I want to learn how to knit, what is the best way to start? What are some good sites that will help?
Anybody have any helpful sites or ideas for me please share 
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Get lots of books from a local library.
I used a lot of youtube videos when I first started. I really also liked this website: http://www.knittinghelp.com/
Just get some cheap yarn (redheart) from a walmart or craft store and give it a shot!
Start with a scarf, it’s really the most basic. I started with size 7 needles, but most people usually start with a 9 or 10. Then you can move on to scarved with different stitches. Start with an all knit scarf, then try a stockinette stitch. then try ribbed. Then try searching for different stitches. Get a stitch book from your library, a book that just has different basic stitch patterns such as these and others, like a seafoam stitch, basket stitch, cables, etc. It’s really a lot of fun!
What lyssa said and check out How to Videos on Wonder How To.
I like a site called knittinghelp.com. It has videos on how to cast on, knit, purl, the different methods to increase, decrease and bind off, everything you will need to get you started.
I’ve been knitting for more than 30 years.
While it is possible to teach yourself to knit, you will get further faster if you have someone else teach you or at least get you started. The person who already knows how can answer your questions, such as “Why does my piece keep getting wider?” or “Why is my piece getting narrower?” If you drop a stitch, an “old hand” can show you how to rescue the piece without starting over.
Good places to get lessons:
1. Find a friend who knits well and ask for help getting started.
2. Take a class at your local yarn shop (LYS), at the community college, at the recreation center, or with a private teacher. Your town may have other sources of lessons. The cost will vary depending on your location and who’s offering the classes.
3. Join a knitting group, either a social group or a church group or a charity knitting group. They typically provide free lessons for anyone who wants to learn.
My two favorite Internet sources for knitting help:
1. Knitting Help: http://www.knittinghelp.com has instructions and videos for nearly everything a beginner needs to know as well as some advanced techniques.
2. Lion Brand: http://learntoknit.lionbrand.com/ has excellent detailed and illustrated instructions.
What I don’t recommend for right now:
1. YouTube. Since anyone can post anything on YouTube and it is not subject to review, you will find not only poorly made videos but also incorrect information. Wait until you have the basics down, then use YouTube for more advanced lessons. When that time comes, I particularly like Cat Bordhi’s videos (http://www.youtube.com/user/catbordhi ), Kelly Petkun’s videos (http://www.youtube.com/user/kelleypetkun ), and Lucy Neatby’s videos (http://www.youtube.com/user/lucyneatby )
Best book to learn how to knit or crochet is from KLUTZ books. Very easy step by step photo directions. Most craft stores and books store sell the line.
Check out this site http://www.favecrafts.com There is a knitting section along with tutorials for beginners. Good luck!
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