Most weaving in current time is done in foreign countries, but many people in our country also enjoy weaving as a hobby and sometimes as a source of income. Navajo rugs and wall hangings are a beautiful addition to many homes, and Indian women are talented at creating colorful Southwestern designs.

Portable looms are also available which can be set up on a table for use, and they can be folded and taken along to weaving classes quite easily. If you have an interest in learning to weave, your first decision will be what type of loom to buy. You will need to think about what you are interested in weaving and how big a piece, whether it is tapestry, fabric or rugs. A table loom is cheaper and can be moved easily, but since it is operated by hand your speed will be slower. The weaving possibilities are limited but it is a good first loom and can be used for small projects if a larger loom is purchased later.

Making some fun and fashionable clothing or scarves takes away the normal same old boring clothes and scarves all you need to do to change the same old projects is adding some fringe. These scarves are going to add some funky fringe with the multiple layers and still offer that cozy warmth around the neck. You only need to find some soft and warm fleece fabric in order to keep the pour favorite person warm. Adding in your favorite colors or the person’s favorite colors is another good option to add to the scarf.

Are you making a garment and following a pattern? If so, then you need the size needle that will give you the correct number of stitches per inch (gauge) so the garment will fit correctly.

If you are just learning to knit, then a size eight is a good size to use with worsted weight yarn in a light color. This combination will help the beginner see each stitch easily; makes the needles easy to handle and the worsted weight yarn will fit the needles nicely.

When you are knitting socks, lace shawls or lacy fingerless mitts, then you will need a smaller needle to match the yarn. You need small sized needles, usually sizes zero to three, when knitting socks in sock-weight yarn to have a dense enough fabric that will wear well.

When you are using bulky yarn, the needle size should increase to at least a size ten and often up to a size 17. Of course, a large needle and a bulky yarn mean a quick project.

There is no one correct answer to the perfect sized needle for the experienced knitter but probably the best needle size to learn with is a size eight.

Sometimes you may not be able to dedicate your time on bigger projects. When this is the case, there are much smaller trinkets you could try to create. These small creations take up less time, but are still a great way for you to hone your weaving skills.

Miniature baskets are great to weave. They can be created in many different shapes and forms, and can be used for storing coins, keys, and other small items. Other items like a tote bag, change purse, key rings, coasters, and hair scrunchies also make for great projects to try out.

If you’re a little more experienced, try incorporating designs into your work. Small wall and door decorations are also great for weavers who wish to work on creating unique designs.

These are just ideas to get your mind moving in the right direction. With a little imagination and creativity, there is no limit to what you can weave.

A hat worked in the round on 16-inch circular needles ( would require using Double Point Needles DPNs to complete the crown) or knit flat is often a great take-along project.This/tag helps explain it more. Many hats patterns are easy to memorize.