Two needle bind offs are a technique used to bind off stitches when finishing a knitting project. There are two types of two needle bind offs: the three needle bind off and Elizabeth Zimmermann’s easy bind off.
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A House Of Yarn? Wait! What??
No picture of this one yet, because it’s still in process.
From Katie Bond….Knitters in Hilmarton (UK) have set themselves an unusual task – creating a house out of wool to raise money for their church. More than 30 knitting … Read More ...
Did You Know???
An AWESOME source for vintage patterns is Karen’s Variety. There is an email newsletter to spotlight some of the new listings as well as old favorites, like this elegant eyelet top pictured. If you just can’t find a pattern anywhere, … 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 ...
Sock Monkey Business!
You know those cute sock monkeys you adored as a child? Well, they’ve all grown up, with new outfits, colors, and even some new friends! Kind of like a pet for your pet!
Our friends at Patternworks are featuring this … Read More ...
Because I Needed Another Addiction!
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 … Read More ...