:40 PM	#4
Bit Senior Member How Do You Identify?: Stonefemme Relationship Status: married to Gryph Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Wichita, KS Posts: 2,177 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 1,126 Thanked 3,770 Times in 1,264 Posts Rep Power: 10778870	Hi Linus!! What a grand idea! Well Nick's not my guy, but he crocheted me a hat which I ADORE--it's made from really soft bamboo yarn in a colorway called Rose Camo and looks kinda like an impressionist painting of the miniature wild roses you see at the beach, all shades of rose and green together--and then, THEN, he taught ME to knit! big grin I think if Gryph were to make me anything, I would probably want it to be smaller like the hat, maybe a scarf or something, because I like being able to wear the love but I think making a sweater might drive him crazy. grin

11-08-2009, 06:57 PM	#5
Andrew, Jr. Timed Out How Do You Identify?: Me Preferred Pronoun?: He Relationship Status: Unavailable Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Over the Rainbow in a House Posts: 5,072 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 16,004 Thanked 5,249 Times in 2,216 Posts Rep Power: 0	Linus, I had someone knit me a cigar holder. I am not kidding. It was fabulous. I used it until I wore it out, and the bottom fell apart. I took it everywhere with me, and used it like a cigar case. Another idea would be to make kleenex box holders. Maybe if you can learn to sew/knit in their initial or a symbol of something they enjoy (like a sailboat, a tennis racket, a lacross stick, a football, etc.). I think it is good to have a hobby to keep your mind active. There is nothing wrong with that. Andrew

11-10-2009, 07:52 AM	#7
Andrew, Jr. Timed Out How Do You Identify?: Me Preferred Pronoun?: He Relationship Status: Unavailable Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Over the Rainbow in a House Posts: 5,072 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 16,004 Thanked 5,249 Times in 2,216 Posts Rep Power: 0	Arwen, thank you for that post. It was so well said.

11-13-2009, 10:11 AM	#10
Novelafemme Timed Out - TOS Drama How Do You Identify?: ........ Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: ........ Posts: 2,402 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 4,981 Thanked 8,925 Times in 1,834 Posts Rep Power: 0	I just taught myself how to knit over the weekend I have always crochet but had always struggled with knitting. Now I CANT STOP!! I love it

11-13-2009, 06:26 PM	#11
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11-14-2009, 10:07 PM	#13
Hudson Member How Do You Identify?: FTM Preferred Pronoun?: He/Him Relationship Status: Truth is stranger than fiction. Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Atlanta, Georgia Posts: 434 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 160 Thanked 574 Times in 210 Posts Rep Power: 365377	a penis cozy

11-14-2009, 10:21 PM	#14
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12-03-2009, 01:24 AM	#19
Wryly Member How Do You Identify?: bemused butch Preferred Pronoun?: polite ones, please Relationship Status: single butch Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: my little butch house Posts: 988 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 2,789 Thanked 1,568 Times in 620 Posts Rep Power: 14094254	Linus - I have that S&B book. I haven't actually used it so if you'd like I can send it to you - - or give it to you when you're up this way.