This is a cause that is close to my heart as I have a son who is currently in Iraq. Just saying that makes me cringe, but, yes, it was his choice, there is no draft, and we support him … Read More ...
Free Sock Pattern and a New Contest!
These socks are gorgeous! And, they’re from one of my favorite websites: Natually Caron. And the free instructions for these are here:
http://www.naturallycaron.com:80/projects/little_arches/little_arches_1.html
While you’re there, remember to enter the naturallyBaby Contest for a chance to win up to $300. … Read More ...
Kookaburra Wins, Hands Down!
Kookburra Wool Wash is the latest product to fall victim to my use and abuse list. I like to try these things myself, without reading all the hype, so I can realistically make up my own mind about the products.… Read More ...
A Weekend of Spinning and Washing the Results.
After spinning a whole lot this past weekend, I tried a new method of washing and setting the yarn. Before, I would have used a just a generic baby shampoo, but I had some Soak on hand so I decided … Read More ...
Signature Needles – The New Kids on the Block
To test these, I ordered a size 5, stilletto tip, with the bell cap, 7″. As a straight needle user I do like them.
I like the length which may be why the ends don’t seem so unbalanced to me. … Read More ...
Officially The Coolest Free Baby Sweater Pattern On The Net!
The sweater is knit in two pieces. The main piece is knit up the back and down the front. A detachable front panel is knit with buttonholes on both sides. Alternate panels could be knit to accommodate holidays, whims, or … Read More ...
Hoodies!
I took a few picturess of the hoodie I’m working on desperately trying to finish right now. (really need to mess with the settings on this camera so I can get good indoor pictures).
I started to knit this in
… Read More ... Another Sweater ALMOST Done!
I’m coming down to the wire on my granddaughter’s sweater, a hoodie, with a simple to do yet looks more complicated cable.
This is a picture of The Casual Hooded Pullover from The Complete Knitting Collection, House of White Birches… Read More ...
Dr Who ? Dr Unfair that’s who
Dr who knitting fans have been in an uproar over their favorite Dr Who patterns being terminated off the internet. You could go see the (alleged) offending site but the patterns have now been removed.
it is not the first … Read More ...
Dr Who Fans Unite
I am not really a big fan of Dr who and watch it without too much interest or care but was confused when he kept talking about Jelly Babies, well now I am confused no more for those of you … Read More ...
Last Minute Gifts
Last-Minute Knitted Gifts
RRP Price: $16.47
Today’s knitters are chic, smart-and busy. Although they love to knit and enjoy making gifts for family and friends, they’re constantly faced with the challenge of finding enough time to actually finish … Read More ...
Heartfelt Gifts To Knit & Crochet
Vanna’s Choice Heartfelt Gifts to Knit and Crochet
ISBN-10: 160140686X
RRP: $14.95
One of the most comforting gifts you can give someone, particularly a child who’s “on the mend,” is a cozy knitted or crocheted item. In this practical guidebook … Read More ...
5000 Gummy Babies Challenge
Rita from Craftbits.com is embarking on yet another charity program. This time she is setting out to make 5000 gummy jelly babies for charity.
She has chosen these adorable little babies as they are small, fast to knit up and … Read More ...
Choosing your Color Palette
Ever have trouble putting color together, trying to decide what will look good with that hot pink wool in your stash, or how to layout the colors in your Tulips Baby Cardigan? COLORovers is a site you should check out.… Read More ...
Knitters Review of O Balance Yarn
I love [tag]Knitters Review[/tag] yarn profiles. The reviews always tell me what I want to know about a yarn without prejudice. This time the review is written about [tag]O Balance Yarn[/tag] from [tag]Vermont Organic Fiber Company[/tag].
Vermont Organic Fiber … Read More ...