Antje, I'm also prone to lose impetus when knitting or crocheting, but only because I always inevitable get stuck somewhere and there is no one to help me! My mom knits but for her it's almost a mechanical process. It comes naturally to her. She can't understand mistakes because she never makes them! Kellygirl, your idea might help a lot with this. Thanks for the info!
You must be more skilled than me though because I don't think I'm skilled enough to make a sweater. I can barely crank out a scarf. Actually, I have never even tried following a pattern. That's why I'd rather start with crocheting. I'm much better at it.
My mom taught me to knit, but I bought this book to learn crochet. http://www.amazon.com/Crochet-.....038;sr=8-1
It doesn't really have patterns for each project, but detailed instructions for each step along with illustrations. It's SO much easier for me to learn this way. i know most books will not be like this so I'm trying to get a grip on following patterns. I just couldn't find any patterns I actually liked.
I actually just enjoy aimless knitting. It's relaxing. Actually making something is too much pressure :p
BTW, I sometimes watch Knit and Crochet Today on TV. It's on a local public television station here so check your public stations where you live. They obviously require some knowledge of knitting and crocheting though, so it wouldn't be good for someone who is a beginner or knows nothing. I recently Tivo-ed an episode with the most adorable blanket. I want to make it for my kitty. Some of the ideas are goofy but others are cute, and it's nice to actually be able to see them working.
