Patterns, projects and techniques
Isn’t this pretty? Just in time for spring!
The Vogue Knitting Rose Choker is a free download, here: http://www.dreamweaveryarns.com/catalog/vogue-knitting-rose-choker-free-pattern-p-2854.html It’s also available as a crochet pattern.
Knit or crochet the Rose Choker featured in Vogue Knitting Summer 2009 with 1 … Read More ...
The new issue of Knitty is here: http://www.knitty.com/
While I realize this will cause riots, mayhem in the streets, and general overloading of their server, I still feel the need to tell you to go there! I’m sure they will … Read More ...
The new issue of KnitNet is out. This online magazine features not only new patterns, but also video archives, as well as all their previously published patterns. Listings of knitting blogs and knitting guilds and free catalogs and newsletters are … Read More ...
I found these fun, yet maybe, just maybe useless knitted items at Becky Stern’s Site, here: http://sternlab.org/2008/04/body-technology-interfaces/
This one is designed for privacy in public places, although I’m thinking it would draw more attention than not.
There is a cellphone … Read More ...
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 ...
A whole selection of felted patterns, slippers, bags and pretty little flowers just in time for spring.
Click over to Pick Up Sticks to check out the slideshow on the home page. Then click on patterns to see all of … Read More ...
We all have them. The sweaters that are just too pretty to be thrown out, just because someone who shall remain nameless accidentally felted them…
Make yourself this Cell Phone Case and you’ll always have that sweater with you. It’s … Read More ...
Make these double point or circular needle holders from left over paper bags. For even more organization, punch holes in the sides, reinforce the holes and store them in a 3 ring notebook!
The templates are here! http://www.craftleftovers.com/blog/archives/1094… Read More ...
Knit with Debbie Stoller in Tuscany this summer!
Come along on a week long adventure in fiber, food, and fun!
Join her this summer for an unforgettable knitting adventure in the beautiful Tuscan region of Italy.
You’ll be visiting an … Read More ...
Here are some fun summertime knit and crochet projects. Fun free summer knit patterns for beach and patio accessories.
Coasters, sunglass holders, wine cozies, water bottle holders and more!
Here:
http://www.pattern-knit.com/free-knitting-patterns/great-summer-knit-projects-beach-accessories-beverage-covers… Read More ...
From Jessica Reed at guardian.co.uk
An alternative to big business exists thanks to a booming community of crafters selling their work…
Read more, here… Read More ...
CONTEST:
Register to win
The winner of our next drawing will receive a three-compartment, hanging yarn storage unit from the Debbie Macomber Collection of the Leisure Boutique. The winner will be notified by e-mail by March 18th, 2009.
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Note: since this post was originally published in 2009, the pattern is no longer free. You can find more information about the adult and child-sized sweaters at the website linked below (scroll down) or buy the pattern directly via digital … Read More ...
Not crazy about the colors, but this technique rocks! I’m thinking pink, yellow, purple on white sneakers…..
To get your free pattern for these wool felted sneakers go to (log in account required, but it’s free too!)… Read More ...
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 ...