Knits ugh! Great for making clothing as they have a generous stretch to them - Here is a link to a Knit sew-a-long to learn how to sew with them. Mostly for clothing. You need ball point pins (to not break the knit thread in the fabric) and yes, like Lisa said a ball point sewing machine needle.

Much easier to make quilts from cottons or a poly/cotton - Good luck! I bet they were Still thrilled to receive a hand-made gift from you!!!

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