My sil taught me by making a pair of argyle socks. I knitted one inch and she ripped out two. She said I would cry and vow never to speak to her again, but that I would be able to knit anything after that experience. She was right. Although after all these years I do have directions that I don't understand. Perhaps someone on that board will. Thanks for the site. My advice: DON'T start with argyle socks. A scarf or dishcloths were excellent suggestions.