Basics
What type of knot begins most knit and crochet pieces?
A slip knot
What tool is used to crochet?
A crochet hook!
What does k mean?
Knit
Oldest known knit item
Socks
True or False: Acrylic is a synthetic fiber.
True
What is the name of the knit stitch where you knit and purl alternating rows?
Stockinette stitch
What small supply is used to help count/keep track of your stitches?
Stitch markers
What does st. mean?
Stitch
Region knitting originated from
The Middle East
How do you felt your knit or crochet project?
Put it in the washing machine
What is the name of the knitting tool that allows you to knit in the round?
Circular/double-pointed needles
What weight is DK yarn?
Weight 3
What does dc mean?
Double crochet
Century crochet was invented
The 19th century
What is the name of the technique where you knit in the round and cut openings at the end?
Steeking
What is another name for triple crochet?
Treble crochet
What is the US size of a 3.25mm knitting needle?
US size 3
What does yo mean?
Yarn over
Century knitting was invented
The 11th century
What type of animal does Angora wool yarn come from?
What is the first step to crocheting in a circle?
A magic circle
What knitting needle or crochet hook size is recommended for weight 5 yarn?
Knitting needle: 5.5-8mm / US size 9-11
Crochet hook: 6.5-9mm
What does ssk mean?
Slip slip knit/slip two stitches knitwise
Year the knitting machine was invented (I'll give points if you get within the decade)
1589
Roughly how many domestic sheep are in the world?
~1 billion