What’s your knitting skill level?

Quiz Questions

• 1.
  How comfortable are you working basic stitches, such as knit and purl?  

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  • A.
    1. I'm totally new.
  • B.
    2. I've been shown how but I'm not comfortable doing it on my own.
  • C.
    3. I'm fairly confident working them on my own but might need help occasionally.
  • D.
    4. I can do them without help and without looking at a book, video, etc.
  • E.
    5. I feel like I've got the basics down and never have to use a reference.
  • F.
    6. Basic stitches?  Thats way too easy!
• 2.
   How comfortable are you with reading patterns?

  • A.
    1. I don't know how.
  • B.
    2. Only if they are very basic.
  • C.
    3. I'm starting to get the hang of it, but I have to look up references often.
  • D.
    4. I still rely on references but I'm moving toward doing it on my own.
  • E.
    5. I rarely ever have to have help reading a pattern.
  • F.
    6. I should be writing my own patterns (and maybe you are!)
• 3.
  How well do you understand common abbreviations?

  • A.
    1. I'm totally lost.
  • B.
    2. I can only understand the very basics: k, p, etc.
  • C.
    3. I'm starting to get the hang of most of the common abbreviations (k, p, k2tog)
  • D.
    4. I'm understanding a wider variety of abbreviations (kfb, m1L)
  • E.
    5. I understand most all abbreviations, unless they are unique to the pattern
  • F.
    6. I'm so fluent it's like a second language to me
• 4.
  How comfortable are you tackling a project that involves gauge?

  • A.
    1. I don't even attempt them.... yet.
  • B.
    2. I've tried but it doesn't turn out well.
  • C.
    3. I understand the basics of gauge but I haven't had the courage to try it yet.
  • D.
    4. I'm okay with trying a project that relies on gauge.
  • E.
    5. I've made several projects that need correct gauge and they've turned out well.
  • F.
    6. This is easy for me.
• 5.
  How comfortable are you working stitch patterns that involve cables?

  • A.
    1. Woah, cables??  I'm still learning the basics!
  • B.
    2. No way am I ready to try cables yet - they are so intimidating!
  • C.
    3. They are pretty but I don't feel up to it yet, even though my skills are getting better.
  • D.
    4. I'm willing to try it out.
  • E.
    5. I've tried cables before with some success.
  • F.
    6. I can do cable stitch patterns well.
• 6.
  How comfortable are you working knitted lace?

  • A.
    1. Lace??  NO way!  I just started knitting.
  • B.
    2. I don't think I'm there yet...
  • C.
    3. Maybe I could try it....
  • D.
    4. I'm game to try anything
  • E.
    5. I've done it with success
  • F.
    6. I'm a pro at knitted lace
• 7.
  Have you ever knitted a sweater?

  • A.
    Yes!!  It fit great.
  • B.
    I've tried but it didn't turn out quite right.
  • C.
    No, I'm still afraid to try something that complicated.
  • D.
    I did but it wasn't exactly perfect.
• 8.
  What is the hardest thing you've made so far?

  • A.
    A blanket or scarf with no shaping.
  • B.
    A project with simple shaping, such as booties or a beanie.
  • C.
    A sweater that fit the intended recipient.  More complex shaping.
  • D.
    An intricate shawl or complex garment.
• 9.
  How well do you understand stitch diagrams?

  • A.
    1. They are a foreign language to me.
  • B.
    2. I have no idea what the symbols mean.
  • C.
    3. I understand what the symbols mean, but I don't know how to work from one.
  • D.
    4. I'd be willing to try my hand at a more basic diagram.
  • E.
    5. I understand how to work from a diagram and know most of the symbols by heart.
  • F.
    6. I'm an expert at reading any knit stitch diagram.
• 10.
  How would you describe yourself?

  • A.
    I'm a total beginner.
  • B.
    Advanced beginner.
  • C.
    Intermediate.
  • D.
    Advanced.

Quiz Outcomes

• 1.
  You’re a… Beginner!

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  I'm sure this result is not surprising to you. Maybe you've just been bitten by the knitting bug and you're eager to learn more, or maybe you've been hanging back and making the simple when you could be pushing your skills...Whichever is the case - WELCOME to this addiction, I mean, hobby - called knitting!Since you're just starting out, look for patterns labeled as "beginner" or "easy". Most of these will have very little shaping and require just the basic skills.You are joining a passionate community of people who are committed to having needles in hand night and day. Those who dream about yarn and hoard it around their house (oh, I'm sorry, we call that a stash!). Those who have so many projects they want to make that their biggest complaint is TIME.Whether you've only learned the knit stitch or you've made a scarf or two, I'm here to help you (yeah, you!) grow your skills and delve deeper into this mysterious world of yarn, secret knitting lingo and stitch hieroglyphics.Ready To Break Free Of Beginner-dom and move on to something more exciting? Try These Tricks…1. Commit to learning a new stitch pattern weekly. Don't feel like you have to jump in and begin making wonderful, large projects from the get-go. Take some time to experiment with stitch patterns and techniques. Make 8-9" squares of these stitches and call them wash cloths. There are many wonderful knitting stitch patterns out there to help.2. Don't be afraid to try something with a little shaping. A lot of times, beginners will put off trying things like beanies or socks for fear of the shaping involved. Or maybe it's the fear of working in the round. Don't be! Find a good video tutorial and stretch those skills. 3. Find value in the community. Find a good Facebook group (or two or three!) that can answer your questions and help you get through any problem areas. There are many on the platform that are super helpful, including mine. Not on Facebook? No problem! There are knitting groups popping up on all the social media channels.Who am I to help you? Read on...Hey there, I’m Amanda 👋I’m sort of an expert when it comes to yarn.Everyone starts at the very beginning. And I’m no exception...I’ve been there and remember what it was like to be new, to feel frustrated, and want to knit better. I totally get it.You spend so much time on your new craft, you want it to be productive. You don't want to work for hours only to find that you're not happy with what you've made.See These Steps As Your Knitting Solution!1. Check out my YouTube Channel. I have all the videos you will need to learn the basics, and then you can hop on over to the blog from there to see the written instructions, as well as common questions about each technique or stitch and answers to problems you might have about each.2. Check out my blog Love.Life.Yarn! I post weekly on topics ranging from how to work a cable cast on to free patterns for all skill levels. I’ve got it covered x2.Good on you — taking this quiz is a BIG step in the right direction. I’d love to shoot you an email (or two) to keep your momentum up!Plus, you'll have access to the resource library full of free patterns, charts, printables and more!
• 2.
  You’re An… Advanced Beginner!

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  You're well on your way to mastering those basic stitches, but you're looking to branch out from this beginner stage and take on more challenging projects.You are ready to tackle projects that actually have shaping (beanies, anyone?) - and maybe you've already been doing this but you're looking for more.So what’s the hold-up? Well, sometimes you worry that you don't have the right skill set to take it to the next level. Maybe you're afraid to try something that actually has to have a gauge swatch, or you hesitate when something's outside your comfort zone.Look for patterns labeled "easy", or if you're feeling up to it, check out the "intermediate" patterns to see if you feel comfortable with that level of difficulty.Ready To Break Free Of What's Holding You Back? Try These Tricks...1. Soak in all the information that you can. Read knitting blogs, practice reading patterns and stitch diagrams, binge watch knitting YouTube videos - immerse yourself in these new techniques. Pick one new skill at a time and go after it with a vengeance.2. Recognize your habits. When we get overwhelmed, we tend to shy away from what we find intimidating, even if it's something we want to do. Recognize this about yourself when you see a project you want to try and find yourself thinking "I can't do that". Because you CAN.3. Find value in your communities. Find a tribe of like-minded knitters that will answer your questions and help you when you get stuck. This is especially important if you don't have an in-person knitting buddy. I know how that feels. I don't have anyone in person that I can go to for knitting know-how, so I have to trust my internet besties. Who am I to help you? Read on…Hey there, I’m Amanda 👋 I’m sort of an expert when it comes to yarn.I remember what it was like to be newer to the craft and want to make things that I felt were above my skill set.I’ve seen enough knitting mistakes to know how to fix them and how to avoid them in the future (trust me, I've been there myself many times!).You spend so much time on your craft, you want it to be a positive experience. My blog, videos and workshops are here to help. Together, let’s find a solution that works for you 🙌See These Steps As Your Instant Crochet Solution!1. Visit my YouTube Channel. I post new tutorials there, including new stitches, free patterns you can find on the blog and more. You'll find all the basics there, too.2. Check out my blog Love.Life.Yarn! I post weekly on topics ranging from the best knit scarf patterns to free knit garment patterns to the basic tutorials. I’ve got it covered x2.Good on you — taking this quiz is a BIG step in the right direction. I’d love to shoot you an email (or two) to keep your momentum up!Plus, you'll have access to the resource library full of free patterns, charts, printables and more!
• 3.
  You’re an… Intermediate Knitter!

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  You don’t need the spotlight to shine! You’re reliable and can take direction like it’s nobody’s biz. Your quiet confidence enables you to handle most knitting projects with relative ease.You're way past the beginner stage but don't quite yet consider yourself to be an expert, and you're okay with that. At this skill level, you have the world of knitting patterns wide open to you - the hardest part is choosing which one to make next!But sometimes you wonder how long you'll stay in the "intermediate" zone.This is the skill level that most people who keep going with their craft eventually land in and many never progress beyond this stage. There is nothing at all wrong with that, as this skill level gives you access to all but the most complicated patterns on the market.Most knitting patterns on the market are "intermediate" level, so you'll be able to find many, many patterns that fit your skill set.Ready To Break Free Of What's Holding You Back? Try These Tricks...1. Soak in all the information that you can. Read knitting blogs, practice reading patterns and stitch diagrams, binge watch knitting YouTube videos - immerse yourself in these new techniques. Pick one new skill at a time and go after it with a vengeance.2. Recognize your habits. When we get overwhelmed, we tend to shy away from what we find intimidating, even if it's something we want to do. Recognize this about yourself when you see a project you want to try and find yourself thinking "I can't do that". Because you CAN.3. Find value in your communities. Find a tribe of like-minded knitters that will answer your questions and help you when you get stuck. This is especially important if you don't have an in-person knitting buddy. I know how that feels. I don't have anyone in person that I can go to for knitting know-how, so I have to trust my internet besties. Who am I to help you? Read on...Hey there, I’m Amanda 👋 I’m sort of an expert when it comes to yarn.I remember what it was like to be newer to the craft and want to make things that I felt were above my skill set.I’ve seen enough knitting mistakes to know how to fix them and how to avoid them in the future (trust me, I've been there myself many times!).You spend so much time on your craft, you want it to be a positive experience. My blog, videos and workshops are here to help. Together, let’s find a solution that works for you 🙌See These Steps As Your Knitting Solution!1. Check out my YouTube Channel. I have all the videos you will need to learn the basics, and then you can hop on over to the blog from there to see the written instructions, as well as common questions about each technique or stitch and answers to problems you might have about each.2. Check out my blog Love.Life.Yarn! I post weekly on topics ranging from how to work the knit stitch to free patterns for all skill levels. I’ve got it covered x2.Good on you — taking this quiz is a BIG step in the right direction. I’d love to shoot you an email (or two) to keep your momentum up!Plus, you'll have access to the resource library full of free patterns, charts, printables and more!
• 4.
  You're an... Advanced Knitter!

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  I'm sure this result is not surprising to you. You've probably been knitting for a long time and love everything about it.Even if that's the case, there's always something new to learn! That's one of the best thing about this amazing craft we love so much.You are part of a passionate community of people who are committed to having needles in hand night and day. Those who dream about yarn and hoard it around their house (oh, I'm sorry, we call that a stash!). Those who have so many projects they want to make that their biggest complaint is TIME.Whether you've made the most intricate projects possible or have knitted for 30 years, I'm here to help you (yeah, you!) grow your skills and delve deeper into this mysterious world of yarn, secret knitting lingo and stitch hieroglyphics.At this level, there really isn't a pattern out there that should be out of your skill set. The most complicated cables, delicate lace, or sophisticated shawl should be right up your alley.Ready To Learn Something New? Read on...1. Commit to learning a new stitch pattern weekly. Even if you've been knitting forever there are probably stitch patterns out there you don't know or have heard of but not tried. Make a commitment to try out a new-to-you stitch pattern every week!2. Don't be afraid to try something you've never made before. There are probably projects out there you've never tried. Stuck on shawls? Why not try a sweater? Beanies your thing? Mix it up with some amigurumi!3. Find value in the community. Find a good Facebook group (or two or three!) that can inspire you with beautiful new projects and techniques. There are many on the platform that are super helpful. Not on Facebook? No problem! There are crochet groups popping up on all the social media channels.Who am I to help you? Read on...Hey there, I’m Amanda 👋I’m sort of an expert when it comes to yarn.I learned to knit in college as a fashion design major. It became my passion and I never looked back. Eventually I added crochet to my skill set, too, but I was a knitter first!Even though you are super experienced in knitting, there's still always something new to learn in our craft.Join me as I share free knitting patterns, tutorials and more at Love.Life.Yarn!See These Steps As Your Knitting Solution!1. Check out my YouTube Channel. I have all the videos you will need to learn some new stitches, and then you can hop on over to the blog from there to see the written instructions, as well as common questions about each technique or stitch and answers to problems you might have about each.2. Check out my blog Love.Life.Yarn! I post weekly on topics ranging from best yarns for all types of projects to free patterns for all skill levels. I’ve got it covered x2.Thanks for taking this quiz, expert knitting master! I’d love to shoot you an email (or two) to keep your momentum up!Plus, you'll have access to the resource library full of free patterns, charts, printables and more!