Which is easier? Knit or crochet?

I am only able to knit. For some reason the wild crochet hook flying around makes me think that it is much harder than knitting. Any input?

bugcanyon222

I struggle with both, LOL. Im teaching myself knitting and crochet at the same time, and its a journey, let me tell you.

tipsytapsy

i would say the opposite. Knitting for me was much more difficult. Especially the tension was harder to keep.

petrica

Well, since it is what I mostly do, crochet seems easier to me. But, my mom mostly knitted and she told me it was easier. So...

Bueno, como es lo que hago mayormente, el crochet me parece más fácil. Pero, mi mamá hacía mayormente tejido de punto y me decía que era más fácil. Así que...

holomoonz

I can do both. I would say they can both be difficult in their own ways and dont think one of the other is easier per say. I think knitting errors are harder to fix and more stressful trying to make sure all the stitches are on the needles vs crochet you can rip back fast and just redo. of course its all in how you fix the error regarding this. crochet has been much quicker for me

MGC

tipsytapsy 2024-1-4 04:11
i would say the opposite. Knitting for me was much more difficult. Especially the tension was harder ...

That is good to hear. In case I ever get the courage to try crochet. :)

MGC

petrica 2024-1-4 04:49
Well, since it is what I mostly do, crochet seems easier to me. But, my mom mostly knitted and she t ...

It seems like crocheting would be harder on the wrists? I noticed when I knit, I can move my whole arm.

MGC

holomoonz 2024-1-4 04:54
I can do both. I would say they can both be difficult in their own ways and dont think one of the o ...

Yes, I cant for the life of me figure out how to correct errors. :o

rebelita

I never learned to knit. My mom tried and couldn’t get it. I enjoy the look of crochet and the uniqueness

wiccakid

Having done both, my opinion is that knitting is probably more fiddly because the projects you do (more clothing than toys/blankets) are much more reliant on knitting to a VERY specific tension/gauge/size? I dont know that that translates to harder. Needs more attention to detail, maybe. Ultimately, it probably depends on your project!! :)