So the folks at Random House thought I needed more knitting time. Ok, I’ll go with that, let’s see where that leads. That was a month or so ago, and 3.5 Audio Books! Not the little ones that resemble bed … 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 ...
Sunray, From Pure Handmade…
Years ago, I fell in love with this color. Not sure if it’s a peach, or salmon, but I really like it. And I don’t think I’ve ever seen this stitch pattern before, that’s actually what caught my eye.
The … Read More ...
OMG, This Is Like Soooo Totally…..
Yeah, I know, that is so NOT the way to title a post, but I was so excited when I saw it, that I just lost it. Temporarily, you know, just for a minute? Because to admit that you’ve lost … Read More ...
Knitting Tips For 2010
Twenty Ten! Sounds funny doesn’t it? Although it does have a nice way of rolling off the tongue, I’m still not ready for it, Never am but the New Year arrives anyway. New Year’s resolutions go unmade (from 2009!) yet … Read More ...
Today is National Helmet Liner Day!
Bet you didn’t know that did you? I didn’t either, but it is! And, you can get a pattern to either knit or crochet helmet liners for our troups, here: http://yarnheaven.com/knithelmetliner.html
The crochet version is here: http://yarnheaven.com/crochetedhelmetliner.html
It’s a wonderful … Read More ...
Online Knitting Classes!
With Annie Modesitt! Have you ever wanted to take a class but either couldn’t afford it, but didn’t have the means to travel? With online classes, at least one of those issues has been addressed. Annie Modesitt is offering a … Read More ...
Holiday Gift Tags for Knitters!
From Barbara Breiter of Knitting on the Net are these cool holiday gift tags!
12 different holiday themed tags to print out and add to your hand knits.
Thanks, Barbara! Great Idea.
Here: http://knittingonthenet.com:80/holgifttags.htm… Read More ...
Giveaway Winner – Congratulations!
The winner of the Ivy League Vest DVD by Interweave Knits is Suza! Thanks for playing everyone, I haven’t had a chance to check out all of your favorite recommendations yet, but I will!
I’ve got more coming up, be … Read More ...
Mistakes Happen!
Recently I started the Every Way Wrap, from Interweave Fall 2009. I love cables, and the moss stitch part was pretty also. I chose a silk/merino blend handdyed from Yarn Hollow and happily cast on! (is there any other … Read More ...
Cute Hat Pattern!
Another one from Caron for the season. Not knitted, but crochetted in Naturally Caron’s “Spa”, which comes in 8 delicious colors, this hat is sized for a baby, toddler and child.
I’m not kidding, these colors are just yummy! Have … Read More ...
25 Best Places to Find Free Knitting Patterns Online
Finally, a Master List!
Few online communities are as welcoming and open to beginners as those devoted to the ancient craft of knitting. In order to promote an appreciation and love of the utilitarian art, they provide thousands of … Read More ...
Again, Say It With Me…. Awwwwww
He’s free, adorable and his name is Too-Too. Work with me here, plus he’s green. Who doesn’t love green?
The yarn is Naturally Caron Country, and for the price of the pattern, you could make a whole flock of them.… Read More ...
Is Your Stitch and Bitch Group Listed?
Go here: http://stitchnbitch.org/Find-a-Group/index.html to see if your group is listed. Just for fun I clicked on Michigan to see if any were close to me. Nope, guess I’ll have to start my own!… Read More ...
Knit Edgings and Trims Giveaway
Congrats to Billie K, she won this book!
Next up………..… Read More ...