So, for us Americans, Turkey Day is right around the corner, complete with all the trimmings, and of course, the obligatory filled to the brim feelings and a nap after the dishes are all done.

So, what are you doing … Read More...

What is Warm Up America?

It’s a group of knitters and crocheters coming together to make afghans for people in need. Oh, but it’s so much more.

Go here for the full scoop:

http://www.warmupamerica.org/whatIsWUA.html

They even have a Kids Warm … Read More...

Recycled Newspapers? Why not? We spin anything from anything, but this is truly unique. Apparantly, this person can get about 20 yds of yarn from a sheet of newspaper. You can read the article here:

http://greenupgrader.com/2138/handspun-recycled-newspaper-yarn/

She includes pictures (I’m … Read More...

KaratStix over at Etsy graciously sent some items over for me to try out. She sent a Needle Gauge, a 2″ square stitch and row gauge and a fun key ring. These are all made from earth friendly bamboo, and … Read More...

Are you totally stressed out? Too much to do, overwhelmed and not getting your knitting done?

Here’s an idea… why not sign up for a knitting retreat? This time next year you’ll be so relaxed and mellowed out you’ll be … Read More...

While meandering around the net this morning (couldn’t sleep – again) I found these. Christmas Stocking Place Setters. Aren’t they cute? Love em!

Do I hear another project just waiting to jump on the needles? It’s not like i don’t … Read More...

Alt Fiber, by Shannon Okey takes knitting with cotton and bamboo clear into another universe to experiment with the likes of corn, soy, hemp, even seaweed, and many more unusual fibers.

The different qualities of each of these fibers is … Read More...

The whole world is felting! I don’t mean that the actual planet is in danger of being felting, I mean if you’re a crafter, you’ve probably tried it.

I haven’t. Not intentionally anyway, there was the time… never mind, I’m … Read More...

First the Yarn Shop Directory…….This directory is organized by State, or by Shop Name, or by City Name, or by Area Code. And, it’s brought to you by The Daily Knitter, here.

I had to play around with … Read More...

What goes hand in hand with knitting? Spinning!

I just “got” spinning. I mean, I’ve been spinning my own yarn for awhile now, but just last night I got it. It worked. The hands and feet and wheel all seemed … Read More...

Who knew?? Ok, I didn’t, but I do now, and so do you! 

Knit and purl combinations………

Cables………..

Colorwork………

Even Stitch Tutorials from every issue.

Go here to check out this amazing resource!

Vogue Knitting Stitch Library

The sweater is knit in two pieces. The main piece is knit up the back and down the front. A detachable front panel is knit with buttonholes on both sides. Alternate panels could be knit to accommodate holidays, whims, or … Read More...

The free download pattern for this month is
a favorite pullover from Nashua Handknit’s
first season, Fall 2005. Designed by Kristin
Nicholas, the embellished pullover is just the
right combination of cables and color. Knit
in Julia (of course), there … Read More...

Funny, funny book! I loved it.

Not only is it a good read, but it has cool patterns in it too.

The authors, Kay Gardiner and Ann Shayne start out with “Knitting Rules” among which are Rule #2: The more … Read More...

Nashua Painted Forest. I just love it!  This is what the woods outside my window look like this time of year, my favorite time of year.

This is what Yarndex says:

“Painted Forest” by Nashua Handknits is a variegated yarn … Read More...

I love knitting cables. I love gadgets. I’m always looking for new gadgets and things to try out in my knitting. New techniques, new ways of doing old things. Actually I just love knitting, but then….

So. Cables.

Cables can … Read More...