The "Knitwits" will need a pair of short straight 8 needles and a skein of yarn. Crocheters will need need an H or I hook and a skein of yarn. The first link is to a site that teaches you how to knit and crochet.There are many free projects listed. http://www.learntoknit.com/
Knitting and crocheting Accessories online. http://www.thebigyarn.com/
Lion Brand Yarn. Yarn to purchase online and free patterns are available. http://www.lionbrand.com
Knitting, crocheting, quilting and crafting accessories http://www.clover-usa.com/
Yarns and Patterns http://www.patternworks.com/
Susan Bates Crochet Hooks and Knitting Needles http://www.coatsandclark.com
Joanns craft store has a website! http://www.joanns.com
Family Circle Magazine has a magazine called Easy Knitting. This is their website. It has a lot of useful information and links to other sites. http://www.fceasyknitting.com/
Berroco Yarns Scarf pages. You get to see the yarms up close. http://www.berroco.com/scarf_central.html
This is a link to loom knitting that give patterns, how-to videos, etc. Knifty Knits