Ok then. When I started to knit (which I don’t even really remember when that was), I knit out-of-the-box stuff like, um, vests. And sweaters. And maybe a scarf or two. But I’ve got to say that never did a … Read More ...
AKNITomy Presents…..
This one just makes me chuckle. There are others too, not just the rat, but a pig, frog and brain. For when you’re tired of knitting practical stuff like sweaters and socks, or need a stash buster project. Yeah, that’s … Read More ...
Cirrus, Free Baby Sweater Pattern.
From Petite Purls. This looks to be a quick to knit, nice and easy, last minute project. And cute too. You can’t discount cute! Or free, you can’t discount free either!
Go here: http://www.petitepurls.com/Winter09/winter2009_pcirrus.html
Specifically for knitters, you can join … Read More ...
One of My Favorite Designers….
Is Mari. Mari Dembrow began Mari Sweaters 30 years ago, in 1977, in Eugene Oregon.
I’ve always liked the styling and appeal of these sweaters, they just seem as though they’re made just for me.
Carodan Farm has a whole … Read More ...
Perfect Olympic Pattern – Mario Rides Again!
Remember Mario? Knit your favorite “antique” gamer this awesome vest.
But hurry, Coming up in March and April the Happy Seamstress will be having a photo contest in conjunction with GameCity for the most interesting, funny, or creative photo of … Read More ...
Lion Brand’s New KAL
This season, Lion Brand Yarn is doing the Inishturk Sweater for their KAL. I won’t be joining in, though, I already have 856,574,900 (ish) projects on the needles, and there are no more needles in my stash. Must. Get. More. … Read More ...
This One’s For You….
You spent all fall knitting your Christmas gifts, now it’s time for you.
Spring is right around the corner, which means that the changing temps will require easy on, easy off sweaters. This cardigan is perfect, with it’s light, easy, … Read More ...
Haiku Knits by Tanya Alpert
Wraps and shawls, rolled collars, flared sleeves, kimonos, lacy scarves, asymetrical collars, vests, tunics and pullovers and more! This book features 25 patterns inspired by Japanese design.
Pattern for knitters of all levels are included in this book that combines … Read More ...
Idea For A Sweater-Redo….
Cool story! Pieces of knitting found in attic, disassembled and remade into something useful!
http://papgenamadeit.blogspot.com/2010/01/o-sotao-da-minha-sogra-my-mother-in.html… Read More ...
Free Seasonal Toddler Sweater Pattern from Caron
There is still time to stitch up this easy toddler sweater before the Big Day. An easy rolled collar, cuffs and hem, plus a little one-color intarsia will be a snap. Add a few French knots and an embroidered star … Read More ...
Yay Snow!!
So N. Michigan woke up to over a foot of snow this morning. Yay!! I love it, really I do.
But that’s beside the point. Winter weather calls for Ultra-Cool sweaters and I found one just for the occasion. Not … Read More ...
Growing A Better Knitter….
So one of my daughters decided she wanted this, from Nashua Handknits, City Streets Pattern Book from the Autumn 2008, Winter 2009 collection, but, and here’s the kicker, she wanted a cardigan, not a pullover.
How hard can it … Read More ...
Santa, Please Send More Yarn!
This Yarn Dot is just one of the adorable designs in Dream Weaver’s “Stocking Stuffers and Notions For Under $10.00” sale. Bookmarks, stitch markers, key rings, knitters soaps and lotions, needle cozies, and shawl pins. Lions and Tigers and Bears, … Read More ...
Ravelry. She’s Got It All!
So, browsing around on Ravelry, because who doesn’t browse around on Ravelry, I came across this. Have to admit, it was the color that drew me to it, but it’s very pretty. Can you imagine, done up in a silk, … Read More ...
Things That Make You Go…. “Awwwwwww…”
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 … Read More ...