Patterns, projects and techniques
The Knitting Guild of the Desert will be hosting its sixth annual luncheon and fashion show titled “Knit ‘till your Heart’s Content” at 11:30 a.m. Monday at the PGA West Tournament Clubhouse, 56-150 PGA Blvd.
Members of the guild will … Read More ...
When I grow up, I’m going to be a designer of seriously cool things—just like this adorable creation! This knitted piece isn’t just cute, it’s clever, practical, and guaranteed to impress. It’s one of those “drop everything and cast on … Read More ...
Knitting isn’t just for humans! Our feline friends can also benefit from our knitting skills with this fun and easy catnip 
bunny pattern. These cute bunnies can be used as toys for your cats, or
Get ready to step into the cuteness with these Easter Chick Slipper Booties! These adorable and free knitting patterns are perfect for the season and will keep your feet warm and cozy. With their … Read More ...
Technically I’ve had both of my tunnels “fixed” however, there are days….
To order this poster, or see others, check out Jessica Franks’ site, here: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=41544702… Read More ...
For generations knitters & crocheters have shared their time, energy and skills in helping others. During wartime, women on the homefront made a significant contribution to the war effort by knitting for the troops. Today, making items for people less … Read More ...
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 ...
This time I used a random number generator because my puppy is out playing in the snow. So, the winner of Kristin Nocholas book, color by Kristin is…….
Jen!
Stay tuned….. and thanks to everyone for playing.… Read More ...
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 ...
On Berroco’s excellent blog, today is a post on Managing Shaping. Shaping on both sides of a garment, simultaneously, is easy with these techniques!
Go here to read the whole post: http://blog.berroco.com/2010/02/23/at-the-same-time/
Thanks Berroco!… Read More ...
For this exhibition, Tsumura shows fabrics, reusing plugs and LAN cables, which were destined to be industrial waste. It is not just because he has been very good at using themes such as “recycling” and ”ecology”. But also classical working … Read More ...
I know what you’re going to say. “There’s no way I would look like that in that tank top”! Good for you! It took me a LONG time to get to the point of remembering that.
I’m not tall and … Read More ...
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 ...
Of course! And this one is all about colorwork from the Queen of Colors herself, Kristin Nicholas!
I personally had a chance to ask Kristin a question which was: “My question is this. Do you have a … Read More ...
Megs won the Hat Heads and Knitted Gifts package. Congrats Megs! Stay tuned for another giveaway…..… Read More ...
