Hand knitting
form of knitting, in which the knitted fabric is produced by hand using needles
Hand knitting is a form of knitting, in which the knitted fabric is produced by hand using needles.
Types
Flat knitting
Flat knitting involves working back and forth in rows to create a two-dimensional fabric. At the end of each row, the piece is turned and worked across. This technique produces individual fabric panels, which can be used for flat items such as scarves, shawls, dishcloths, blankets, and afghans. A single panel can be joined at the ends to form continuous or circular items like an infinity scarf, a snood scarf, or a knit hat. Multiple panels can be sewn together to construct garments such as sweaters (pullovers or jumpers), combining separate pieces for the back, front, and sleeves.
Flat knitting can be done with straight needles or circular needles.
Circular knitting
Circular knitting (also referred to as "knitting or working in the round") creates a seamless tube of knitted fabric. Knitting is worked in continuous rounds (the equivalent of rows in flat knitting). Circular knitting is used to create pieces that are circular or tube-shaped, such as hats, socks, mittens, sleeves, and entire sweaters.
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