These and lots of other designs are brought to you for 2009 from Nashua Handknits.
New yarns too, including Creative Focus Silk in 15 colorways, and Daylily in 7 colorways.
Nashua’s fresh new designs have always been a favorite of … Read More ...
Stash Swap from Planet Purl…
Short of yarn? Too much yarn? Post a free stash swap ad and meet other knitters and crocheters looking to de-stash their extra yarn or find something special for their next project. Norah Gaughan Vol. 4: Excess Slideshow
Norah’s book, Vol. 4: Excess is ready to view! Go here for a slideshow and narrative by Norah herself!
http://berroco.com/slideshows/ng4_excess/index.html
Read more at Berroco’s Website!
… Read More ...French Knot Tutorial by Kristin Nicholas
Kristin Nicholas of Getting Stitched On The Farm fame gives us a French Knot Tutorial, on her blog, here: http://getting-stitched-on-the-farm.blogspot.com/2009/03/french-knot-tutorial.html
Kristin says; “I never let anyone leave my class without knowing how to do this really versatile stitch.”
… Read More ...Knotions Online Knitting Magazine. Spring 2009 Issue Is Here!
This publicaton is new to me, I didn’t even know about it! But, this morning as I was wandering my way through the inter-webs it found me, so here it is! http://www.knotions.com/
This current issue features patterns, techniques including yarn … Read More ...
2 Handed Fair Isle Technique
Everyone knows about the gorgeous sweaters produced by the folks at Philosopher’s Wool. Their method of knitting with 2 colors at once, one in each hand is most easily understood by seeing it done.
And… I’ve got just the thing … Read More ...
Spring 2009 Twist Collective.
Spring 2009 Twist Collective is up and ready for viewing! This issue features a tour of a sheep farm (from farm to yarn), painting lace with dye, knitting with wire, as well as the usual sweater, sock, shawl, baby… patterns … Read More ...
Another New Issue of PopKnits Available Now!
PopKnits is an online knitting magazine for lover’s of Vintage Knitting. This is a free publication, funded by sponsors, advertisers and donations. The current issue features an article written by Cindy Moore on Updating Vintage Patterns. Go here to read!… Read More ...
Free Sock Pattern – Easy Toe-Up Socks
From http://tiajudy.com/putmeon.htm
Why toe-up socks? Ahhh, let me count the ways:
- It’s a new technique to learn
- You can try them on as you go – perfect fit
- If you’re short on yarn, you can knit the important part first,
Small Balls – Why Pay For Yarn You Don’t Need?
First of all, that question is just ridiculous. If we didn’t pay for yarn we didn’t need, our stashes would be in dire shape.
But, if you only need just a bit of a certain color and don’t want to … Read More ...
Another Free Washcloth Pattern
This one appeared in my inbox while searching for Valentine’s Day appropriate posts. It’s called the Hugs and Kisses Cable Wash Cloth Pattern.
This pattern is free from KnittingOnTheNet, here: http://knittingonthenet.com/patterns/clothhugskisses.htm
While I’m not crazy about the color, I really … Read More ...
KnittingHelp.com
Do you have a knitting question? Stumped on a technique? This website is amazing! With videos, tutorials, a glossary, forums and even free patterns, you’re never too far from success.
Check out the stash page, devoted to folks who would … Read More ...
Knit That Photo!
Or knit that visual in your mind, or knit the awesome sunrise you’re looking at right now (actually, I’m looking at lots and lots of snow, but I know the sun is out there, I’ve seen it!). It’s easy, and … Read More ...
New Spin-Off Site
Interweave Press announces…. The New Spin-Off Site. Complete with lots and lots of free stuff!
Here’s just one of the free patterns they offer, a free Tea Cosy, made from handspu
n yarn. Go to www.spinoffmagazine.com and get your free … Read More ...
Knitting With Variagated Yarns.
I’ve always loved variegated yarns. The mystery of the pattern and the striping, or pooling, or even flashing is intriquing. That being said, not everyone likes these surprises. There are some who want perfect stipes with no pooling, and no … Read More ...