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i use a loom to knit because i just dont have the patience to do it one stitch at a time. does anyone else use a loom, what are some projects youve made and do you have any ideas for new projects? im running out of ideas
 
     
 
I don't use a loom a lot but I don't blame you about those stinking needles... *makes frowny face at pile of yarn*
The only things I've done so far (or started, not necessarily finished) on a loom were blankets (get the big one!) and scarves but with some work you can probably use them to make sweaters and such too. Haven't tried it (I'm an impatient soul which is why I bought speed stix (size 50 needles... they're awesome!))
     

using a loom is cheating! (i dont blame you though, its a great idea.)
when i made a scarf with size fifty needles, i finished in about 5 min and had a lot of yarn left. it was really skinny but i recomend it. nice and easy. heart
 
     

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Needles aren't so bad! just takes a bit of gettin' into the groove... go read a "how-to"..
     
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I prefer needles.

Even though I've never really tried knitting with a loom. I've seen it done though,
 
     
 
Oh! I'm a huge fan of beanie hats. I knit them all the time! I have like four or five. You should try some. :3
     
Join my city? It's in the Mediterranean!

The loom is a revised idea that dated back to Medieval times and before.
If you see:
Mary Thomas's Knitting Book, and
Mary Thomas's Book of Knitting Patterns; you'll find some fine ideas & info.
For a website:
http://www.craftstylish.com/knitting
http://www.interweave.com/default.asp
...The membership is Free, there's tons of free patterns and lotsa nice info.
Lastly, I often seek :
http://www.knitty.com {Sign up for newsletter is optional}
Free patterns, ideas, info and more!
I'm guessing one will get you stitching/loom knitting if you so fancy.
Best wishes to you on your projects!
 
     

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