Learning to knit

I have decided to add another craft hobby to my repertoire. I have decided to attempt to learn how to knit. I already know how to crochet, thanks to my cousin Stephanie. She introduced me to crocheting about 15 years ago when I was 11. So I went to Michael's craft store and bought a kit, "I taught myself knitting" by the Boye Company. It came with a book, to sets of knitting needles, a cable hook, and a couple of other items that one might need when they are knitting. I like the idea of this package because I wouldn't have known that I needed some of the items that were in it. For the most part the instructions are very easy to follow. One thing I was confused on was the purl stitch. So I went on line and did a search for knitting videos. I came across an awesome site, that has tons of videos on how to do all different types of stitches. Now I can do the purl stitch!! This site is http://www.knittinghelp.com There videos show both the English style and continental style types of knitting. They also have forums that you can speak to other knitters about knitting stuff.

For now I have just been practicing the different stitches to make sure I get them perfect before I start an actual project. My friend Amy and I, are planning on having our little crochet and knitting club to help pass the time, while we are deployed. I already have a list of things I am going to attempt to make, while I am deployed. Baby blankets, baby clothes, mittens, scarfs, shawls. I'll post some pictures as the time comes along.