- Finger knitting
Finger knitting is a simple form of
knitting in which yarn is knitted into a shorter but thicker twine. As its name suggests, the knitting only uses the hands during the entire process.Uses
Finger knitting has been used to prepare to teach children how to knit traditionally, with needles. It shows the child that knitting involves a series of loops strung together, which helps in their future understanding of knitting. Because of its simple execution, it is ideal for this purpose, as its concept can be grasped even by small children, and continued without aid. Finger knitting has also been practiced on airplanes that prohibit knitting needles. Finger knitting improves hand-eye coordination.
Hobbies
Finger knitting is a fun activity for primary school age children. Many children enjoy finger knitting as it gives them a sense of achievement. Finger knitting keeps your hands occupied, allowing your mind to concentrate on other things. Most children can learn to finger knit within 30 minutes if they put their hands and minds to it.
Records
There are no official world records of finger knitting. In 2004 an American girl, Gemma Pouls, created finger knitting that was 2779m long. The Parkmore Primary School record is 110m, which was knitted over 6 school days. In May 2008, Yarra Junction Primary school, in the Yarra Valley Australia, worked together to produce 928.5 metres of finger knitting as part of a whole school mathematics activity.
External links
* [http://www.knitty.com/issuesummer06/FEATfingerknitting.html Article] - from Knitty magazine
* [http://craftsanity.com/pdf/wanderinghenry.pdf Wandering Henry] - finger knitting in story form, from CraftSanityIn May 2008, Yarra Junction Primary school, in the Yarra Vally Australia, worked together to produce 928.5 metres of finger knitting as part of a whole school mathematics activity.
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