Getting Back to the Basics
I was recently invited to participate in a gathering of aspiring knitters and crocheters. The idea was that experienced knitters and crocheters would share their skills and knowledge with people wanting to learn. I was immediately hooked (pun intended) and started cooking up a couple of basic projects for first time knitters. Given that Christmas is closer than we think, I considered a couple of simple projects using garter stitch rectangles that could become holiday gifts. I pulled out some worsted weight cotton yarn from my stash and got working on the possibilities. The two simple patterns below are the results. They are an evening's knitting for more experienced knitters and will provide quick results to those giving knitting a try for the first time. Garter Stitch Bath Mitten For years, I used one of those awful plastic poufs in the shower. As it started to look ratty after many years of use, I decided to make myself a bath mit...
