Fix Your Scary Knitting Mistakes!
Fix Your Scary Knitting Mistakes! DVD VIDEO EDUCATIONAL learn knit techniques!
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Lyons Productions
2010
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FIX YOUR SCARY KNITTING MISTAKES!
An Instructional Video by Martha Lyons
Martha Lyons is a highly experienced knitwear designer and instructor who has been sharing her passion for knitting in Southern California since 2002. With over two decades of knitting expertise, beginning at the young age of 12, Martha has honed her skills not only in creating beautiful knit pieces but also in teaching others to navigate the common frustrations and pitfalls of knitting. Her warm and encouraging approach is summed up in her favorite motto: "Don't be scared of your knitting." This philosophy reflects her dedication to helping students transform anxiety into confidence when tackling new techniques or correcting mistakes.
Martha’s diverse design portfolio includes everything from cozy sweaters and adorable baby clothes to functional and decorative items for the home. She combines technical skill with creative artistry to produce patterns that are both practical and aesthetically pleasing. Outside of her knitting career, Martha enjoys a fulfilling family life with her husband and two children, and she holds a B.A. in Music Education, which speaks to her broad creative background and teaching expertise.
This comprehensive instructional video covers a wide variety of essential skills and fixes that knitters at all levels will find invaluable. Whether you’re a beginner struggling with basic issues or an advanced knitter working on intricate patterns, Martha’s clear guidance will empower you to troubleshoot your projects confidently. The video includes detailed demonstrations on how to:
Remove a band of yarn: Learn the correct method to carefully unravel and remove sections of knitting without damaging the stitches, saving your project from costly mistakes.
Recognize and fix twisted stitches: Discover how to identify when stitches have twisted incorrectly and master techniques to untwist them, ensuring a smooth and even fabric texture.
Close a hole in knitted fabric: Explore creative and structural ways to mend holes, whether they are small snags or larger gaps, so they blend seamlessly into your work.
Take out a cast on that is too tight: Understand how to safely remove a stubborn cast on edge and re-cast on properly without damaging your yarn or stitches.
Fix mistakes in lace and cable knitting: Lace and cable patterns can be intricate; Martha demonstrates methods to locate and correct errors in these complex stitches without unraveling the entire piece.
Cut and graft knitting: Learn the proper technique for cutting fabric strategically to adjust shape or size, then grafting the stitches back together invisibly, maintaining pattern continuity.
Shorten a garment: Find out how to adjust the length of sweaters, scarves, and other garments to get the perfect fit without compromising the design or fabric integrity.
And much more! The video also explores additional tips and tricks that will help you improve your overall knitting skills, from tension control to finishing techniques, making each project more enjoyable and successful.
Whether you knit for pleasure, as a hobby, or even professionally, Martha Lyons’ FIX YOUR SCARY KNITTING MISTAKES is an essential resource to help turn everyday knitting challenges into opportunities for growth and creativity. With her friendly teaching style and in-depth knowledge, this video is perfect for knitters looking to enhance their skills, save projects from disaster, and gain confidence in their knitting journey.
© 2010, by Lyons Productions and Knit Yourself Happy Productions
Running Time: 69 minutes
For DVD Player (North American NTSC)
An Instructional Video by Martha Lyons
Martha Lyons is a highly experienced knitwear designer and instructor who has been sharing her passion for knitting in Southern California since 2002. With over two decades of knitting expertise, beginning at the young age of 12, Martha has honed her skills not only in creating beautiful knit pieces but also in teaching others to navigate the common frustrations and pitfalls of knitting. Her warm and encouraging approach is summed up in her favorite motto: "Don't be scared of your knitting." This philosophy reflects her dedication to helping students transform anxiety into confidence when tackling new techniques or correcting mistakes.
Martha’s diverse design portfolio includes everything from cozy sweaters and adorable baby clothes to functional and decorative items for the home. She combines technical skill with creative artistry to produce patterns that are both practical and aesthetically pleasing. Outside of her knitting career, Martha enjoys a fulfilling family life with her husband and two children, and she holds a B.A. in Music Education, which speaks to her broad creative background and teaching expertise.
This comprehensive instructional video covers a wide variety of essential skills and fixes that knitters at all levels will find invaluable. Whether you’re a beginner struggling with basic issues or an advanced knitter working on intricate patterns, Martha’s clear guidance will empower you to troubleshoot your projects confidently. The video includes detailed demonstrations on how to:
Remove a band of yarn: Learn the correct method to carefully unravel and remove sections of knitting without damaging the stitches, saving your project from costly mistakes.
Recognize and fix twisted stitches: Discover how to identify when stitches have twisted incorrectly and master techniques to untwist them, ensuring a smooth and even fabric texture.
Close a hole in knitted fabric: Explore creative and structural ways to mend holes, whether they are small snags or larger gaps, so they blend seamlessly into your work.
Take out a cast on that is too tight: Understand how to safely remove a stubborn cast on edge and re-cast on properly without damaging your yarn or stitches.
Fix mistakes in lace and cable knitting: Lace and cable patterns can be intricate; Martha demonstrates methods to locate and correct errors in these complex stitches without unraveling the entire piece.
Cut and graft knitting: Learn the proper technique for cutting fabric strategically to adjust shape or size, then grafting the stitches back together invisibly, maintaining pattern continuity.
Shorten a garment: Find out how to adjust the length of sweaters, scarves, and other garments to get the perfect fit without compromising the design or fabric integrity.
And much more! The video also explores additional tips and tricks that will help you improve your overall knitting skills, from tension control to finishing techniques, making each project more enjoyable and successful.
Whether you knit for pleasure, as a hobby, or even professionally, Martha Lyons’ FIX YOUR SCARY KNITTING MISTAKES is an essential resource to help turn everyday knitting challenges into opportunities for growth and creativity. With her friendly teaching style and in-depth knowledge, this video is perfect for knitters looking to enhance their skills, save projects from disaster, and gain confidence in their knitting journey.
© 2010, by Lyons Productions and Knit Yourself Happy Productions
Running Time: 69 minutes
For DVD Player (North American NTSC)
WHAT YOU GET:
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64-Bit Windows OS Systems:
For 64-bit Operating Systems, older games most likely will NOT work due to 64-bit systems not being able to run 16-bit programming code (most games prior to 2000). For DOS games, you may need to play it with a free DOSbox program.
Macintosh Systems:
For Macintosh programs, most older games will need to be run in Classic Environment if you have a MAC OS X 10.0 - 10.4 version. Please research Google on how to do this, or send us a message for information prior to purchasing. If your MAC OS system doesn't support Classic Environment (ie. MAC OS X 10.5 or Higher OR Intel Macs), you will have to try running it using the free program called SheepShaver, but compatibility is not ensured. Please research prior to purchasing or ask questions.
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Ask questions PRIOR to purchasing an order to avoid any confusion.
Be patient if there are problems during installation or gameplay. Typically someone else has
already ran into that problem and has listed a solution online. Contact us and we will do our best to help.
Be sure to update your video card drivers and search for updates to the game from the manufacturer.
This item is for the original media, and includes only the media (ie. CD, floppy ...) UNLESS specifically stated above and/or in the title. If more than just the media is included, it will state which items are (ie. box, manual, etc ). Items that come in a sleeve refer to a generic CD sleeve (typically white) and will be sent with shipping protection to avoid damage during transit. If available, we will also send the front and/or back CD inserts if in stock. If these are important to you, please message us to verify we have them available to send. Please do not assume items are included other than what's stated. Again, ask questions PRIOR to purchasing if you have any concerns.
IMAGES:
All images/pictures are stock photos and are for reference only, mainly to show the type of game you will be getting. Please read "WHAT YOU GET" for what is included with the media. Screenshots may vary based on your own computer system, video card, monitor, etc.
COMPATIBILITY:
Computers are like people, each one is different. Unlike console games, a computer game may install and work flawlessly on one system but may need adjustments on another. This is due to a variety of factors, mainly the OS platform running, video card you have, drivers, protection software installed, etc. Many times manufacturers release updates to games to fix bugs and add enhancements. We would be happy to help get the game going on your computer, but ultimately compatibility issues are the responsibility of the buyer. We suggest going to Google and searching for the name of the game along with the words "system requirements" to determine if your system is suitable. Ultimately, we are not responsible for software compatibility problems or publisher's errors.
PLATFORM:
Stated within the auction is what platform the game will work on (ie. Windows, Mac, Linux...) This is a generic statement and specific platform versions (ie. XP, Vista...) will have to be researched by the buyer. Games that came out PRIOR to XP or higher will not specifically state they will work on that release, but only because they came out before those versions were made. Many, if not most, will work on XP or higher with a few quick adjustments. We provide instructions with all items purchased on how to do this adjustment using the Program Compatibility Wizard. If we find out that an item will definately not work on a specific version, we will state it. For DOS games, you may need to play it with a free DOSbox program if the Program Compatibility Wizard does not work.
64-Bit Windows OS Systems:
For 64-bit Operating Systems, older games most likely will NOT work due to 64-bit systems not being able to run 16-bit programming code (most games prior to 2000). For DOS games, you may need to play it with a free DOSbox program.
Macintosh Systems:
For Macintosh programs, most older games will need to be run in Classic Environment if you have a MAC OS X 10.0 - 10.4 version. Please research Google on how to do this, or send us a message for information prior to purchasing. If your MAC OS system doesn't support Classic Environment (ie. MAC OS X 10.5 or Higher OR Intel Macs), you will have to try running it using the free program called SheepShaver, but compatibility is not ensured. Please research prior to purchasing or ask questions.
MEDIA FORMAT:
Please verify you have the required hardware in order to use the specified media (ie. CD, DVD, floppy drives, etc.) If the item comes as a floppy disc, make sure you have either the needed 3.5" floppy drive or the bigger and older 5.25" floppy drive.
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR A SMOOTH PURCHASE:
SHIPPING:
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We typically ship all items out within 1-2 business days after payment is received. In regards to the stated shipping and handling, remember that these costs include more than just postage.
International buyers please email/chat with us to determine if you are eligible for shipping of a specific product. If you are, then international buyers not shipping to an address within the U.S. can expect their orders to take anywhere from 5 days to 4 weeks to be received, depending on how fast/well USPS is moving. Additionally, international orders typically have to go through governmental customs, which can delay the arrival process. Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to buying. Customs fees are normally charged by the shipping company or collected when you pick the item up. These fees are not additional shipping charges.
