Go to the Worldwide Knit In Public Day website to find the nearest event, or if you want to host your own, you’ll find info there, as well as a database that you can add your event to.
It’s held … Read More...
Classic Cast On Methods, From Berroco
Do you find it easier to learn by watching? If so, Berroco’s got your back!
This one is a YouTube video showing different cast on methods. You can either click here or on the picture to start the video.
No Chairs Required!
You won’t need to stand on a chair to get away from these mice, you’ll want to cuddle them, and make them multiply. Sooo cute. And the pattern is free, from Bustle and Sew’s Blog, here
Bring The Outside In…..
Update on Sweater Babe’s Dramatic Cardigan
I had a bunch of knitting time this weekend and cast on for the Dramatic Top Down Knitted Cardigan by Katherine (the Sweater Babe).
Holy crow! This pattern has 14 pages, but upon closer inspection the reason for this is … Read More...
Free Ebook of Knitted Afghan Patterns
Favecrafts is offering, free, an ebook of Crochet and Knitted afghan patterns from Red Heart. The collection contains 25 patterns in a variety of colors, stitches and layouts.
Go here to get your free ebook:
Homemade afghans are the perfect … Read More...
Giveaway!
Over on Susan B Anderson’s Blog is a KnitCircus giveaway.
Some of the deets include: 5 knitters will each win the pattern collection from the current issue! And, 2 knitters will each win a free subscription to Knit Circus!
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Lorna’s Laces New Yarn
And it doesn’t have a name yet. This is where you come in. Knitters are being asked to cast their votes for a name for this sure-to-be-awesome new yarn.
Head over to their site to vote now: http://lornaslaces.blogspot.com/ Hurry, only … Read More...
Kitty Throw and Pillow – Free Pattern
From Caron, this adorable kitty throw and pillow. I just love the positive/negative effect, it’s just cute! It’s knit from Simply Soft yarn, a worsted weight, very, very soft yarn. Really soft. Really! Crazy soft. Snuggling up in this would … Read More...
Making Yarn Out of….. Yarn!
So you went to a garage sale/estate sale/resale shop.. and found HUGE cones of lace weight mohair that you must have. Great price – that goes without saying. You must have this, no way around it.
The next day (or … Read More...
Maddy Laine’s New Accessory Cardigan
I’m always looking for a new twist on the cardigan. This certainly fits the bill, all the benefits of a traditional cardigan without all the bulk of a full length garment.
Pretty stitch too! The pattern comes in 6 sizes, … Read More...
Sweater Babe’s New Pattern
This is going to be my next project. It’s so pretty. Feminine without being too girly. Lacy yet useful, up here where the cold winds are still blowing.
Dramatic Lace Top-Down Wrap Cardigan is what she’s calling it. The back … Read More...
Water Soluable Knitted Wedding Dress
Engineering Students have designed a wedding dress that needs no post wedding storage. This dress is made from panels, put together with water soluable seams that when wet, make the 5 panels of the dress come apart and can then … Read More...
Stitches From The Heart
Stitches from the Heart is a non-profit organization that sends handmade clothing, blankets, and love to premature babies all across the nation. We also have a senior program that helps seniors help others by donating yarn and supplies.
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6 Week Mini Challenge From The Loopy Ewe
Sheri, over at the Loopy Ewe, has a new 6 Week Mini Challenge for you! Here’s the Challenge: Knit a short-sleeved or sleeveless summer sweater/tank between now and July 1st.
Here’s the details: http://www.theloopyewe.com/sheri/category/contest
Who’s in?
Yum!
No fat, no sugar, and you’ll even burn calories knitting these yummy treats!
The pattern is available over at Lynne’s Pattern Parlor, here
Mason Dixon Knitting….
Over on Kay and Ann’s blog, Mason Dixon Knitting
you can check out their video clip from the year 2039. Listen to a sample from their audio book, and watch their video, “Pardon Me, I Didn’t … Read More...
Wrap With Love Project
Lisa Griplaf of the Wellington Times in Australia reports on a local group that creates colorful wraps for communities in need throughout the world. This Wrap With Love Knit In is taking squares through August 1st. Read the entire article, … Read More...
Lace is Easy! Again!
Really, it is. I can see you rolling your eyes and shaking your heads, but have you tried it? I’ll bet not, otherwise you’d be in the same boat as I am. The Lace Is Easy boat. (being in my … Read More...
