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Things That Make You Go…. “Awwwwwww…”

Terrye — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 20:01:57 +0000

Imagine if every baby was this happy wearing hand knit garments!

This adorable set is from Red Heart and uses Heart and Sole with Aloe yarn from Red Heart.

For sock lovers looking for an affordable sock yarn with something special, Red Heart “Heart & Sole” yarn is a terrific option. Infused with all the wonderful properties of aloe vera, “Heart & Sole” can soften your hands as you work with it, and you’ll notice your needles & hooks gliding even more smoothly along each strand of this fiber gem. Effortlessly create socks, scarves, gloves, shawls, tops, sweaters and more with auto-striping & faux Fair Isle patterning. Also with a higher nylon content than most sock yarns, easy-care “Heart & Sole” has incredible snap-back features for excellent shaping & long wear. Beautifully crafted in Italy of 70% superwash wool & 30% nylon.

The pattern for the baby vest and socks is free here: http://www.bargainyarns.com/yarn/Heart_Sole-Babys_Holiday_Vests_Socks_WR1960_Free-5151.html

Leaf Lace Stitch!

Terrye — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 15:49:49 +0000

As if you don’t have enough leaves around, here’s another one for you. But, this one doesn’t have to be raked up, or shredded, or mowed. This one is knitted. Bet you’re surprised, eh? A knitted leaf on a knitting blog? Courtesy of the folks from Lion Brand Yarn!

Note: this is a generic pattern for creating this stitch pattern. This pattern uses a multiple of 17 stitches, decreasing to 15 stitches in rows 2-7. In the example shown, there are two vertical repeats.

Leaf Lace
Cast on multiple of 17 stitches.
Row 1 (Wrong Side): Purl across.
Row 2 (Right Side): *K1, yo, k1, k2tog tbl, p1, k2tog, k1, p1, k2, p1, k2tog, k1, p1, k1; repeat from *.
Row 3: *P4, (k1, p2) twice, k1, p4; repeat from *.
Row 4: *(K1, yo) twice, (k2tog tbl, p1, k2tog), p1, (k2tog tbl, p1, k2tog), (yo, k1) twice; repeat from *.
Row 5: *P5, (k1, p1) twice, k1, p5; repeat from *.
Row 6: *K1, yo, k3, yo, sk2p, p1, k3tog, yo, k3, yo, k1; repeat from *.
Row 7: *P7, k1, p7; repeat from *.
Row 8: *K1, yo, k5, yo, sk2p, yo, k5, yo, k1; repeat from *.
Repeat Rows 1-8 for Lace Pattern.

Thanks, Lion Brand Yarn!

Free Hats and Scarves Patterns…..

Terrye — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 21:34:06 +0000

Free Patterns: 2 different hat patterns and 2 lacy scarves! These patterns are free with the purchase of Polar Knit Worsted Weight Fleece Yarn.

If you’ve never knit with this yarn, you have to try it. It’s

just YUMMY next to your skin! Go here for this offer: http://www.dreamweaveryarns.com/catalog/polarknit-worsted-weight-fleece-yarn-p-3168.html

Shhhhh. Don’t Say the “C” Word….

Terrye — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 16:32:04 +0000

But it’s coming, you know. Christmas. The time when all of us (yes, I’m including myself) break into this little drama, it goes something like this:

Myself: I can knit. I can knit fast. See Terrye knit. See Terrye knit fast. See Terrye knit something for everyone on her gift list……… See Terrye throw yarn across room in frustration (yes, it has happened). Don’t be shocked, if Eunny can tie knots, I can throw yarn… just saying…

Reality: Dude! We go through this every year. You cannot do this. It is an unatainable goal. Just give it up already….

Every year. Just like Rudolph, Frosty and all of the other yearly dramas. We could actually probably sell the rights to that movie. But.. I digress. Being as “The Season” is rapidly approaching, Tina, from the Phoenix Knitting Examiner is here to bail us out.

Go here for the above patterns plus more! http://www.examiner.com/x-6976-Phoenix-Knitting-Examiner~y2009m11d5-Have-a-Merry-Little-Knitting-Christmas?cid=examiner-email

Knitting Daily TV Series 300 Giveaway!

Terrye — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 19:53:49 +0000

I’ve got another giveaway for you! But this one you’re gonna have to work for. Your favorite Knitting TV Series, on DVD!

Join knitting expert Eunny Jang, crochet ace Kim Werker, spinning and weaving fiberista Liz Gipson, and favorite stitcher Shay Pendray on Knitting Daily Series 300, where yarn and fiber take center stage.

Featured Knitting Daily Season 300 guests include Halcyon Blake, Laura Bryant, Dawn Butler, Jil Eaton, Kathy Elkins, Abby Franquemont, Mary Scott Huff, Adina Klein, Barry Klein, Kelly Lealos, Beth Lutz, Kathy Merrick, Lisa Myers, Shirley Paden, Kristen Rengren, Iris Schreier, Penny Sitler, Becca Smith, Andrea Wong, and Kathy Zimmerman. Learn a variety of cast-on methods, the basics for managing your yarns in colorwork, how to knit jogless stripes in the round, tips on becoming a designer, and more.

Go here for more info on this DVD series: http://www.interweavestore.com/Knitting/Video/Knitting-Daily-TV-Series-300.html

But, if you want to win one free, you’re going to have to put on your knitting, I mean thinking caps!

I want to know this: What would you like to see more of in this blog? I try to give you lots of free patterns, book reviews and website ideas. What do you want more of? Let me know how to make this a better blog and maybe you’ll be the one to win this awesome series!

Entries will be accepted until Friday Nov 13th, 5PM EST.

Woven Willow Vest From Fiddlesticks Knitting

Terrye — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 15:37:10 +0000

Another new vest pattern for the season. I really like this one, it’s decorative enough for the office but yet could be understated and work perfectly with jeans. It could also be a necessary layer (for those of us up north) under a blazer.

At any rate, this is a really nice, pretty addition to your wardrobe!

http://www.fiddlesticksknitting.com/woven_willow_vest.html

Perfect Big Sister-Little Sister Project!

Terrye — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 18:26:41 +0000

Yarn Dolls! Remember when we used to make these? They were fun, and certainly kept us busy and out of trouble. Mostly.

And, the directions are on Spud and Chloe’s blog, here: http://www.spudandchloe.com/blog/2009/10/old-fashioned-yarn-dolls/

This might just be the perfect way to ignite a love for crafts and all thing yarny with your youngin’s!

It’s That Time Of Year Again, or Keep Those Mitts Warm!

Terrye — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 15:10:08 +0000

Fingerless Mitts, courtesy of Lee Meredith. Here’s a step-by-step tutorial on these fast and easy knits: http://www.leethal.net/zine/?p=563

Need A Light?

Terrye — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 14:03:33 +0000

Now you can have a lightswitch anywhere you need it! Do I sound like a hawker yet?

Try this:

That’s right! You can now knit your own light switch! And while the instructions are kind of hard to understand (different language), it’s still pretty cool. Go here: http://blog.livedoor.jp/m203gow/archives/65326860.html

Because Coffee Gets Cold Too…..

Terrye — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 13:06:17 +0000

You knit scarves to keep your neck warm, mittens and handwarmers for your fingers, and slippers for your toes. You even knit cute little coats for your cats and dogs. Well, how about keeping your coffee warm with this FREE pattern, from KnitPicks!

http://www.knitpicks.com/patterns/Cabled_Mug_Cozy_Pattern__D50657220.html

This is a quick to knit, one skein project. You do have Christmas presents to whip out, after all, why not make it easy on yourself!

A List Of Pattern Links

Terrye — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 13:18:14 +0000

A reader sent me this list, pretty cool! Still haven’t checked all of them out, but I’m working my way through them.

http://www.appliancepartspros.com/socks-patterns-sewing-tips-kitting-techniques-and-more.aspx

Thanks, Sarah!

Knitting Socks, Breaking It Down

Terrye — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 16:12:01 +0000

Canadian Country Woman has an excellent article (complete with pictures!) on making it easy to knit socks. After you’ve gotten that down, there are tips for the advanced sock maker. With these tips, you can take any yarn and make socks, even worsted weight! (But probably not on size 2 needles, yikes!). Check out the article, here: http://www.canadiancountrywoman.com/crafts/knitsocks.php

Because It’s Not Halloween Without A Pumpkin Dishcloth!

Terrye — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 13:27:37 +0000

So, courtesy of Purple Kitty Yarns, we have this:

And, the pattern is free!

http://www.purplekittyyarns.com/halloween-patterns/lacy-jack-o-lantern-dishcloth-wc1944

Quick, No One’s Looking…

Terrye — Sun, 11 Oct 2009 10:44:02 +0000

So haul yourself outta that chair, run down to the local thrift or second hand shop, find an orange sweater and bring it home. The proceed with this, the easiest knit pumpkin wall decoration ever!

From Betz White’s blog: http://blog.betzwhite.com/2009/10/yay-and-boo.html

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Free Scarf Pattern, Pretty!

Terrye — Sat, 10 Oct 2009 14:52:09 +0000

Isn’t this pretty? I’ve got some Trendsetter yarns that would be perfect, in pinks and oranges. Been looking for a reason to use that, here’s what that looks like:

Here’s the free pattern for the scarf, from Midnight Sky Fibers: http://blog.midnightskyfibers.com/2009/10/new-patterns-ugh-site-down.html

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