Patterns, projects and techniques
This is one of the prettiest afghan patterns I’ve seen in a long time. (And, yeah, it’s green, so that makes it “super-pretty”!).
This is from epatternscentral.com, and you can get it here: http://www.e-patternscentral.com/detail.html?code=EK00062&source=knittingnews… Read More ...
What an exciting time to be a knitter! An explosion of publishing and creativity has produced new magazines, designers, and resources, and invigorated the old ones. Ravelry has connected more than 500,000 knitters across the globe, letting them … Read More ...
This video, from the Yarn Market Blog, shows you different ways to wear a shawl!
Very cool! Who knew? http://yarnmarketnews.com:80/blog/?p=472
Looking to chat about Knitting and Patterns? Check out our Facebook Knitting page and our Facebook group dedicated to … Read More ...
I haven’t checked out this link in detail yet, but thought I’d pass it along. Different links showing how to knit scarves, socks…..
Check it out, here: http://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/fashion/news/video-tutorials-how-to-knit-1815537.html… Read More ...
You know them, the “collars” that wrap around your neck and keep all of those exposed parts nice and snuggly warm. Well, we have a dilemma here. I want one. I need one (living in the Arctic Regions at least … Read More ...
Felted Bells! I really like these. From Patternworks, here: http://www.patternworks.com/productdetail/200502/–FELTED-BELL-ORNAMENTS.htm… Read More ...
I love announcing new shops! Here’s one:
We are Urban knitfits- based in Portland Maine. We make cozy wool fashion accessories and items for the home. We love to work with eco wool, and about 80% of our projects are … Read More ...
My puppy was asleep, so my daughter’s puppy chose Mrs. Bubba to receive the Knitting Daily Series 300 DVD.
All of your comments were wonderful. I will compile a list and try to encompass everyone’s suggestions in this blog. Thanks … Read More ...
You wanted it, you got it. This is my primo source. I NEVER (and I repeat: NEVER) knit a pattern with the yarn that is recommended. There are a plethora of reasons for this, mostly centering around the fact that … Read More ...
I’ve got another giveaway for you! But this one you’re gonna have to work for. Your favorite Knitting TV Series, on DVD!
Join knitting expert Eunny Jang, crochet ace Kim Werker, spinning and weaving fiberista Liz Gipson, and favorite stitcher … Read More ...
When I first learned to knit, (I don’t even remember when that was) I remember that I learned everything the hard way. Never had the benefit of reading one long line of k2,p3, yo, decrease that, cross this…… nope. Had … Read More ...
Another new vest pattern for the season. I really like this one, it’s decorative enough for the office but yet could be understated and work perfectly with jeans. It could also be a necessary layer (for those of us up … Read More ...
Colorful Stitches offers this new book for sale, here: https://www.colorful-stitches.com:443/store/DisplayProduct.php?sku=Precious&name=Kim+Hargreaves+Precious
I’ve always loved Kim’s designs, they’re flirty and fun, like this long cardigan/tunic. Definitely something to check out!… Read More ...
Kate Pokorny of New Hampshire is knitting her house, specifically a “Yarn Yurt”.
Enough said!
Go here: http://www.thedailygreen.com/living-green/blogs/recycling-design-technology/kate-pokorny-knit-yurt-461009… Read More ...
Yarn Dolls! Remember when we used to make these? They were fun, and certainly kept us busy and out of trouble. Mostly.
And, the directions are on Spud and Chloe’s blog, here: http://www.spudandchloe.com/blog/2009/10/old-fashioned-yarn-dolls/
This might just be the perfect way … Read More ...
