Pay $3.00 apiece for beaded knitting markers? Not I! And not you either, if you follow these few simple steps. You can make your own for much less, even little-to-no-money if you already have a few things on hand.

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From "Knitty Gritty"
episode DKNG-206

Anyone who has ever learned to knit has undoubtedly made at least a couple -- and chances are, closer to a gazillion -- scarves! They're easy enough for beginners, but they never really lose their appeal even for more experienced knitters because they're so darn much fun to make, to wear and to give as gifts! Today's guest is knitwear designer Candi Jensen, who is also the author of Knit Scarves!, and she's going to share her designs for three out-of-the-ordinary scarves to get those needles clicking!

The Skinny Scarf requires you to cast on 400 stitches -- but you have to knit only 20 rows, so don't panic! Knit from three shades of a Pima cotton/TENCEL® blend (figure A), this scarf features an easy-to-create woven stitch for added texture (figure B).

Knit-O-Meter Rating: Beginner

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From "Knitty Gritty"
episode DKNG-306

Never before have undergarments been so comfortable! Knitwear designer Joan McGowan-Michael, of White Lies Designs, visits host Vickie Howell to demonstrate her wearable knit lingerie. Wear this sexy little camisole design for lounging or sleeping or with jeans over a snug T-shirt for a romantic layered look.

Knit-O-Meter Rating: Intermediate to advanced.

This camisole is knit directionally with the bodice yoke worked from the bottom up. The lower lace portions are then picked up and worked in a downward direction. The short-row shaping in the bodice offers a fine fit for curvy girls, and hidden interior elastic keeps everything snug and in place.

Finished measurements (figure A):
Bust (camisole): 36 (38, 41, 44, 48, 50, 54 )"
Length of camisole at size seam: 15 (15, 15-1/2, 15-1/2, 16, 16 , 16-1/2)"

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Knit and felt a special hat for your favorite little wizard or princess.
From "Knitty Gritty"
episode DKNG-405

Knitting expert Beverly Galeskas joins Vickie Howell to share a bit of knitting magic. Her felted wizard and princess hats are sure to thrill any child -- and they'll provide hours of make-believe fun for boys and girls alike. Both hats are created from the same basic pattern, with only the colors and trims chaging to suit the styles.

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From "Knitty Gritty"
episode DKNG-213

Every girl needs accessories, and we're going to show you that you can even knit jewelry! We have the perfect accessory to wear with your new chenille tank top: a silky knit choker. This one is knit from a Daria Multi, a multicolor rayon-and-cotton blend that has a cordlike appearance, but you can use just about any yarn that appeals to you.

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From "Knitty Gritty"
episode DKNG-213

This tank top is knit from a kitten-soft chenille yarn, but feel free to use your favorite chunky yarn if you prefer. Be sure to knit a swatch first, however, so you can check the gauge and adjust if necessary. The fit is intended to be somewhat snug. Ribbing at the top and the bottom gives it a bit of structure, and decreases at each side taper the silhouette at the armholes.

Knit-O-Meter Rating: Beginner

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From "Knitty Gritty"
episode DKNG-105

What do you do with mountains of spare plastic shopping bags? Recycle them, of course. Simply collect the bags, cut them into strips and knit. This knitted carryall is such an easy project once you're used to working with the different textures of plastic. The simple handle is made from leather throng -- looped through the plastic and knotted -- to give some needed contrast to the disposable plastic. Use the bag for storage just about anywhere in the home or garden (even in the kitchen as a container for collecting other plastic bags). Experiment with different colors, try regular or random stripes or use just a single color for a chic monochromatic look.

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