Norfolk, VA
Ravelry: hickspanick
Started cranking: August 2020
Favorite item to make: On the CSM, socks! Hand knitting I prefer shawls and sweaters, I love colorwork.
Favorite yarn: Quaere Fiber
Can you knit with sticks? Yes
How did you learn about CSMs?
Friends! I’ve been a knitter for 8 years, I’ve seen them at conventions and retreats over the years. First time I saw one was at stitches south, a lady let me crank two rows!
How did you learn to crank?
“YouTube University” I watched videos for about a month prepping for the machine to arrive, I still watch them daily.
What do you like most?
Instant gratification for sure and it’s a bit of a curiosity, I’m quite extraverted I love learning new things, I’m a process knitter also so I love learning new things.
Ribber preference: I don’t rib.
Been to a crank-in? No
Cranking advice:
More resources for purchasing yarn prep materials, and accessories for the machines!
Pet peeves or turn-ons?
Self striping yarn really gets me going, and I haven’t found any pet peeves yet.
What else should we know about you?
I enjoy reading, DIY projects, hand knitting and crocheting. I have two daughters, Reagan & Emilia and three dogs, Diesel, Molly & Jasper.