RED HEART® POMP A DOODLE™ YARN
BRINGS FLUFF AND FUN TO YOUR KNITTING
I’m not usually one for trendy yarn, the stuff I spin ends up being lumpy and bumpy enough, but this just looks like fun! And, … Read More ...
Think Pink With A Mini Purse From T. Matthews.
Show your support for the Breast Cancer Cure with this very cute pink knitted purse from T. Matthews Fine Art.
You can order this, and see lots of others at her blog, here: http://tmatthewsfineart.blogspot.com/2009/06/new-mini-purses-now.html… Read More ...
Knitting Socks, Breaking It Down
Canadian Country Woman has an excellent article (complete with pictures!) on making it easy to knit socks. After you’ve gotten that down, there are tips for the advanced sock maker. With these tips, you can take any yarn and make … Read More ...
Congrats to Turtle!
She won the Intentional Spinner book giveaway! Some of you have asked about my puppy. Because he picks the giveaways. The only thing I can tell you is that he gets this funny look on his face when I read … Read More ...
Knit A Square for the South African Aids Orphans
The AIDS orphans in Southern Africa belong to one of the fastest growing, but least desirable groups of children in need, on earth.
Go here to help! http://www.knit-a-square.com/aidsorphans.html… Read More ...
Because It’s Not Halloween Without A Pumpkin Dishcloth!
Free Knitting Pattern: Lacy Jack-O’-Lantern Dishcloth
Halloween just isn’t complete without a pumpkin or two, and this free knitting pattern from Purple Kitty Yarns captures the spirit perfectly. The Lacy Jack-O’-Lantern Dishcloth is a fun and functional project that combines … Read More ...
How To Become An Expert Knitter – Free Book!
Here: http://www.studioknits.com:80/booktoc.htm
You’ll want to print this out so you can keep notes and add to this invaluable resource!
Free from Rachelle King of Studio Knits! Thanks Rachelle!… Read More ...
Quick, No One’s Looking…
So haul yourself outta that chair, run down to the local thrift or second hand shop, find an orange sweater and bring it home. The proceed with this, the easiest knit pumpkin wall decoration ever!
From Betz White’s blog: http://blog.betzwhite.com/2009/10/yay-and-boo.html… Read More ...
Free Scarf Pattern, Pretty!
Isn’t this pretty? I’ve got some Trendsetter yarns that would be perfect, in pinks and oranges. Been looking for a reason to use that, here’s what that looks like:
Here’s the free pattern for the scarf, from Midnight Sky … Read More ...
Man’s Sweater Pattern, Fast and Easy
This free pattern from Berroco, a very handsome, easy sweater, is perfect. And, now that hockey season is upon us, who doesn’t need a mindless knit. Have I mentioned lately that Christmas is coming?
Go here: http://www.berroco.com/exclusives/dan/dan.html… Read More ...
Intarsia Vs Fair Isle Knitting…
I recently ran smack dab into a great explanation (complete with photos!) of the differences between intarsia and fair isle knitting. Maggie’s Rags offers this here:
http://www.maggiesrags.com/tips_color.htm
An example of Fair Isle or stranded knitting can be seen is this … Read More ...
Spooktacular Candy Bags From Lion – Free Pattern!
In Lion Brand’s website, By Kids For Kids, we find this cute bag pattern, just perfect for the little ghosts and ghouls in your life!
http://www.lionbrand.com/patterns/90433AD.html?noImages=… Read More ...
I’m Tellin’ Ya, Peeps, Christmas Is Coming!
And what is Christmas without a Christmas Stocking? And if you can get a free pattern, what’s better than that?
I’ll tell you, but if you look close you can see. It’s STUFFED WITH YARN!! I’ll let you sit … Read More ...
The Intentional Spinner by Judith MacKenzie McCuin
Attention spinners! If you are interested in exploring the infinite possibilities of making your own yarns, veteran spinner and teacher Judith MacKenzie McCuin offers insight, understanding, and invaluable information about your craft in The Intentional Spinner.The Intentional Spinner is
… Read More ... SimpleSTYLE Book Giveaway
Congrats, Heidi, for choosing the correct number I was thinking about. It was #5!
Next giveaway coming up…….… Read More ...