Knitting with a Crochet Hook

I was recently given this kit called The Knook.  I have only ever crocheted, so the idea of learning to knit with a crochet hook (something I was already comfortable with) was really interesting to me.  I decided to sit down yesterday and get to work on a washcloth–something small so I could get the hang of this Knook.

It was a bit strange at first–not much like the crochet I was already accustomed to and also because you’re still only using one tool instead of the typical two.  New vocabulary and techniques were a challenge, but I picked it up quickly enough.

In the time it took me to make one average sized washcloth, I could have crocheted at least TEN!  I finished it and I know of at least three mistakes (there’s probably a few more!), but I’m happy with it!  I think I prefer to crochet because it works up much quicker and is a lot less tedious for me, but I’m always thrilled when I have new challenges that turn out pretty well.

In the kit you receive 3 bamboo “knooks”, 3 cords, and an instructional book with 4 patterns for about $10.  Not bad if you’re looking for a new hobby!!

A confession….

I love BUTTONS!!

I love a multitude of colors, shapes, and styles!  A friend gave me these super cute fall themed buttons…

But my all time FAVORITE buttons…..antique!  I love to “garage sale” and get extremely excited to find some cool buttons for CHEAP!  I’m not shy about buying an ugly garment that has cool buttons, just to come home and snip them all off.  The ones in the photo below are off-limits, lol.  I’m hoarding them for my own projects because they are beautiful and hard to find!  I fancy decorative mother-of-pearl and different metals.

I just thought I’d share!   😉